9:04 AM Heels

Materials used

• Upper: half-calf leather (patent)
• Lining: hair-sheep leather
• Insole: cellulose fiber
• Sole: leather
• Spare heel tips: steel

Understanding the Materials

Each pair is built from several components. Here is what each one is and what it’s made of.

• The upper is the part of the shoe that covers and frames your foot: the toe, the sides and the back. It is what you see when the shoe is worn.
• The lining is the inside surface of the shoe, the part that touches your foot. Hair-sheep leather is a soft sheep leather that is comfortable against the skin.
• The insole is the layer under your foot inside the shoe. Cellulose fibers are a pressed fiber material that helps the shoe hold its shape and supports the foot.
• The sole is the base of the shoe that touches the ground.
• The heel tip is the small cap at the very end of the heel, and it is the first part to wear down on a stiletto. Every pair comes with a spare set of steel tips in their own dust bag. A professional cobbler can fit them when the originals wear out, which extends the life of the shoe.

Care Instructions

• Store With Care: Keep your heels in their dust bag and box when not in use, with the stuffing inside to hold their shape. Store them somewhere cool and dry, away from direct sun and heat.
• Keep Them Dry: Leather soles absorb moisture, so avoid wet pavement and standing water. If your heels get wet, let them dry naturally at room temperature, away from radiators and hairdryers.
• Wipe Down Regularly: Gently wipe the upper with a soft, clean cloth after wearing. For the patent pairs, use a cleaner made for patent leather, as regular leather cream can leave a cloudy finish. For the rest, brush off dust and condition occasionally with a color-matched leather cream.
• Protect The Finish: Keep patent leather away from colored fabrics and other shoes, as dye can transfer onto the surface. Test any product on a hidden area first.
• Let Them Rest: Air your heels out for a day between wears to keep the lining fresh.
• Replace The Heel Tips: Check the heel tips regularly, and replace them as soon as the metal shows. Your pair comes with a spare set of steel tips, which a professional cobbler can fit for you.