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    Can I put Adidas Gazelles in the washing machine?
    Marc Sigal
    Shoe Care Specialist
    Marc Sigal is a Shoe Care Specialist based in Los Angeles. Marc has over 19 years of experience working in the world of e-commerce, with extensive experience with the care of luxury goods. He is currently the VP of Strategic Partnerships at Blutag, an e-commerce platform helping consumers find products. Prior to Blutag, he founded ButlerBox, a dry cleaning and shoe care service based in Los Angeles, California. ButlerBox reinvented amenity services by placing custom-designed, wrinkle-resistant lockers in luxury apartment buildings, class A office buildings, shopping centers, and other convenient locations. The company got acquired by Rinse.com in 2021. Marc has a BA in Global and International Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
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    You may find advice online that you can put suede shoes in the washing machine, but it's really not good for the shoes. It's much better to clean your shoes by hand with a brush and clean towel. Also, it's extremely important that you don't throw your suede shoes in the dryer if they get wet. This will basically ruin the suede.
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    Can suede shoes be worn in the rain?
    Marc Sigal
    Shoe Care Specialist
    Marc Sigal is a Shoe Care Specialist based in Los Angeles. Marc has over 19 years of experience working in the world of e-commerce, with extensive experience with the care of luxury goods. He is currently the VP of Strategic Partnerships at Blutag, an e-commerce platform helping consumers find products. Prior to Blutag, he founded ButlerBox, a dry cleaning and shoe care service based in Los Angeles, California. ButlerBox reinvented amenity services by placing custom-designed, wrinkle-resistant lockers in luxury apartment buildings, class A office buildings, shopping centers, and other convenient locations. The company got acquired by Rinse.com in 2021. Marc has a BA in Global and International Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
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    It's not a good idea to wear suede shoes in the rain. They can easily get damaged and need immediate attention if they get wet. Wear a different pair of shoes when it's raining.
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    What do you put on suede shoes to protect them?
    Marc Sigal
    Shoe Care Specialist
    Marc Sigal is a Shoe Care Specialist based in Los Angeles. Marc has over 19 years of experience working in the world of e-commerce, with extensive experience with the care of luxury goods. He is currently the VP of Strategic Partnerships at Blutag, an e-commerce platform helping consumers find products. Prior to Blutag, he founded ButlerBox, a dry cleaning and shoe care service based in Los Angeles, California. ButlerBox reinvented amenity services by placing custom-designed, wrinkle-resistant lockers in luxury apartment buildings, class A office buildings, shopping centers, and other convenient locations. The company got acquired by Rinse.com in 2021. Marc has a BA in Global and International Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
    Shoe Care Specialist
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    Use a protective spray labeled for use on suede shoes. Follow the directions on your spray to make sure your shoes are totally protected.
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    Can I use an old toothbrush and a damp cloth to clean my sky blue suede Gazelles? There are no stains, just a buildup of city dirt.
    Snakey006550
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    Using an old toothbrush with a damp cloth is a good method for cleaning them. Suede is delicate, so avoid soaking the material. Gently brush with the toothbrush to lift dirt, then wipe with a slightly damp cloth. Use a suede eraser for tougher spots and let the shoes air dry away from direct heat or sunlight.
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