Care Guide

Product Care Guide — Asttars

To ensure your Asttars footwear and apparel maintain their premium look, shape, and comfort for years to come, we recommend following these standard care instructions.

👞 Footwear Care (Chelsea Boots, Loafers & Sneakers)

Smooth Leather (Boots & Loafers)

Cleaning: Wipe away dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth after each use. For tougher stains, use a slightly damp cloth and let them air dry naturally.
Conditioning: Apply a high-quality leather conditioner every few months to keep the leather soft and prevent cracking.
Polishing: Use a matching or neutral shoe cream/polish to restore color and shine.

Suede & Nubuck (Boots & Loafers)

Cleaning: Never use water. Use a dedicated suede brush to gently brush away dry dirt and restore the nap (texture) of the leather. Brush in one direction.
Protection: Treat your suede footwear with a specialized water and stain repellent spray before your first wear, and reapply periodically.

Sneakers

Cleaning: Spot clean using a soft-bristle brush (or an old toothbrush), warm water, and a mild cleaning solution. Gently scrub the uppers and the soles.
Drying: Always air dry your sneakers at room temperature. Never put them in a washing machine or dryer, as the heat and submersion can destroy the adhesives and shape.

General Footwear Tips

Resting: Avoid wearing the same pair of shoes two days in a row. Letting them rest allows trapped moisture (sweat) to evaporate, extending the life of the materials.
Storage: Store your shoes in their original box or a breathable dust bag. Use wooden shoe trees to help them maintain their shape and absorb internal moisture. Keep them away from direct, harsh sunlight.

👕 Apparel Care (Shirts)

Washing: Machine wash cold (30°C or below) on a gentle cycle with similar colors. Washing in cold water preserves the fabric's integrity and prevents shrinking.
Detergent: Use a mild liquid detergent. Avoid bleach or harsh chemicals that can break down the fibers and fade the colors.
Drying: Line dry in the shade whenever possible. If you must use a dryer, tumble dry on the lowest heat setting and remove promptly to minimize wrinkling.
Ironing: Iron on a medium setting while the shirt is slightly damp, or use a garment steamer.

👖 Denim Care (Jeans)

Wash Less Often: Denim is a durable fabric that doesn't need to be washed after every wear. Spot clean minor stains with a damp cloth to preserve the color and fit.
Washing: When it's time to wash, always turn your jeans inside out. Wash in cold water on a gentle cycle with like colors to minimize indigo dye bleeding and fading.
Drying: Never put your jeans in the dryer. The heat will shrink the denim and ruin the elastane (stretch) fibers. Hang them out to air dry naturally, out of direct sunlight.
Storage: Fold your jeans or hang them by the belt loops to maintain their shape.