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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:30:39 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php citygirldc on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735857 Mon, 01 Oct 2012 14:05:26 +0000 citygirldc 735857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I only wear suede on non rainy /snowy days. Deborah on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735774 Mon, 01 Oct 2012 10:58:34 +0000 Deborah 735774@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love suede and have a few pairs of suede shoes. I use the usual waterproof protectors but really I just don't wear them on a really rainy day. Keix on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735451 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 22:32:56 +0000 Keix 735451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I also live in the Northeast and I worry constantly about my suede shoes. Especially in spring and fall, it's not uncommon for the weather to alternate between sunshine and downpour. Makrame on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735396 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 21:00:52 +0000 Makrame 735396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Makes sense. I should probably stay away from suede since we also have snow from October until April. Thistle on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735358 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 19:59:08 +0000 Thistle 735358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I live in Wisconsin, so I avoid suede. The salt eats them, and with snow a real possibility from late October into early May, I make do without. I would go to a cobbler or high end shoe retailer and see what they recommend. Diana on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735319 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 18:49:32 +0000 Diana 735319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I use the kiwi spray, which protects them from splashes and stuff, but I try to avoid wearing suede shoes if it's actively raining. Some brands like la canadienne actually make waterproof suede boots that are supposedly rainproof but I've never tried them out. Makrame on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735303 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:53:59 +0000 Makrame 735303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, I completely forgot about salt - that's the nemesis of my leather boots! I read a couple of years ago that a gentle solution of vinegar helps take the salt stains out of leather, and also started using a weather protectant for the boots so at least some of the time my winter boots look OK. I seem to have the knack for leaving the house in sunny weather and returning in a downpour so I don't think I will be able to avoid that. I guess that is the difference between Seattle and Northeast. Something to ponder... I will be lucky if I finally remember to leave a rainjacket in the car. Jenava on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735298 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:46:46 +0000 Jenava 735298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I use whatever suede protectant is convenient and have never had a problem with spotting. I follow the directions, which usually means spraying, drying and re-spraying. And repeating every year to 6 mos. I prefer suede footwear because it typically doesn't cut into or pinch my feet and tends to mold to my foot and be the most comfortable. I think what you have to avoid is salt. So, in the winter, if they salt the roads you'd probably want them to stay at home. That's never been an issue for me because I'm usually in my Wellies by then, anyway! I also don't wear them if it's pouring, but that honestly is only a few days per winter, usually, in Seattle. We're more of a slow drizzle to soft mist kinda town. BethL on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735290 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:40:24 +0000 BethL 735290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've used the Kiwi Boot and Shoe protector for years. It works very well if you follow the directions. You have to use it once, let the shoes dry, then spray them again, and then again after you've worn them in out in wet weather. If you use this stuff, though, use it outside, it smells awful, and since it's made by SC Johnson, it's probably highly toxic. I don't really like using it for that reason, but, as I said, it does work. I have a pair of gray suede booties that were an Angie pick about a year ago, and it has kept them looking like new. It seems to repel dirt, too. Like Cindy, I don't wear my suede shoes if it's pouring. sinead on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735287 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:35:45 +0000 sinead 735287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm in Seattle and rely on the weatherproofing spray sold in the Nordstrom shoe dept- Synovia. They may sell something different now, this is from a couple of years ago. The guy told me to spray it really well, all over, wait 24 hours and respray. Do this in a really well ventilated area- it fumier than spray paint! The shoe will be slightly darker, but it never bothered me. Seems to work, although I still don't wear suede shoes when it's pouring down. CK on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735279 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:16:35 +0000 CK 735279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I do weatherproof with Penguin products, usually. You have to read labels - not all the weatherproofing products are meant for suede. But I don't wear suede if there's really a downpour. Misty or drizzly weather I will wear them. And the more expensive the boots, the more careful I am with them, of course. Makrame on "How do you wear suede boots in rainy weather?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-do-you-wear-suede-boots-in-rainy-weather#post-735274 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:12:34 +0000 Makrame 735274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am eyeing Sam Edelman Petty booties in the YLF store (I like the low heel) but the black color is only available in suede. I usually stay away from suede and find a leather alternative/approximation of the style. Since many here live in rainy places (Seattle etc.), how do you deal with wearing suede when it rains? Weatherproofing? If so, which products?