So, you've bought a pair of habbots, and now you want to take care of them... welcome to the world of Italian leather shoe care! A great pair of shoes is an investment - and like any investment it needs the right kind of care. Your habbot shoes are crafted from the finest Italian leather, and just a small amount of effort will be rewarded as they’ll continue to look and feel fabulous for years to come.
Quality shoes deserve quality products - luckily, we carry a wonderful range of shoe care items that we recommend to all our clients for their leather shoes or boots. These products can work wonders to clean, protect and polish your footwear.
Here’s how to keep your shoes in prime condition:
Essential Shoe Care Kit
1. Premium Shoe Polish
Consider polishing your leather shoes as their own little spa treatment. A high-quality polish, like Saphir’s "Creme Surfine" is your best bet. Packed with natural ingredients such as beeswax, turpentine, and shea butter, it conditions, restores colour, and adds a protective layer. Apply the polish with a clean cloth using gentle circular motions, then buff with a horsehair brush to get that mirror shine. For a high-gloss finish, add a thin layer of wax and buff until you achieve a dazzling shine.
Remember, the right polish can make all the difference between shoes that look fine, and shoes that look brand new!
black shoe polish
$16.95
The Saphir ‘Crème Surfine’ shoe polish in Black is a nourishing beeswax-based polish, designed to maintain colour and offer a protective barrier from everyday wear. Directions: Ensure your footwear is clean of dust and dirt. Apply to your colour matched… read more
2. Leather Cleaner & Conditioner
Leather loves to stay hydrated and healthy, just like you! Keep it supple and free from cracks by using a high-quality leather cleaner and conditioner. Saphir’s "Creme Universelle" is a top choice—it’s packed with jojoba oil, lanolin, and beeswax, which nourish and restore the leather’s natural luster. Instead of using plain water, which can damage leather, use a damp cloth to gently wipe the surface. Then, apply the conditioner to put back essential oils and nutrients. This keeps your leather looking fresh, soft, and resilient against everyday wear.
neutral conditioner
$21.95
Creme Universalle by Saphir is the ultimate ‘all in one’ neutral conditioning balm. Designed for use on all leathers, this natural liquid formulation works like a moisturiser that can be applied on shoes, bags, clothing, furniture and luggage without altering the… read more
3. Water and All-Around Protection
Before you step out, make sure your shoes are protected with a water and stain repellent. Saphir’s Nano Invulner is perfect for this—it forms a protective barrier that repels water while allowing the leather to breathe.
water protector spray
$25.95
Nano Invulner water proofing spray by Saphir uses nanotechnology to provide a protective but breathable barrier against water and the penetration of dirt and stains on all leathers and materials including calf leather, nubuck, suede, metallic leather and textiles. Directions:… read more
For those more complex materials, like suede or combination surfaces, reach for the Combi spray. This miracle worker not only protects but also cleans and nourishes a range of materials from smooth leather to textiles. Always clean your shoes before applying any protective spray to avoid trapping dirt and grime between the leather and the repellent.
combination leather spray
$25.95
Saphir’s Combi spray is an avocado oil enriched product designed to clean, nourish and protect combination materials including shoes that feature combination suede, nubuck, textiles, patent and smooth leather detailing. DIRECTIONS: Ensure your footwear is clean of dust and dirt.… read more
4. Sneaker Cleaner
Sneakers, with all their varied materials, can be a cleaning challenge. Saphir’s sneaker cleaner is specially formulated to tackle this task with ease. Whether your sneakers are leather, suede, or textile, this cleaner handles it all with a gentle yet effective touch.
The foam applicator is designed to reach into every nook and cranny, with one side for soft cleaning and the other for more robust scrubbing. For those with cushioned micro-soles, the non-abrasive formula is gentle enough to refresh without damaging.
Saphir Sneaker Cleaner
$19.95
The Saphir Beaute du Cuir Sneaker Cleaner has been specially designed to clean sneakers of any material including leather, suede, nubuck and textile. This 75-ml cleaner includes a light solvent based formula with very powerful cleaning properties. The foam applicator is partially made of soft… read more
The Bottom Line of Leather Shoe Care
To ensure your shoes look their best for as long as possible, make shoe care a regular part of your routine. Rotate your pairs to avoid over-wearing any one pair, and when the soles start to wear thin, visit your cobbler for a resole. Adding a rubber ‘topy’ to your soles can also help reduce long-term wear and water absorption.
Remember, maintaining your shoes might seem like a bit of work initially, but once you establish a routine, it becomes second nature. Your shoes will thank you by looking great and lasting longer - proving that a little love and care goes a long way.
Stay tuned for more tips and tricks on how to keep your footwear in pristine condition.