On craft, care, and leather.
Guides, observations, and the occasional opinion from the Fixano workshop.
Restoring a Vintage Leather Satchel
A vintage leather satchel arrived at our workshop, its story etched in every scuff and scratch. The owner, a seasoned traveler, wanted to extend its journey. He
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Caring for Loafers: A Thoughtful Approach
Loafers are the unsung heroes of effortless style, gliding between formal and casual with ease. Their story deserves to be extended with care. Here, we share ho
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The Loafers You Wear Every Summer
Loafers are a peculiar thing. They do not announce themselves. They simply become the pair you reach for, again and again, until one day the leather looks tired.
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The Knicks Are in the Finals. So Are Their Shoes.
OG Anunoby is wearing Timberland-inspired Skechers. Kith just dropped a friends-and-family Air Max 95. But what happens to a game-worn sneaker when the buzzer sounds?
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Court to Curb — The NBA Finals and Sneaker Care at the Highest Level
The NBA Finals puts sneakers under more stress in a single game than most owners accumulate in a year. Here's what that means for care — on court and in the stands.
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The Sneaker Moment — What the ESPYs Reveal About Athletic Footwear Care
The ESPYs sit at the intersection of sport and fashion. The sneakers on the red carpet tell you exactly what happens when performance footwear becomes a cultural object — and how to care for it.
Read moreAll White, All Summer — How to Keep White Shoes Clean When the Conditions Are Against You
Wimbledon's all-white dress code is the most demanding test of white footwear care. Here's what the grass, the weather, and the tradition actually require.
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How to Restore a Leather Handbag
Leather handbag restoration recovers more than most owners expect — but results depend on the damage, the leather, and the method. Here's an honest guide to what's possible.
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What the Runway Carries — Leather at Paris Men's Fashion Week
Paris Men's Fashion Week is where leather goods are taken most seriously. Here's what the runway materials reveal about how leather ages — and what that means for your pieces.
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How to Condition Leather
Leather conditioning is the single most important care step for any leather item. Here's how to condition leather correctly — and what most people get wrong about the product.
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How to Restore Suede Shoes
Suede is tougher than its reputation suggests — when handled right. Here's how to restore suede shoes and when to hand the job to a professional.
Read moreClay Season — What Roland Garros Does to White Sneakers
Red clay from Roland Garros is one of the hardest substances to remove from white sneakers. Here's what's actually happening — and how to restore them after clay season.
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How to Remove Scuff Marks from Shoes
Scuff marks on shoes are almost always fixable. Here's how to remove scuffs from leather shoes, patent leather, and suede — and when a professional is the right call.
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How to Clean Canvas Shoes
Canvas shoes get dirty fast and clean well when you use the right method. Here's how to clean canvas sneakers and shoes without yellowing, shrinking, or damaging them.
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How to Clean Patent Leather Shoes and Bags
Patent leather is lacquered, not indestructible. Here's how to clean patent leather shoes and handbags, remove scuffs, and keep the mirror finish looking right.
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How to Store Leather Bags
How you store a leather bag between uses matters as much as how you clean it. Here's the right approach to dust bags, stuffing, light, and long-term storage.
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How to Clean Nubuck
Nubuck is softer than suede and easier to mark. Here's how to clean nubuck shoes, leather, and sneakers without damaging the nap or waterlogging the surface.
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The Croisette Effect — What Cannes Does to Leather Shoes
Salt air, stone steps, and red carpet lights — Cannes 2026 is the world's most demanding runway. Here's what it does to leather shoes, and what to do after.
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How to Remove Pen Stains from a Leather Bag
A pen stain on leather isn't a write-off. Here's how to remove ink stains from leather bags at home — and when to call in a professional.
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