How to Widen Leather Shoes
Put on a really thick pair of socks., Sit somewhere comfortable., Remove the heat., Remove the thick socks., Apply leather shoe conditioner or saddle soap.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Put on a really thick pair of socks.
Squeeze your feet into the new leather shoes. , Heat each shoe in turn with a hairdryer, bending your feet back and forth as much as is possible.
Blow with heat for 20-30 seconds at a time. , Keep the shoes on as they cool. , Put on thinner socks or pantyhose.
Try on the shoes.
If you can feel enough of a difference, the shoes are stretched.
If not, repeat the process. , This conditioning will restore any depleted moisture caused by the heat. -
Step 2: Sit somewhere comfortable.
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Step 3: Remove the heat.
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Step 4: Remove the thick socks.
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Step 5: Apply leather shoe conditioner or saddle soap.
Detailed Guide
Squeeze your feet into the new leather shoes. , Heat each shoe in turn with a hairdryer, bending your feet back and forth as much as is possible.
Blow with heat for 20-30 seconds at a time. , Keep the shoes on as they cool. , Put on thinner socks or pantyhose.
Try on the shoes.
If you can feel enough of a difference, the shoes are stretched.
If not, repeat the process. , This conditioning will restore any depleted moisture caused by the heat.
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