{"id":17368,"date":"2020-01-24T10:21:41","date_gmt":"2020-01-24T10:21:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/a-gentlemans-row.com\/?p=17368"},"modified":"2022-05-14T08:51:35","modified_gmt":"2022-05-14T07:51:35","slug":"the-mens-shoe-shine-kit-essentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/a-gentlemans-row.com\/the-mens-shoe-shine-kit-essentials\/","title":{"rendered":"Shoe Shine Kit Essentials"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
With your skin, a facial can have a immediate improvement on the look. But, regular maintenance and routine can ensure you look better for longer. It is the same with your footwear. <\/p>\n
The fairer sex judge a man by his shoes twice as much as a men judge women's footwear. So, it pays to keep your shoes looking in tip-top condition. <\/span><\/p>\n The act of shining shoes is not purely about making the shoes look as sharp as possible. Regular shining and polishing helps to protect the leather from deteriorating over time, ensuring your shoes last longer. As men should be investing good money in their footwear, it is imperative to make that money go further and extend the life of your shoes.<\/span><\/p>\n Remember, if you get a crack in the leather of your shoes, then it is game over, as they will become unwearable.<\/span><\/p>\n For the majority of men, you will probably be looking for quick upkeep of your shoes to make them look nicer. In this case, a regular shine should be taking you around 5-15 minutes. If you are looking for something more like a mirror finish, then this will take far longer as it needs longer drying time in-between stages of shining.<\/span><\/p>\n This is where I need you to take the lead. There are lots of different factors that might have an effect on your shoes. How often you use them, the weather, and what you might be doing when wearing. Giving your shoes a once-over every week can mean you spot signs of distress to the leather, and prevent any deterioration by not polishing. So, we would always recommend a weekly shine. Now you might be a fortunate man and have an arsenal of shoes to wear. In this case, if they aren't being worn as much, you can leave it longer between polishes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy is it important?<\/span><\/h2>\n
How long should a shoeshine last?<\/span><\/h2>\n
How often should you shine your shoes?<\/span><\/h2>\n