Earth Shoe Store

earth shoes were one of the trademark fashions of the 1970s. These boxy suede leather shoes were instantly recognizable and popular with the young, hip generation. Earth shoes were marketed as being more natural and comfortable; their negative-heel design, where the heel of the shoe is lower than the toe, set them apart from other shoes. If you’re lucky enough to own a pair of these retro shoes, you’ll want to give them the care they deserve so they provide years of comfortable wear.

      Step 1

      Clean your earth shoes after wear. Brush and remove dirt with a soft-bristled plastic or rubber-tipped brush or a soft cloth. Use a spray or liquid leather cleaner periodically; these products are available in most shoe stores. Never wash your leather Earth shoes in a washing machine—they will most likely be ruined.

      Step 2

      Condition your Earth leather shoes with a high-quality leather or suede conditioner to keep your shoes soft, flexible and looking new. Rub a small amount of conditioner into the leather with a soft, clean rag and allow it to dry. Polish with a matching color paste or cream polish by working the polish into the leather with a clean rag, using circular motions, allowing it to dry, and then buffing the Earth shoes with a soft-bristled brush.

      Step 3

      Weatherproof your leather Earth shoes to protect them from the elements. Use a good-quality waterproofing spray or liquid designed for leather or suede shoes. If your shoes get wet, allow them to dry naturally; never place them on a vent, near a radiator or in a clothes dryer.

      Step 4

      Repair your shoes as necessary. Take your Earth leather shoes to a reputable shoe repair shop at the first sign of damage. There is a lot a shoe repair store can do to restore a shoe that is worn or coming apart, if you take the shoe before too much damage is done.

      Step 5

      Store your shoes on a shoe tree to help maintain their shape—cedar is recommended because it will absorb moisture that would otherwise damage the shoes. Always use a shoe horn when putting your shoes on to prevent damage and wear to the back of the shoe. Keep your Earth leather shoes fresh-smelling with odor-absorbing foot powder, if necessary.

By Gertrude Elizabeth Greene

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