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Caring for your fine leather garments

March 26, 2018

You have bought the most beautiful leather purse but it’s starting to fade....
Those gorgeous shoes that are your favorite pair are looking dull and dirty....

The Saphir Canadian is a fabulous restoration cream that will soften and nourish your garments while giving them a waterproof coating that will not rub off on your clothing. You can finish these treatments off with a nice buffing from the chamois to make your shoes, purse, jacket or any leather you have looking brand new again!
The Saphir Leather Garments Total Clean and Care Set is available online at Valentino Garemi and is a must have set for any leather that you own.

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Get Your feet summer ready

March 25, 2018

The warm weather is fast approaching and nothing says summer is here like a beautiful pair of sandals! Starting with nails, you will need to invest in a quality pair of toenail clippers but don’t cut them too short or you can risk getting ingrown toenails. Lastly, add your favorite polish color to those perfectly cut toenails, grab your most gorgeous sandals and go show the world those stunning feet!

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How to clean your fine leather purse or wallet

March 25, 2018

Many times we asked ourselves what special tools or products are available for a perfect leather cleaning job for whatever leather items that you own (purses, wallets, bags, footwear, garments etc...) and what are the essential steps to perform such task. Usually, we recommend damping the cloth with clean water for better performance. If some areas of leather require extra conditioner repeat the process mentioned on step two. All require tools and care products can be found at Valentino Garemi’s web store; your Canadian Leather Care and Shoe Care expert focused to provide you hard to find quality products and the best customer.

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Cleaning & Storage for your winter footwear

March 25, 2018

We are counting down the days until spring arrives, which means that it is time to say goodbye to that bulky winter wardrobe and heavy leather shoes. Before you lock away your fine leather footwear, it is advised to properly clean and maintain them so that they last longer and retain their unsullied appearance. Last step will be to applied protector and in this case we recommend to use products based on Nano Technology since this new technology proofed to deliver great results in weather protection. Now that your shoes have been properly cleaned and deodorized, it is time to put them away until the snow begins to fall again. Be sure to check out the various products listed and enjoy your spring!

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Luxury Shoe Care Sets - Handy & Right Size

March 25, 2018

Traveling is one of the life’s greatest adventures, but sometimes it can take its toll on your shoes in many undesirable ways. Luckily there are multiple solutions to keep your shoes in pristine condition. Fortunately, there is a shoe care kit that can help remedy all types of scuffs and scratches and it goes by the name of La Cordonnerie Anglaise’s Cartridge. La Cordonnerie Anglaise has set the bar high when it comes to shoe care and the cost is modest when compared to other high-end shoe care kits of lesser quality. Plan your next trip accordingly and remember to pack one of these kits next time you set out on your next adventure.

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La Cordonnerie Anglaise for Superior Leather Care

March 25, 2018

La Cordonnerie Anglaise is a company based in Paris, France that has dedicated their passion for leather care since 1885. They are renowned for making amazing products including leather shoe care sets. People who own high quality products made of rare nubuck leather and suede need such extraordinary specialized suede or nubuck shoe care items for superior protection against the elements. If you were ever caught in a rut searching for superior ways to provide care to your valuable leather items, Valentino Garemi will certainly provide all the products and information you seek. While trying to find the right color polish, brush or accessory from LCA, you will also learn basic shoe and furniture care skills that will protect your valuables for many months if not years to come.

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Leather For Winter With Burgol

March 25, 2018

Although summer seems reluctant to let go this year in some areas savvy Canadians and sensible folks from the US know the winds, sleet, salt and snow of winter are on the way. Fine shoes and boots will benefit from regular treatments with Burgol Juchtenfett Luxury Leather Waterproofer. Burgol comes to the rescue with its Leather Sole Oil, a unique product rarely found easily today but made with great expertise and care by the Swiss experts. Using only the finest leather friendly ingredients this family owned company offers specialized leather conditioners, protectants, cleansers and beautifiers that are clearly superior to ordinary brands. Use regularly and you will definitely see the difference this premium range makes.

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Shell Cordovan?

March 25, 2018

You may first have learned the word “cordovan” as a curious kid looking through your father’s collection of shoe polishes or while browsing the selections of polish hue’s online or in the store. First prepared by Moors who lived in Cordoba in the Andalusia area of Spain, today’s cordovan is created in much the same way as was done centuries ago. According to the experts at Horween Leathers in Chicago, Illinois, USA, properly preparing shell cordovan requires many steps and about six months from its start as a hide until it leaves to be fashioned into luxury shoes. Savvy consumers recognize the long term worth of this significant material when used for shoes and boots intended to be worn for years.

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Burgol for Excellent Shoe Care - Get notable results!

March 24, 2018

Ten years shy of a century since the first product, Burgol shoe polish has not changed one bit. The family business based in Switzerland has not seen the need to change anything on this superior leather shoe care product that is now sought after in Canada and other parts of the world. Due to the high quality ingredients used to make Burgol, you can trust it on nubuck and suede shoes which need superior protection from water, dust and other elements. The Valentino Garemi blog offers people interested in Burgol all the tips and information on how to buy the polish online. When the recommendations come from this reliable, authority blog, anyone can confidently choose this polish for premium shoe care.

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How to Dry Wet Shoes and Boots

March 24, 2018

If you are caught in a sudden downpour or walk through water on a weekend hike, you quickly need to remove the wetness from your shoes. Stuff the shoes or boots with dry newspapers, paper towels or cotton towels to absorb the majority of the wetness. Another moisture-absorber is our Cedar Shoe Freshener which draws out moisture and odors and is just the size to be inserted in a shoe or boot.

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How to care for everyday shoes or boots.

March 24, 2018

Take care of the shoes you wear daily and they will take care of you. Saphir also has a wonderful Crepe Brush for napped leather -- suedes and nubucs --which uses rubber to gently clear and rejuvenate the nap. Shoes that are daily pampered remain strong with smooth, undistressed leather, looking good for years and achieving a healthy, burnished patina. We have cedar shoe trees that absorb and deodorize -- great investments for the longevity of your shoes. For some stunning examples of the difference using Saphir product can make in the look and feel of your favorite shoes, check out this flickr photostream, the handiwork of shoeshine artisans at ShoeshineUK.

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Best Way to Remove Stains from Leather Furniture

March 24, 2018

You love the look and feel of your buttery soft leather furniture and want to show it off when friends and family gather. As you plan for the festivities take a look at your living area. First vacuum thoroughly to remove loose dirt, and then use one of our
leather cleaners to complete the job. Our Avel Soap Cleaner and Regenerant, Saphir RenoMat or Leather Soap can really come to the rescue; closely follow the directions and follow up with Leather Conditioners or perhaps our Saphir Renovateur or Avel Cream Renovator if some fading or discoloration has occurred.