A simple banana peel can give leather shoes an instant shine. This innovative technique uses natural waxes and oils to create ...

Practice patience: It takes at least a day to set.

In the bustling metropolis of Washington DC, where style and sophistication blend seamlessly with practicality, finding reliable shoe repair shops can be a game-changer. When your favorite pair of ...

Taken by Emzie Zalaznick/Assistant Photo Editor The cobbler shop has been a staple in the community since 1972, even serving Chubby Checker, a rock-and-roll singer who rose to popularity with “The ...

If there’s anyone qualified enough to deliver a thesis on how to wear loafers, it’s me. Every fashion editor and writer has that one item—be it vintage jeans or statement jewelry—they compulsively ...

Before the industry’s biggest athletic labels ruled skateboarding, there was a golden era of independent skate shoe brands that offered stylistic, functional, and highly individual products — shoes ...

Autumn damp, packed commutes and synthetic trainers keep moisture locked in. Then your hallway pays the price before dinner. Across Britain, soggy mornings and long shifts are turning footwear into ...

Jacob McDonald, along with his dad John, are the proprietors of OxVolk LeatherWerks in Grass Valley, in the space that once housed Dave’s Shoe Repair on Mill Street. Dave Russell held his cobbler ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Many think that a pair of trainers equals comfort, but it’s not necessarily so. After wearing Nike Air Force 1 ...

The art and technique of leather repair allows for creativity, keeps old gear out of the landfill, and saves money. Whether you’re reviving a favorite belt, repairing a worn dog collar, buffing ...