PRODUCT CARE

THE SW SHOE & HANDBAG CARE GUIDE

Stuart Weitzman shoes and handbags are crafted to last and be loved. Discover everything you need to know about caring for your SW shoes and handbags, so you can keep them looking their best.


For any additional questions regarding care, please do not hesitate to contact your nearest boutique, SW Client Services at 877.793.4896 or service@stuartweitzman.com.

SHOE CARE INSTRUCTIONS

STUART WEITZMAN SHOES

LEATHERS

Stuart Weitzman shoes are meticulously crafted from the finest leathers and reflect our commitment to craftsmanship, quality and luxury. Our team of experts works closely with the best LWG-certified tanneries in Spain, Italy and Turkey to source each material.


Due to the nature of leather, there may be slight variations on each shoe, and natural markings and creasing may occur over time. We recommend keeping your leather shoes out of extreme weather conditions and away from humidity and heat. Clean gently as needed using a soft cloth, and for more extensive cleaning, please engage a professional leather cleaner.

Black action leather shoe material swatch

ACTION LEATHER

This leather is specially engineered for durability and most commonly used in our sneaker styles.

Black chiffon calf leather shoe material swatch

CHIFFON CALF LEATHER

This leather is specially treated for a smooth and supple finish.

Brown dress nappa leather shoe material swatch

DRESS NAPPA LEATHER

This supple, luxurious leather is designed to soften with wear.

Blue lacquered nappa leather shoe material swatch

LACQUERED NAPPA LEATHER

This luxurious leather is treated with a high-impact glossy finish.

Metallic colored lamé nappa leather shoe material swatch

LAMÉ NAPPA LEATHER

This leather features a metallic finish and is designed to soften with wear.

White liquid metallic leather shoe material swatch

LIQUID METALLIC LEATHER

This metallic leather is specially treated with a slick, glossy sheen.

Black patent leather shoe material swatch

PATENT LEATHER

This supple leather is treated for a sophisticated, glossy finish.

Beige and black printed boa leather shoe material swatch

PRINTED BOA LEATHER

This smooth leather is embossed with an exotic-inspired pattern to resemble snakeskin.

Red and black printed python leather shoe material swatch

PRINTED PYTHON LEATHER

This luxurious leather is distinguished by a bold python print.

Dark green printed iguana leather shoe material swatch

PRINTED IGUANA LEATHER

This smooth leather is embossed with an exotic-inspired pattern.

Blue printed soft croc leather shoe material swatch

PRINTED SOFT CROC LEATHER

This leather is embossed with a crocodile-inspired pattern.

Black smooth calf leather shoe material swatch

SMOOTH CALF LEATHER

This natural leather is defined by its smooth, soft and luxurious hand.

Gray stretch nappa leather shoe material swatch

STRETCH NAPPA LEATHER

This supple leather is infused with stretch and engineered to provide the perfect fit.

Black nappa leather shoe material swatch

NAPPA LEATHER

Leather that has gone through a unique tanning process to be softer and more pliable.

Black sport leather shoe material swatch

SPORT LEATHER

Leather is specially treated for durability and water-resistance.

Red woven leather shoe material swatch

WOVEN LEATHER

Handwoven by SW artisans, this leather is engineered to mold to the foot with wear and no two pieces are the same.

STUART WEITZMAN SHOES

SUEDES

Our shoes are crafted from the finest suedes to deliver style and comfort in every step. Our high-quality suedes are sourced from the best LWG-certified tanneries in Spain, Italy and Turkey.


Due to the nature of suede, these materials may absorb liquids more easily. As such, we recommend keeping your suede shoes out of extreme weather conditions and away from humidity and heat. Consider lightly spritzing them with a suitable suede protector before use. Clean gently as needed using the sponge provided in your shoe box or a soft cloth. Do not use a metal suede brush, which can cause damage to your shoes. For more extensive cleaning, please engage a professional suede cleaner.

Brown and black flicker suede shoe material swatch

FLICKER SUEDE

This suede material is engineered with a metallic foil overlay for an iridescent finish.

Mini cheetah suede shoe material swatch

MINI CHEETAH SUEDE

This suede material is distinguished by a bold cheetah-inspired print.

Light gray shimmer suede shoe material swatch

SHIMMER SUEDE

This suede material is treated for an easy, shimmery finish.

Brown sport suede shoe material swatch

SPORT SUEDE

Suede that is specially treated for durability and water-resistance.

Gray stretch suede shoe material swatch

STRETCH SUEDE

This suede material is infused with stretch and engineered to provide the perfect fit.

Black suede shoe material swatch

SUEDE

A soft, pliable leather that is treated for a napped, textured finish.

STUART WEITZMAN SHOES

SPECIAL MATERIALS

Our dedication to innovation shines through the luxurious materials specially developed to create our signature high-fashion, high-function designs. Due to the nature of these special materials which combine technology and craftsmanship, they may require special care: Avoid contact with coarse surfaces and materials. To clean, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe in the direction of the weave or brush gently to remove loose dirt. For more extensive cleaning, please engage a professional cleaner.

Natural beach raffia shoe material swatch

BEACH RAFFIA

This lightweight material is composed of raffia that is woven to create a uniform stitch-like pattern.

White canvas shoe material swatch

CANVAS

A lightweight woven cotton fabric.

Dark brown coated canvas shoe material swatch

COATED CANVAS

A durable woven cotton fabric with a water-repellent finish.

Blue denim shoe material swatch

DENIM

A sturdy cotton fabric that is dyed to give it its unique hue.

