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thisismisschris · Dec 22nd, 2008, 03:19 PM

Okay, so I've had my red suede declics for a month, and I finally got up enough courage to spray some Kiwi suede and nubuck protector on them so I can finally wear them out! I figured if I protect my suede bag from water/drink/etc stains with this stuff, then it should be good for my CLs!

Then I found this thread, and then I was kinda sad that I didn't look this up more and get some Apple Garde rain and stain repellent AND cover the red soles because I noticed a slight matte film on them after a few minutes of drying. I hope that will wipe off and make my red soles shiny again with alcohol like jimmyshoogirl recommended for the Scotchguard white marks...

But the Kiwi suede and nubuck protector did do a pretty good job of making the suede repel water. I decided to test it out by flicking a couple drops - or more - of water on my shoes after the protector spray stuff dried, and the water just beaded up and rolled off the shoe. I'm glad that it worked!! And it didn't darken my shoes like I thought it might. Yay!

But I think next time I'm gonna get some Apple Garde Rain and Stain, since it states straight away that it's wax and silicone free (it doesn't say whether it has wax or silicone for the Kiwi protector spray), and it supposedly lets the leather/suede/exotic materials breathe...

And I agree, this SHOULD be a sticky! I wish I found this thread before I sprayed my shoes...

lv_luva · Dec 22nd, 2008, 11:25 PM

From what I have read, it seems like I should avoid using the Apple Leather Conditioner on my black jazz CLs. But other than not using that product, what should I be doing for the maintenance and care of my black jazz CLs? I would appreciate any advice. Thanks!

niccig · Dec 23rd, 2008, 03:30 PM

Originally Posted by can008

really? i have got the apple leather conditioner! should i just use that on my rose phyton privatita? i am in australia, we have different brand for everything here i think! i have been trying to find bick 4 and so far i only found one in ebay with the shipping cost 9x the price!

and since i already imported the apple products... i would rather just use it if it is safe and give good conditioning. anyone tried?

I use the Apple leather conditioner on my pythons, and it seems to do very nicely. Scales haven't curled, haven't lost any, doesn't discolor, etc.

carlinha · Dec 23rd, 2008, 07:21 PM

^ i have also used Apple Garde Leather Care and Rain & Stain repellent on my exotics (Lizards and Pythons), satin and regular leather (not tried on suede yet) and they have come out beautifully without ruining the material, no discoloration or anything at all. i highly recommend it.

eggpudding · Dec 23rd, 2008, 08:35 PM

Originally Posted by lv_luva

From what I have read, it seems like I should avoid using the Apple Leather Conditioner on my black jazz CLs. But other than not using that product, what should I be doing for the maintenance and care of my black jazz CLs? I would appreciate any advice. Thanks!

I'd love to know also! I've worn mine out a couple of times already and am wondering if there's anything I need to do (other than be careful)!

laureenthemean · Dec 23rd, 2008, 08:42 PM

I don't think you should do anything to jazz. It seems very low maintenance.

BabeLee · Dec 24th, 2008, 11:26 AM

So should we avoid using the Rain & Stain Repellent? What can I use to clean them? Baby wipes? Tissue with water? Nada?

laureenthemean · Dec 25th, 2008, 03:40 AM

I would just use a little water and a clean cloth, personally. I wouldn't want to risk anything leaving residue.

luxlover · Dec 25th, 2008, 06:42 PM

where can I buy apple guard? i just tried to do a search on google but nothing is coming up....

LavenderIce · Dec 25th, 2008, 06:44 PM

Originally Posted by luxlover

where can I buy apple guard? i just tried to do a search on google but nothing is coming up....

I believe leatherstuff.com

schwinn3 · Jan 2nd, 2009, 08:54 PM

Does anyone have advice on care and maintenance of pony hair shoes? I don't have a pair yet but I'm seriously thinking about investing and was wondering what the process is like for this type of shoe and if it will worth it to buy them or if they'll just end up going bald after a few wears. Thanks!

laureenthemean · Jan 3rd, 2009, 01:40 PM

20% off everything at leatherstuff.com, including Apple Leather Care. Use code "Clearance."

dreachick2384 · Jan 3rd, 2009, 06:36 PM

A question: Do those little strips for the back of slingback heels that you can stick on there actually help if they are a hair tight and slightly painful? Wanted some input before I go buy them.

BellaShoes · Jan 8th, 2009, 08:35 PM

Just picked up my babies from being zipsoled......

Just like new again....ahhhhhhhh

BellaShoes · Jan 8th, 2009, 08:36 PM

question.... I noticed today that I have a stain of some sort on the patent (possibly under the patent) of my Nude YoYo's....any advice?

