Your pair of GATINE shoes was crafted from high-quality materials in a French workshop by artisans who possess a wealth of expertise.
THE BASIC PRINCIPLES
Brush your shoes regularly to prevent dirt from becoming embedded.
Always let them dry away from any heat source. Otherwise, the leather, the adhesive, and the seams could become brittle.
We recommendusing wooden shoe treeswhen your shoes are not being worn. This will help your shoes wick away moisture more effectively, keep their shape longer, and reduce creasing.
Caring for Smooth Leather
To cleanse them: apply a nourishing cleansing cream or milk.
To condition them: Apply cream polish (clear or in the same shade as the leather) and/or leather conditioner using a cotton cloth, working in small circular motions to help the cream penetrate.
Let it dry, then buff it to remove any excess and ensure the polish or grease is evenly distributed. To buff, rub vigorously (but without applying pressure) with a soft brush, a sheepskin cloth, or a clean cotton cloth.
Caring for suede and nubuck leather
Waterproof them regularly and avoid exposing them to heavy rain.
To clean them and remove any scuff marks from wear, use a suede eraser.
There are special shampoos and conditioners available to remove stains and restore this type of leather. Feel free to ask your cobbler for advice.
Nubuck is made by finely sanding the surface of the leather, which explains why it is more susceptible to stains and also gives it its soft, velvety appearance.