Suede- The Shoes That You Probably Overlook

Originating from the French term "gants de suede,” Suede shoes became a household name after the 1950s song by Elvis Presley's "Blue Suede shoes." Considered a high-quality form of leather, and has a soft, delicate feel to it. It is no different than wearing a calf, especially when it comes to the more casual dressing styles that are currently in existence.

Have some queries about suede? Here at Wayne Edward Workshop, we are dedicated to assisting you with any concerns you may have regarding suede. So let's just jump right in and solve the mystery of suede once and for all.

Is suede delicate?

Without a doubt, Suede is leather made from the skin and like all leathers, there is wide array of qualities in the market. Wayne Edwards Workshop- men’s shoe store in Philadelphia sells shoes from Edward Green and Carmina of Spain which uses only top-level English suedes. Their suedes are durable, have great texture, and take color exceptionally well.

How do you take care of suede?

Concerned about the rain or potentially having your shoes lose shape? Prevention is the key and it is easy. Simply spray your suede boots/shoes with water-repellent aerosol. We recommend the Saphir Super Invulner. It's a water-protecting spray that we feel is the best in the market.

Want to brush out any dirt or re-fluff the nap? We recommend the Saphir sole tech brush. it's a crepe brush that doesn't harm the suede

Did we mention shoe trees? Shoe trees are a must. they absorb perspiration and help maintain the shape of the shoe. The best shoe trees are the wooden ones that both Edward Green and Carmina of Spain make for their shoes.

What are popular styles?

When it comes to Suede boots, The Chelsea and the Chukka boots are trending at the moment. Both Chelsea and Chukka boots are versatile and have a minimalistic style making them a valuable piece of your wardrobe. While black is always an option, neutral color boots, such as brown and loden, are excellent alternatives for all semi-formal, business casual, and smart casual styles.

Looking for a shoe that has never gone out of style? Both Chelsea and Chukka boots have stood the test of time and risen up to be some of the best shoes any fashion enthusiast can own right now. Chelsea boots were designed by Queen Victoria's bootmaker Mr. J Sparkes-Hall in 1837 and were popularized by The Beatles around the 1960s.

In comparison, The Chukka boots came into existence around the 1940s and are said to have originated from India. It was popularized by a UK shoe company, C. & J. Clark, who made them an everyday men's style.