Product Care Guide

How to Care for your Dorchester Boots
To preserve the look and longevity of your Dorchester boots, we recommend the following care routine:

Protect Regularly
  • Before first wear, apply a high-quality leather protector to help guard against water, stains, and dirt.
  • Clean your boots regularly using a soft brush or damp cloth to remove dust, mud, and surface debris.
  • Condition the leather regularly with a suitable leather cream or balm to keep it nourished, supple, and prevent drying or cracking.
  • Buff the leather with a soft cloth after conditioning to restore the leather's natural finish.

Avoid Water and Prolonged Moisture

  • Your Dorchester boots are not waterproof boots and are therefore not designed to be submerged in water.
  • Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive moisture, mud, or harsh weather conditions wherever possible.
  • Allow to dry naturally, away from radiators or direct heat. Once dry, brush lightly to restore the texture.

Maintaining shape

  • When not in use we recommend that you place your boots flat in their box, with boot trees inserted.

Please note:

Leather is a natural material and may develop unique characteristics, markings, and colour variations over time. These features are part of the leather's natural beauty and individuality.


How to care for your Chilcombe Loafers
To preserve the look and longevity of your Chilcombe suede loafers, we recommend the following care routine:

Protect Regularly
  • Before first wear use a high-quality aerosol suede protector (as opposed to a lever spray) for a finer, more even application. 
  • Reapply regularly.
  • Cover Chalbury hardware with a finger or thumb on application.
Avoid Water
  • Suede is delicate by nature. Avoid wearing your loafers in heavy rain or wet conditions.
Brush Regularly
  • Use a soft suede brush to remove dust and maintain the natural texture of the suede.
Water Marks
  • Blot spills immediately and gently with a clean, dry cloth - never rub.
  • Allow to dry naturally, away from radiators or direct heat. Once dry, brush lightly to restore the texture.
Dirt, Mud or Tough Stains
  • Allow mud to dry completely. Once dry remove gently using a suede brush.
  • Use a suede eraser designed specifically for suede. If stain persists consult a specialist.

Please note:

Suede is a natural material and may develop unique characteristics, markings, and colour variations over time. These features are part of the suede's natural beauty and individuality.