So I have accumulated a pretty good collection of sneakers in the last decade, and while I wear some more than others, keeping your kicks clean can be a challenge no matter what color they are.  Which is why, while I really like the way they look, I very rarely buy a pair of mainly, or all, white sneakers.  Well, until about two weeks ago I don't think I had ANY all white sneakers, but the price dropped on a pair I'd been thinking about getting for a while, so I snagged them and I have every intention of wearing them daily, so they will get dirty and I'm ok with that.

Now, As you adjust your wardrobe to coincide with the warmer temps and brighter days, know that most fashion-guru types (which I am not) will tell you that you need at least one pair of white sneakers in your "rotation" for the Summer months, but how do you keep those shiny new white kicks (not to mention that pair you love that you've had for a year or two or three) from getting dirty the first time out of the house without losing your mind?  Some people pre-treat their shoes with a protectant, and while it will usually make them easier to keep clean should you get a scuff or smudge on them, it really does no good for older shoes that may not have been treated when you got 'em.  That's where stuff like this comes in handy.

InStyle.com posted this great write up with some tips (and a link to a video by Reebok) on how to make those dirty old white sneaks look nearly new again.  Of course it can't replace leather or patch holes, but if you want to clean those bad boys up for Summer, this is the link you may need.  Keep in mind that with any piece of clothing or footwear you should read the care instructions and spot-test before applying any type of cleaner or chemical the first time.  

Hope this helps you keep those white kicks looking fresh and in your "rotation" for years to come.

CLICK HERE for the Article: Courtesy InStyle.com 

CLICK HERE for the VIDEO: Courtesy Reebok/Youtube