6 tips for those who wear sneakers even in summer

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

What to do so that your feet do not sweat, and your favorite sneakers will serve you as long as possible.

1. Choose the right model

If you still think that there are sneakers suitable for any time of the year, then we hasten to disappoint you. As much as you love your old Air Force 1 or Superstar, they don't hold up to modern high-tech models like the Nike Epic React or the Adidas Deerupt Runner. Even despite the fact that retro silhouettes are experiencing a second youth, and the word heritage has confidently taken root in the vocabulary of street fashion fans.

Where to get it

• Men's sneakers Nike Epic React Flyknit, 10 790 rubles →
• Women's sneakers Nike Epic React Flyknit, 10 790 rubles →
• Teenage Nike Epic React Flyknit, 9 290 rubles →
• Women's white sneakers Adidas Deerupt Runner, 6 890 rubles →
• Women's blue sneakers Adidas Deerupt Runner, 6 890 rubles →
• Men's white sneakers Adidas Deerupt Runner, 6 890 rubles →
• Men's gray sneakers Adidas Deerupt Runner, 6 890 rubles →

Pay attention to the sneakers, in the description of which there are the words Air Mesh, ClimaCool, Primeknit, Flyknit - these technologies were originally developed for various sports disciplines, but now they are successfully used as everyday shoes. All of them provide moisture removal and ventilation through the use of highly functional materials such as ultra-light seamless polyester fabric or 3D mesh. They absorb sweat and bring it to the surface for further evaporation.

Where to get it

• Men's black sneakers Adidas Originals Climacool, 6 890 rubles →
• Men's white sneakers Adidas Originals Climacool, 8 590 rubles →
• Men's pink sneakers Nike Air Force 1 Ultra Flyknit, 6 890 rubles →
• Men's black sneakers Nike Running Free Run motion Flyknit, 11 090 rubles →
• Women's lilac sneakers Adidas Originals Swift Run Primeknit, 7490 rubles →
• Women's blue sneakers Adidas Originals Crazy 1 Adv Sock Primeknit, 10 290 rubles →
• Women's light green sneakers Nike Training Free Tr Flyknit, 9 790 rubles →
• Women's white sneakers Nike Air Max 270 Flyknit, 9 190 rubles →

Regardless of what your sneakers are made of, dry them regularly, not just when they get soaked through: moisture builds up inside the shoes even in dry weather. Alternate at least two pairs to allow each to dry thoroughly and come back to full combat readiness.

If you have ever seen pictures of sneakers that are pretty shabby after professional dry cleaning, know that the secret of their perfect shape and lack of creases lies in drying at room temperature using spacers. Take on arms.

2. Don't skimp on special tools

Machine wash quickly leads to shoe wear, cracking and discoloration. Buy a special detergent and a pair of brushes of different hardness, and for a company - a water and dirt-repellent spray. There are many options: from domestic Solemate to Los Angeles Jason Markk.

Where to get it

• A set of cleansers Crep Protect Cure, 1,190 rubles →
• Universal cleaner for sports shoes Woly Sport, 499 rubles →
• Solemate shoe brush, 359 rubles →
• Sponge for washing shoes Salamander Professional, 199 rubles →
• Solemate dirt and water-repellent impregnation, 850 rubles →

3. Use deodorant

Use shoe deodorant often and apply the antiperspirant to your feet, even if you don't sweat too much. It not only gets rid of unwanted odors and makes you a more pleasant conversation partner or transport neighbor, but also prevents the growth of bacteria.

Where to get it

• Footlogix foot deodorant for shoes, 125 ml, 1 160 rubles →
• Gehwol deodorant for feet and shoes, 150 ml, 1 300 rubles →
• Deodorant for Woly Sport shoes, 125 ml, 249 rubles →
• Powder deodorant-deodorant for shoes Biobuty, 500 g, 220 rubles →

4. Wear socks

Even sneakers made of textile and mesh are not designed to be worn on bare feet. Absorbing sweat every day, sneakers will quickly acquire a persistent unpleasant odor, which neither the most expensive deodorant nor weekly airing on the balcony can cope with. And calluses are unlikely to add attractiveness to your legs.

Cool socks for all occasions from AliExpress and other stores →

5. Consider a storage system

Keep your sneakers in a dry, ventilated area unless you want mold or mildew to damage your loved one. Rarities that you rarely wear or only get out for a couple of photos on Instagram are best stored in cardboard boxes, special boxes or covers.

Take a closer look at the collaboration between Swedish furniture giant IKEA and Los Angeles brand STAMPD: the minimalist transparent shelves included in the Spänst collection will fit into almost any interior. Another variation of the glass shoe rack is in Virgil Abloh's MARKERAD collection, which will be released in 2019.

Where to get it

• Stands for storing shoes, AliExpress, from 324 rubles →
• Plastic shoe storage rack, AliExpress, from 627 rubles →
• Wall mounts for storing shoes, AliExpress, from 171 rubles →

6. Have fun

The most important point, which is easy to forget, if you fanatically monitor the condition of the sneakers instead of enjoying the summer. It is enough to follow our advice and remember that sneakers are just shoes, which means that sooner or later you will return home with a new pair. And now you will definitely know what to do to feel comfortable even on the hottest day.