Leather: Once completed, each of our hand-painted pairs is sealed with a protective varnish to ensure the paint is secure and to add durability and water resistance. Please keep them in a cool, dry place and we recommend using a shoe-tree or stuffing the toes so that they hold their original shape well.
You can find more information on caring for your shoes
here:https://dukeanddexter.com/pages/product-care-information
Suede:
The paintings will have been sealed with a specific varnish that protects them from any water spills, rain etc. There is no need to protect them yourself once you receive the shoes. Please keep them in a cool, dry place and we recommend using a shoe-tree or stuffing the toes so that they hold their original shape well.
For the suede upper, we recommend using a shoe protector spray once you receive them to give the added protection and provide a water-resistant barrier. Please always read the instructions of your chosen spray. We recommend using a dry shoe brush on the loafers to restore the nap of the suede, making sure they look good each time they are worn.