Yes, you can wear suede in the rain, provided it is properly protected. Here is what to do before going out, which models are best suited, and how to dry a pair that has got wet.
Before going out
Apply a suede protector spray over the whole shoe and let it dry completely. Do this before the first wear, then roughly once a month during winter.
The spray does not make the shoe waterproof. It keeps water and dirt on the surface, so they can be brushed off once dry.
Which models to choose
Booted Ibex
The lugged rubber outsole gives good grip on wet pavement. It is the most suitable model for winter.
Booted Goat
Reinforced leather protects the toe and the base of the boot, where water and dirt reach first. The black version shows marks less easily.
Sneakpeak
A city sneaker with a textured outsole and a mesh lining, for those who prefer a sneaker to a boot.
Choose a dark colour for winter
Dark colours are easier to maintain in winter. Black and brown show marks less easily than cream or white.
Drying a wet pair
Stuff the shoes with paper and let them dry at room temperature. Avoid radiators and hair dryers, which harden suede and damage the glue.
Once the pair is completely dry, brush the suede to lift the nap. For a salt mark, let it dry, then use a brush or a suede eraser, without wetting the material.
Models suited to wet weather
- Booted Ibex Black · Booted Ibex Black. Lugged rubber outsole, long-hair Italian suede.
- Booted Goat Black · Booted Goat Black. Reinforced leather at the toe and base.
- Booted Goat Healy Black · Booted Goat Healy Black. All-black long-hair suede.
- Sneakers Sneakpeak Black · Sneakpeak Black. City sneaker with a textured outsole and mesh lining.
Questions
Can I wear suede in the rain?
Yes, provided it has been protected. Let it dry naturally afterwards, then brush it.
Which model has the best grip?
The Booted Ibex, with its lugged rubber outsole.
What should I do if my boots get soaked?
Stuff them with paper, let them dry at room temperature, then brush them.
Are your shoes waterproof?
No. They are protected, not waterproof. Apply a protector spray before the first wear.