Light purple EVA shoe material swatch

EVA

This synthetic material is designed to be a lightweight, softer and glossier alternative to rubber and is used to craft the footbed and insole of water-repellent sandals.

White faux rabbit shoe material swatch

FAUX RABBIT

A lush, soft material with the same luxurious hand as genuine fur.

Natural fine raffia shoe material swatch

FINE RAFFIA

This lightweight material features natural raffia that is woven to create a diagonal pattern.

Red fine glitter shoe material swatch

FINE GLITTER

A lightweight material featuring an all-over glitter finish.

Lightweight metallic woven noir shoe material swatch

NOIR

This lightweight metallic woven fabric is a Stuart Weitzman signature.

Blue and silver lightweight metallic woven new noir handbag material swatch

NEW NOIR

A new take on our signature lightweight metallic woven fabric.

White patent canvas shoe material swatch

PATENT CANVAS

A durable woven cotton fabric with a luxurious, glossy finish.

Black poplin canvas shoe material swatch

POPLIN CANVAS

A crisp, medium weight cotton fabric that is designed to maintain its structure.

Red satin shoe material swatch

SATIN

A woven textile characterized by its smooth hand and lustrous look.

Shearling swatch

SHEARLING

A high-quality wool material that is processed to create a uniform, plush feel and look.

Black and white STRT WZMN logo woven fabric shoe material swatch

SW LOGO JACQUARD

This multicolored woven fabric is designed with our STRT WZMN abbreviated logo and finished with a braided binding.

Pink textured metallic leather handbag material swatch

TEXTURED METALLIC LEATHER

This leather features a metallic sheen and is treated to give it a textured finish.

STUART WEITZMAN SHOES

ORNAMENTATIONS

Stuart Weitzman shoes are designed to stand the test of time, and our statement-making embellished styles are no different. We recommend keeping your embellished shoes out of extreme weather conditions and away from humidity and heat. Clean gently as needed using a soft cloth, and for more extensive cleaning, please engage a professional cleaner. Additional embellishments may be included for some styles.

White pearl shoe embellishments swatch

PEARLS

A Stuart Weitzman signature, these timeless embellishments are meticulously applied by hand.

Crystal shoe embellishments swatch

CRYSTALS

These include crystal embellishments and crystal-adorned ornaments.

HANDBAG CARE INSTRUCTIONS

STUART WEITZMAN HANDBAGS

LEATHERS

Inspired by our luxurious red-carpet shoes, our handbag designs stay true to our commitment to melding craftsmanship and quality. SW leather handbags are meticulously constructed from specially sourced leather by our artisans in Italy and due to the nature of the materials, natural markings and creasing may occur over time. We recommend storing your leather handbag in its dust bag and in a cool, dry place when not in use. Keep out of extreme weather conditions and away from humidity and heat. Gently spot clean as needed using a soft cloth, and for more extensive cleaning, please engage a professional leather cleaner.

Pink textured metallic leather handbag material swatch

TEXTURED METALLIC LEATHER

This leather features a metallic sheen and is treated to give it a textured finish.

STUART WEITZMAN HANDBAGS

SPECIAL MATERIALS

Our dedication to artisanal detail comes through our handbags, which are meticulous crafted from a range of luxurious fabrications. These include innovative materials made in Italy as well as our signature materials featured in our most-wanted occasion shoes. Due to the nature of these special materials, we recommend storing your handbag its dust bag and in a cool, dry place when not in use. Keep out of extreme weather conditions, away from humidity and heat and avoid contact with coarse surfaces and materials. Gently spot clean as needed using a soft, dry cloth and for more extensive cleaning, please engage a professional cleaner.

Crystal mesh handbag material swatch

CRYSTAL MESH

This specially developed mesh material features intricate crystal embellishments.

Please keep out of reach of young children as small parts may be choking hazards. Handle, store and wear with care: Avoid pressure and contact with rough surfaces to prevent damage. Do not use if rhinestones are damaged as their sharp metal edges may cause injury. Please store replacement rhinestones carefully. For repairs, please engage a professional or contact Stuart Weitzman Client Services.

Blue and silver lightweight metallic woven new noir handbag material swatch

NEW NOIR

One of our signature materials, this lightweight woven metallic fabric is featured in some of our best-selling shoes.

Red satin shoe material swatch

SATIN

This woven material is defined by its smooth texture and elegant sheen.

STUART WEITZMAN HANDBAGS

ORNAMENTATIONS

Drawing upon on our history in red-carpet shoes, our handbags are similarly crafted with intricate, elegant details by our artisans in Italy. Due to the nature of these delicate adornments, please handle and wear your embellished handbag with care: we recommend storing it in its dust bag and in a cool, dry place when not in use. Keep out of extreme weather conditions and away from humidity and heat. Gently spot clean as needed using a soft cloth, and for more extensive cleaning, please engage a professional cleaner. Additional embellishments may be included for some styles.

Crystal buckle handbag ornamentation

CRYSTALS

Our designs feature crystal embellishments in a range of sizes and shapes, as well as crystal-embellished ornaments.

Natural ostrich and goose feather handbag ornamentation

FEATHERS

Ostrich and goose feathers are applied to satin to create texture and movement.

STORING YOUR SHOES & HANDBAGS

Every pair of Stuart Weitzman shoes and each Stuart Weitzman handbag comes with an SW dust bag. We recommend storing your SW shoes and handbags in their dust bag when not in use to keep them extra protected against scratches and wear.