If you're a sneakerhead like me, you need no introduction to this list, you know how important it is to maintain the integrity of your kicks, whether it's a coveted limited-edition pair or your go-to daily wear. No matter how much we try, they're bound to get an occasional stain, get muddy and just have general wear and tear. Worry not though, we've found you everything you need, from at-home solutions to professional services.
7 Places That Help You Keep Your Kicks Looking Fresh And Clean
All About Shoes
Started by Neev in 2019, this brand will take care of your shoes as well as handbags, leather jackets and much more. What's really cool is that they provide pick-and-drop services starting from INR 69 only (for Delhi), and you can ship your shoes to them from other cities too. We all know that it can be tricky to clean suede, but they did a decent job at cleaning my AF1 Shadows. It took about 5 days for them to send me a pair, which looked was as good as new!
Price: Starting at INR 299
Sneakinn
Sneakin is just too good. I’ve found myself repeatedly going here, whether it is for repair work or just cleaning. You can get your shoes picked up or drop them off at their store in Gurgaon. I sent my dog-bitten Air Force 1 for repair and cleaning, and at the end of a week, I was greeted with what looked like a brand new pair. The process was extremely smooth, they even WhatsApp you images of the progress. Additional services for your kicks include water protection, de-yellowing and crease prevention. They also provide services for bags, accessories and dry cleaning.
Price: Starting at INR 700
Shoegr
Now, if you like to keep a kit handy at home then the Ultimate Shoe Cleaning kit from Shoegr is a good option. In the pack, you get a cleaning solution, three types of brushes—soft, medium and hard—for the upper part, midsole and outsole, and a microfibre towel to wipe it clean. All you have to do is mix the solution in water, scrub and wipe. Leave your pair to dry, and it will be as good as new. The solution isn’t very strong, but it is all natural and provides a decent clean.
Price: Starting at INR 399
Sneakare
Featured on Shark Tank, Sneakare is a well-known brand. Even Sharks, Aman and Vineeta agree that the quality of their products is top notch. I'd suggest checking out their sneaker crates, as they definitely stole the spotlight. They have the usual cleaning products, and also a shoe deodoriser, sole guard, shoe shaper and more.
Price: Starting at INR 499
Shoevoke
Found on Instagram, this cleaning service is quite efficient. I got my Birkenstocks cleaned from here, and god, did they require some love and care. I'd been using them nonstop for months. It took about five days from pickup to delivery, everything was smooth, and I was delivered a clean pair in a shoe bag at the end of it. They are a premium service, and the only thing I'd like more would be updates on what's happening once they start the process, otherwise, they did a spot-on job.
Helios
Helios has some superb quality products to not only keep your kicks clean but also to maintain that freshness. I’ve tried their A1 crease protectors, which are sturdy yet comfortable and do the job. Another favourite from this store is their whitening mid-sole marker that works like a dream. If you own a pair of white pair, you know what pain it is to keep them from yellowing, this marker will definitely help you out.
Price: Starts at INR 99
Sneads
Popping up on Instagram because of their sneaker SPF protection (a water-repellent spray) that has nanotechnology, creating an invisible barrier preventing any liquid from staining your shoe. Their limited product range includes a cleaning brush, clean solution, an odour spray and a cleaning towel. They're starting with a cleaning service too, named the Shoe Spa.
Pro-Tip
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