https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:10:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2064946 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 01:44:05 +0000 Jaime 2064946@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try the dye ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2064724 Sat, 28 Sep 2019 00:54:18 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2064724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just checked my bottles. I used about 2/3 of the bottle of dye preparer and 1/3 of the bottle of dye, fyi. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2064722 Sat, 28 Sep 2019 00:45:40 +0000 Janet 2064722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sharan, that’s a great dye project! Yes, I’d be in for a couple of bottles of dye, a couple of applications, and probably a messy, long process. But I’m not sure I want to pay $75 for the experiment to see if I’ll wear them more — which I expect I will. I just don’t have anything taupe anymore. LOL Joy, I guess I’ll take that chance. Regardless of trend, I *always* wear black! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2064717 Sat, 28 Sep 2019 00:16:54 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2064717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet, here's a link to a <a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-diy-project-or-my-latest-obsession-kork-ease">post I made</a> about a similar dyeing project. It was fun, though I will say I didn't wear these shoes very much even after I dyed them. I still have them, though, because I do like them. My caution to you would be--if you are going for actual two-step dye process like what I did and not the paint-on kind--is that there is a lot more leather to do in your boots than what I did. It will be a much bigger project. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2064696 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 22:36:48 +0000 Anonymous 2064696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dye. Just watch . Taupe will be THE color next fall. But stick to a color you know that you will wear. Frye’s seem to be classic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2064693 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 22:21:16 +0000 Gail 2064693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Go for it on both , you have nothing to lose if you're not wearing them as they are . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2064690 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 21:47:36 +0000 cindysmith 2064690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Girl, if they're comfortable, DYE THEM ALREADY<br /> LOL<br /> Seriously, they're a great looking boot, and if the color is the only "issue", then dying them is probably a bit less costly than new Frye boots, no? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2064554 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 14:13:29 +0000 Janet 2064554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Update: My cobbler wants $75 to dye them black. I think I may try a DIY.&nbsp;</p> <p>I also have a cute pair of suede oxfords (Anna Sui for Hush Puppy) that I've had for years, but they are black and a little too boring in black, so I'm thinking of dyeing them another color -- burgundy? Grey? I'll report back, someday, when I get around to it, LOL.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060879 Sat, 14 Sep 2019 23:44:18 +0000 Chris987 2060879@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Would suggest you make sure you have good access to the leather under the straps...to get an even look. Not sure how they are constructed but you might need to use a q-tip or similar to get the dye under the straps </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060874 Sat, 14 Sep 2019 23:07:50 +0000 The Cat 2060874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your idea of dying them deep charcoal / soft black. I think this colour will be great for these boots and make them very versatile. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060692 Sat, 14 Sep 2019 09:19:52 +0000 Kate 2060692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve dyed boots and shoes, and it’s pretty easy. Go for it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060670 Sat, 14 Sep 2019 04:30:06 +0000 karen13 2060670@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Please share the results - I find restyling items to be appealing on so many levels. Frugal, ecological and crafty. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060480 Fri, 13 Sep 2019 15:13:35 +0000 Janet 2060480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone! </p> <p>I like the idea of maybe going darker grey, like a deep charcoal that reads soft black, rather than trying to make them super dark black. With the distressed finish, I think that would keep them true to the original vibe. I’ll probably attempt a DIY — I think I can handle it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060302 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 23:27:52 +0000 Alicewonderland 2060302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Frye harness are classic and don’t go out of style. Maybe check with Frye about what polishes they have. I have a leather conditioner from them that turns my boots significantly darker, especially the rough distressed leather. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060299 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 23:19:11 +0000 Brooklyn 2060299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve done tall boots, a leather jacket and a handbag with Tarrago so I think that would work fine. It will probably take a few applications if you want to completely change the colour (to black). Something to think about - what if you just made a subtle change to the colour? Say, more grey or more brown/bronze? You might find that takes less work and gives a better result in terms of longevity. I think a patina effect would work well with this style of boot, so you wouldn’t have to worry about perfect coverage over every part of the boot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060286 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 21:58:27 +0000 Gigi 2060286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would probably vote for getting it done at the cobbler's. They know all the ins and outs of this stuff and can save you from making a mistake.&nbsp;</p> <p>To me, the design on the side is outside of trends, so I wouldn't worry about the boots ever looking dated. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060264 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 20:49:15 +0000 Carla 2060264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You can do a home dye job, but you might also have it done at the cobblers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060248 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 19:37:22 +0000 Style Fan 2060248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes!&nbsp; Fryes are the best.&nbsp; I am still wearing my Frye Harness Boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060244 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 19:23:17 +0000 Cardiff girl 2060244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Go for it!I m all for a home dye job and if it means you will get more wear out of them it’s worth it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060217 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 17:51:05 +0000 Jane 2060217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Absolutely dye! I’ve had good successes with dyeing shoes. They will look super I’m sure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060208 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 17:03:54 +0000 Anonymous 2060208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Frye boots are to dye for -- so yes (sorry for the pun). &nbsp;Those are classics! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060207 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 17:02:03 +0000 Anonymous 2060207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One thing that may be problematic, is the harness bit. When I tarragoed my snowboots, I had to unbuckle the buckle to get underneath it-and yours probably don't come off. I just used the shoe cream, and didn't do any summer shoes, so I don't guarantee the longevity. Will report back! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060203 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 16:38:09 +0000 Angie 2060203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes to dying them if they are comfortable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060202 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 16:34:21 +0000 Gail 2060202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes I vote to try to dye. I dyed a pair of booties several years ago and they came out fine. The key was to use some special primer and treat them first. I got mine from a shoe repair place when I went to ask for help. If the boots have a distressed look anyway it probably wouldn't have to be perfect. They are a classic Frye and if they're comfy ......</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dye-these#post-2060200 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 16:24:12 +0000 Janet 2060200@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I put these ancient Frye taupe boots in my donate/sell pile, but I’m rethinking that, since 1) slouchy tall boots are making a comeback, and 2) I’ve had the idea of dyeing them.</p> <p>(I think I misspoke and called these suede on Angie’s blog comments — they’re actually a rough distressed leather.)</p> <p>The taupe doesn’t really play well with my current wardrobe. But I’m thinking of dyeing them black and design if that makes them more wearable. I recall them being comfortable. And they could still come in handy for tucking skinny jeans in winter. </p> <p>Any tips for DIY dyeing something this big? Worth the effort? Do they look too dated? I don’t see this harness style around much anymore... What do you think? </p>