How long does it take you to clean and prep your boots?
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Lilith — 3 weeks ago(March 08, 2026 05:39 PM)
That makes sense. If it's supple, it's softer and more pliable, easier to drape.
I finished buffing the mink oil into my boots this morning, so by tonight, enough time will pass so that I can wax them and buff them. They're already looking refreshed.
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Lilith — 3 weeks ago(March 10, 2026 11:11 AM)
I just finished the first pair last night, let the wax dry/sink in, and re-laced them. With all the brushing and buffing, that's a lot of work. I've got two more pair of boots to do. How often did you have to do this in Basic? Or if you do it now, how often do you do it? They look gorgeous, deep black and super shiny. Time-consuming, but meditative in a way.
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Cheeky — 3 weeks ago(March 08, 2026 06:23 AM)
Groovy!
Edit- I didn't mean to post yet, I tried to find a pic but there isn't one
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Lilith — 3 weeks ago(March 08, 2026 02:50 AM)
These are the first pair of boots that I have really fallen in love with, and that I know (hope?!) will really last. They are absolutely incredible boots and wonderfully comfortable. I've never gone through all of these steps with my other boots, but I really want to take care of these.
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soapbox original gangster — 3 weeks ago(March 08, 2026 04:15 AM)
As a civilian I don't own any boots. I do try and break in New running shoes to prevent or minimize blisters
in military back in dark ages, boots got issued with little to no concern for fot, comfort.bottom line was deal with the cracked and bleeding skin. maggot -
Panther — 3 weeks ago(March 08, 2026 02:18 PM)
I have different styles of boots ranging from faux fur lined, knee-high boots to faux leather combat boots. All are black. I just dust them off lol. I know it isn't a proper cleaning, but I find it's usually all they need.
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Lilith — 3 weeks ago(March 08, 2026 03:35 PM)
All black
boots? Atta girl! Best colour there is!
I love knee-high boots! I wish I had more occasions to wear them. What do you wear them with? Got any pics?
Most of my boots have been tactical boots (or "combat" boots).
I think that given your attention to detail, you take care of them enough on a
regular
basis that you're
keeping
them in shape. With my current boots, I've sort of put all of my other boots to the side and wear just these boots 90% of the time, so they're exposed to everything, which lately has included salt, snow, mud, puddles, ice, etc. Too many factors set to damage the materials.
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Panther — 3 weeks ago(March 08, 2026 04:15 PM)
I recently refreshed my wardrobe. I've been dressing more black and "spookier" lol. I enjoy buying these things and I've been inspired by retro 50's Gothabilly and 60's with a modern twist lol.
This dress I wore recently with black tights and the combat boots. It looked really cute! Sorry these images are big.
Also this skirt:
These are the boots. I originally got a size a little too small, but ordered in a 1/2 size bigger so hoping they still work out:
Bought these shoes too which I love, but damn gave me a horrible blister on my pinky toe
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Lilith — 3 weeks ago(March 08, 2026 04:22 PM)
I'm in love
with this style! It's right up my alley, as you know. Those are simply gorgeous pieces of clothing. Love the footwear too! You've got a great taste in fashion.
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