Dec 22nd, 2008, 11:25 PM	#62
lv_luva Member Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 209	From what I have read, it seems like I should avoid using the Apple Leather Conditioner on my black jazz CLs. But other than not using that product, what should I be doing for the maintenance and care of my black jazz CLs? I would appreciate any advice. Thanks!
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Dec 23rd, 2008, 07:21 PM	#64
carlinha • ♥☆♥ • amor • ♥☆♥ • Joined: Jul 2008 Location: over the rainbow Posts: 7,605	^ i have also used Apple Garde Leather Care and Rain & Stain repellent on my exotics (Lizards and Pythons), satin and regular leather (not tried on suede yet) and they have come out beautifully without ruining the material, no discoloration or anything at all. i highly recommend it.
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Dec 23rd, 2008, 08:42 PM	#66
laureenthemean Addict Joined: Mar 2008 Location: The Valley Posts: 16,885	I don't think you should do anything to jazz. It seems very low maintenance.
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Dec 24th, 2008, 11:26 AM	#67
BabeLee Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 7	So should we avoid using the Rain & Stain Repellent? What can I use to clean them? Baby wipes? Tissue with water? Nada?
BabeLee Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 7	Last edited by BabeLee; Dec 24th, 2008 at 11:42 AM.

Dec 25th, 2008, 03:40 AM	#68
laureenthemean Addict Joined: Mar 2008 Location: The Valley Posts: 16,885	I would just use a little water and a clean cloth, personally. I wouldn't want to risk anything leaving residue.
	__________________ See my shoes here! Buy now, think later! Wish list: Always looking for (38-39.5): Eugenie (under $1K), Nude Be A Girl or Body Double, Pin-up, Yasmin, Red patent Clichy or Alti Pump, Madeleine, Grace (gold or lace, preferably) Fall wants: Lilac/navy Maggie

Dec 22nd, 2008, 03:19 PM	#61
thisismisschris Cha-YAAAAH! Joined: Nov 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 138	Okay, so I've had my red suede declics for a month, and I finally got up enough courage to spray some Kiwi suede and nubuck protector on them so I can finally wear them out! I figured if I protect my suede bag from water/drink/etc stains with this stuff, then it should be good for my CLs! Then I found this thread, and then I was kinda sad that I didn't look this up more and get some Apple Garde rain and stain repellent AND cover the red soles because I noticed a slight matte film on them after a few minutes of drying. I hope that will wipe off and make my red soles shiny again with alcohol like jimmyshoogirl recommended for the Scotchguard white marks... But the Kiwi suede and nubuck protector did do a pretty good job of making the suede repel water. I decided to test it out by flicking a couple drops - or more - of water on my shoes after the protector spray stuff dried, and the water just beaded up and rolled off the shoe. I'm glad that it worked!! And it didn't darken my shoes like I thought it might. Yay! But I think next time I'm gonna get some Apple Garde Rain and Stain, since it states straight away that it's wax and silicone free (it doesn't say whether it has wax or silicone for the Kiwi protector spray), and it supposedly lets the leather/suede/exotic materials breathe... And I agree, this SHOULD be a sticky! I wish I found this thread before I sprayed my shoes...

Dec 25th, 2008, 06:42 PM	#69
luxlover Member Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 2,070	where can I buy apple guard? i just tried to do a search on google but nothing is coming up....
luxlover Member Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 2,070	__________________ Click to look at:LuxLover's Luscious Louboutins Hermes Wish List: Rose Shocking Chevre Mysore 30 or 35cm Birkin Himalya Croc Birkin 30 or 35cm Soleil 35cm Birkin PHD hardware GOT IT!

Jan 2nd, 2009, 08:54 PM	#71
schwinn3 Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 408	Does anyone have advice on care and maintenance of pony hair shoes? I don't have a pair yet but I'm seriously thinking about investing and was wondering what the process is like for this type of shoe and if it will worth it to buy them or if they'll just end up going bald after a few wears. Thanks!
schwinn3 Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 408

Jan 3rd, 2009, 01:40 PM	#72
laureenthemean Addict Joined: Mar 2008 Location: The Valley Posts: 16,885	20% off everything at leatherstuff.com, including Apple Leather Care. Use code "Clearance."
	__________________ See my shoes here! Buy now, think later! Wish list: Always looking for (38-39.5): Eugenie (under $1K), Nude Be A Girl or Body Double, Pin-up, Yasmin, Red patent Clichy or Alti Pump, Madeleine, Grace (gold or lace, preferably) Fall wants: Lilac/navy Maggie

Jan 3rd, 2009, 06:36 PM	#73
dreachick2384 Member Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 1,830	A question: Do those little strips for the back of slingback heels that you can stick on there actually help if they are a hair tight and slightly painful? Wanted some input before I go buy them.
dreachick2384 Member Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 1,830

Jan 8th, 2009, 08:35 PM	#74
BellaShoes I want that Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Bay Area Posts: 4,973	Just picked up my babies from being zipsoled...... Just like new again....ahhhhhhhh
	__________________ My Blog: ~A Day in Bella's Shoes~ The Collection REVAMPED!: ~Amore per Louboutin~ ~I WANT THAT.. Grey Nabuck Python, Watersnake 'Hardwick' and/or Patent Lavender Bianca Sz 38.5-39~

Jan 8th, 2009, 08:36 PM	#75
BellaShoes I want that Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Bay Area Posts: 4,973	question.... I noticed today that I have a stain of some sort on the patent (possibly under the patent) of my Nude YoYo's....any advice?
	__________________ My Blog: ~A Day in Bella's Shoes~ The Collection REVAMPED!: ~Amore per Louboutin~ ~I WANT THAT.. Grey Nabuck Python, Watersnake 'Hardwick' and/or Patent Lavender Bianca Sz 38.5-39~

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