Staff, Courtesy of Pink Miracle If the idea of shining your shoes seems like a throwback to a bygone era, consider this: the right shoe cleaner can make those dusty kicks look brand-new again—and make you look more put-together, as well. To achieve the best results, you’re going to need to grab the right kind of shoe cleaner and gear, […]

GARDEN VARIETIES For their new handbags, sneakers and more, designers are opting for cruelty-free vegan leather made from earthy items like fruit and fungus. Photo: Getty Images

Amazon is now offering loads of notable deals on Chemical Guys car care gear with up to 20% or more in savings. One standout is the Chemical Guys HOL303 Leather Cleaner and Conditioner Care Kit at $39.87 shipped. This kit is regularly $50 and is now within $1 of the all-time low outside of a 1 day Black Friday offer. […]

Keep the perfection and the sparkle of your leather jacket unblemished. Utilize a viable leather conditioner that contains wax and silicone. It will give your leather a refined, cleaned look. You can also use a mild detergent to spot clean your jacket. Just like you need to moisturize your skin to battle the chilly climate, you also need to moisturize […]

Picture this: you’ve just bought a brand new pair of Guidi boots for $1,678 USD, but you’re struggling to find ways to look after them after a few daring wears. Well, you’re in luck, as the luxury Tuscan company has now launched its own shoe care kit — Guidi style, of course. This is no regular shoe care kit, as […]

Do you know what I love? Learning insider secrets. I’m not talking tabloid headlines or conspiracy theories, which I work hard to avoid, but solid, authentic, and reliable insider secrets. I’ve got one for you today, prompted by a question sent in by a faithful reader. Dear Mary: I recently purchased a late-model previously owned vehicle. The dealer tried to […]

Leather seats can make your ride feel more luxurious — but if you don’t take care of the car leather seat, it won’t feel so luxurious with time. Like the outside of your car, a leather interior is prone to wear, leading to wrinkles, rough patches and even cracking. That’s why when you’re thinking about car polish, soap, waxes and other products […]

Knowing how to clean a leather handbag *without ruining it* is a useful #lifehack that will serve you well for years to come. Whether you’ve invested in a designer piece or you’ve picked up a steal on the high street, leather bags are designed to stand the test of time. And we’re all for looking after our beloved fashion items […]

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. If you own anything made from leather, whether that’s a jacket, boots, furniture, or gloves, you likely need a good leather protector to keep it looking and functioning at its best for as long as possible.   I asked leather experts from Orox Leather Co. within […]

Nourish it, store it and don’t carry your whole life: how to care for your handbag Having a big bag doesn’t mean you should carry everything. Treat your handbags right and they’ll last much longer The late writer Nora Ephron (whom I have quoted in this series before and will quote again) famously declared, “I hate my purse” in an […]