Suede Footwear for Men

Caring for Suede Footwear for Men

Suede footwear for men is a great option for enhancing your shoe wardrobe, dressing up (or down) an outfit, and for having a “go-to” shoe. Once you do purchase a pair of these shoes, however, you’ll have to keep them clean! To that end, let’s run through some of the care-taking aspects of this type of footwear. This way, you’ll know before you buy if this is the right option for you! Here are some helpful tips:

Use a silicon spray

This silicon spray (available at most shoe stores) should be applied before you even wear your shoes outside. The spray works as a protective barrier against the elements. You’ll want to spray the shoe lightly and completely, and then leave them to dry in a safe place, far from heat and moisture. If need be, after they are completely dry, you can restore the nap by “gently” rubbing them with fine sandpaper or an emery board.

Beware the elements

Never wear suede footwear for men in the snow or rain. These elements can destroy your shoes.

In the event of stains

In the event that your suede shoes do get stained (and, of course, eventually they will), simply brush the shoes with a dry sponge. This should remove any loose dirt that happens to be on the shoe.

If your shoes have fresh rock salt stains, dab the stain with a little bit of clear water to remove. When all else fails, or if your shoes have a stain that will simply not come out (like grease), then consider having them professionally cleaned.

Macy’s

Macy’s is a great place to begin your search for the perfect suede shoes for men; they offer a fine selection at reasonable prices. Among their products are:

• Kenneth Cole Reaction Voting Pole Shoe: These suede shoes are available in three colors: black, dark brown and taupe, and are sophisticated enough for the office or for a special date. You can expect to pay about $84 for these particular shoes.

• Sketchers Scanner Plain Toe Oxford: This is a great causal suede shoe. It has a lace up design, with a sturdy sole that is perfect for walking. Only available in one color, dark brown, the Plain Toe Oxford is priced at $45.

• Adidas Men’s Campus 2 Suede Sneaker: If you are looking for a more casual shoe, then try this Adidas suede sneaker. Two colors, ivy and black, are available in this shoe at a price of $39.99.

Shoe Buy

Shoe Buy may be perfect for you if you are searching for a dressier suede shoe to wear to the office, or for a special occasion. They offer several shoes from Mezlan. Try the:

• Mezlan Lee: Offering superior comfort coupled with excellent craftsmanship, this causal suede loafer is designed to take you far. Crafted from top quality soft suede, the Moc toe finish has a charming stitch design that looks quite handsome indeed. Made in Spain, this shoe will cost you about $224.

• Mezlan Alba: A trendy loafer with a slightly pointy finish, this shoe is perfect for urban wear. The hand stitched detail, however, will cost you $284.95.

• Mezlan Roman: The Roman shoe is done in the “oxford” style and features a wing-tip inspired toe detail that completes the look. This shoe is available for $254.45.

For More Information

Finally, we turn to NexTag. NexTag offers a wide selection of suede footwear from many name brand label makers, like Alden and Havana Joe of Spain. The prices run as low as $64.95 to as high as $389, but the selection is varied enough, so you should be able to find the right shoe in your price range.

For more information on any of the shoes previewed here, or to purchase, please visit the following sites:

• Macy’s
• Shoe Buy
• NexTag