We stumbled across this handy set of Snakeskin buying tips in the latest Lucky Magazine. Needless to say, it has changed how buy and care for our lovely exotics.
- As far as aesthetics go, designer Anya Hindmarch says, "The size of the scales should match the size of the product." Since shoes don't have a lot of surface area, pick smaller-size scale patterns instead of the large ones for the prettiest graphic effect.
- "The type of tanning chemicals used makes a huge difference," says designer Devi Kroell: Chemical dyes can stiffen the skin; vegetable dyes will leave it more supple. And in general, the darker the dye, the harder it is on the snakeskin, so natural or light-hued skins will last the longest.
- Once you get them home, use clear furniture polish to gently moisturize your shoes at least once a month.
Photo courtesy of Downtowngal Shoes.
