How do I know if these boots are too small, or just need to stretch? [more inside]
posted by little_c on Dec 8, 2009 - 11 answers

When I buy used boots, how do I best clean and restore the leather? [more inside]
posted by readery on Nov 25, 2009 - 8 answers

I just bought a pair of amazing leather boots. They were the last pair. I'm not returning them. However, they're knee-high and the left one is a little too tight on my calf. I can still wear them, but I'm looking for advice as to how to stretch them, just a little, to make them more comfortable in the short term. I imagine that they'll naturally stretch a bit over time, but I'm hoping for a quicker fix. Anyone?
posted by B-squared on May 30, 2009 - 10 answers

Help me choose the perfect boots for wandering around foreign cities... [more inside]
posted by Happy Dave on Dec 9, 2008 - 14 answers

I have a great pair of Fluevog leather boots lined with leather on the inside. The leather lining has worn through inside one heel cup and is starting to rip more and more every time I wear them. Is it possible to get this fixed at a reasonable cost? Anyone know a shoe repairer in NYC who would do a good job? I want to save my boots! Thanks!
posted by agent99 on Oct 22, 2007 - 4 answers

Tips for keeping black "man-made leather" shoes looking sharp? [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur on Oct 1, 2007 - 4 answers

I just got some second hand Doc Marten boots, but the previous owner seems to have had some weird way of wearing them which was put them out of shape, how do I get the leather to behave? [more inside]
posted by chrisbucks on Jun 26, 2007 - 2 answers