Before you hit 'start,' here’s what a pro wants you to know. Many canvas, mesh, and knit sneakers can be machine-washed safely—but only on gentle cycles with cold water. Leather, suede, nubuck, and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Washing your shoes the right way keeps them looking new and helps them last much longer. Check the label first, then prep by ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. You wash your shirts, your pants, your jacket—all the things that bring you into contact with the outside ...

Shoes can accumulate a lot more dirt than we think. Whether it’s from dusty roads or muddy trails, they can accumulate a lot ...

Many canvas, mesh, and knit sneakers can be machine-washed safely—but only on gentle cycles with cold water. Leather, suede, nubuck, and designer sneakers should always be cleaned by hand to avoid ...

A pair of scuffed-up shoes can ruin the look of an outfit. Frustrating, yes—but before you banish them from your closet, know that your shoes may have a lot of life still left in them. Before you give ...