Nothing screams spring like fresh blooms, floaty frocks and….fresh Avarcas. The time has come to dust off your much-loved, albeit hibernating, footwear of choice. Prepare them to work hard during the warmer weather because they’ll be your go-to this season.
Caring for your Avarcas is easy and I’m going to show you how. No matter how many pairs you own or the leather you favour, I’ve got simple tips to make them feel fresh again. I’m assuming you treated your Avarcas to a liberal spray of water & stain protectant prior to wearing (unless you’ve got glitters, don’t spray those!) but if you haven’t, you’ve officially broken my heart.
Each pair is handmade using the finest leather in Menorca, Spain. They are made using traditional Spanish craftsmanship that dates back centuries. You’ll notice they have been authenticated with the official ‘Avarca De Menorca’ guarantee’. They aren’t shoes you can just pick up at Westfield, they are history and art all at once.
Please give your Avarcas the proper treatment pre, during and post-wear to keep them looking beautiful.
Nubuck Leather Avarcas Care
Nubuck leather is created by buffing grain/smooth leather with abrasive action for a velvety finish.
Buttery soft and beautifully textured, you can reinvigorate your Nubuck Avarcas with a variety of tools and techniques. Remove scuff marks with a Seude/Nubuck Brush and a Suede/Nubuck Shampoo.
Brush Them
If using a brush, use the nylon bristle to clean the nubuck leather using long single-direction strokes. If you’ve got a stubborn mark, use short multi-directional strokes to buff the leather back to glory.
Shampoo Them
Once you’ve cleaned off all surface dirt and dust, apply nubuck shampoo to the leather and brush along the grain and against the grain using your brush. Let them dry and buff the leather back (with the brush again!).
Protect Them
Now that your Avarcas are shiny and fresh, use a Nubuck Leather protector to keep them that way. This will prevent water and dirt from penetrating the leather which can stain.
Tools:
Collonil Nubuk + Velours Classic* in Neutral (all colours)
Collonil Nubuk + Velours Classic* in Black (black/navy only)
Waproo Suede + Nubuck Fabric Shampoo
Nappa Leather (smooth) Avarcas Care
Full grain leather is drummed to give our Nappa leather a soft and comfortable feel.
Smooth and hardy, Nappa leather is durable and shouldn’t stain however, you will see the usual dirt build-up with wear. Get them ready for the season with a simple clean and polish.
Clean Them
Grab a microfibre cloth and wipe away all dirt and dust. Spray Collonil Clean & Care Foam onto your cloth and distribute the foam to the leather. Wipe away with a clean cloth.
Polish Them
Select the right colour polish to match your Avarcas - test if you’re unsure. Use a small amount and work this into your shoe using a clean cloth.
Protect Them
Now that your Avarcas are shiny and fresh, use a Leather protector to keep them that way. This will prevent water and dirt from penetrating the leather.
Tools
Metallic Leather Avarcas Care
Our metallic leather is created by bonding metallic foil to the leather.
So shiny and so pretty, the metallic foil can be delicate. If the foil is scratched, the leather underneath will poke through. This cannot be re-foiled or polished to cover deep scratches so pre and post-wear care are crucial.
Clean Them
Grab a dry microfibre cloth and wipe away all dirt and dust then repeat the process with a wet cloth. Allow them to dry.
Protect Them
Now that your Avarcas are shiny and fresh, use a Leather protector (for metallics) to keep them that way. This will prevent water and dirt from penetrating the leather.
Tools
Glitter Leather Avarcas Care
Our glitter leather Avarcas are made using specially treated Nappa leather.
The same soft leather but in glitter, what’s not to love? As with all glitter apparel, some glitter loss is to be expected and is considered general wear and tear. If they are looking a little dull, you can make them sparkle again with a little water.
Simply wet the cloth, dab your shoes gently and let dry.
Please don’t use any liquids or sprays which can damage the delicate morsels of sparkly goodness. to for a soft and sparkly finish.
Pony Hair Leather Avarcas Care
Pony hair is a cowhide that’s been shaved back to have the appearance of horse hide hair.
Luxe and edgy, pony hair leather is so soft but it can be delicate. Some hair loss is to be expected as the shoe wears. Dust and dirt build-up is unavoidable, especially if you love your shoes and prance around in them often. To clean them, all you need is a cloth and a little water.
Simply wet the cloth, dab your shoes gently and let dry.
Please don’t use any liquids or sprays to clean your pony hair Avarcas, they can damage the appearance.
Step Into Spring: COMING SOON
As I said, nothing screams spring like fresh blooms, floaty frocks and….fresh Avarcas. I’ve decided to marry ⅔ spring essentials with blooms ON Avarcas.
These pretties will launching very soon. They are strictly limited edition so once they sell out, they’re gone. Sign up for my mailing list to get VIP early access!
Nae x