13 Easy Style Hacks you'll use more than you think!
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- Опубліковано 20 лип 2024
- In this new episode of Sartorial Talks, Sonya shares 13 hacks you can use in case of wardrobe emergency. Based on real life experience.
00:54 : How to iron a shirt without an iron
2:06 : How to replace a missing button, with no time to sew
3:26 : What to do when there's a stain on your shirt
4:52 : How to go casual in a few easy steps
6:29 : How to easily fix a hem that came loose
7:45 : How to deal with a suit that is pilling
8:56 : How to tie your shoes so they don't come untied.
10:12 : A fast way to care for your leather goods
11:30 : What to do when your shoes are slightly too small
12:40 : How to deal with blisters on your feet
13:45 : How to deal with a tie that's unevenly tied
14:15 : How to deal with dirty finger nails
15:40 : What to do when your trousers are too large - Навчання та стиль
On shoe stretching: very affordable and very versatile, simple to use devices to do so on your own can be found on Amazon. Mine were 27$, worth every penny and they are there when needed. One related mix of two of your hacks: when stretching shoes like that effect is even better and easier on the shoe structure if you first apply either human skin moisturizer or leather lotion designed for upkeep of leather products, which you should have anyway and those are also ver affordable and have many uses.
Such a pertinent point about adding moisturizer before stretching shoes. Very much appreciated ! ~Sonya
That is helpful, thanks
@@thabangramohohlelo6691 Perhaps Cobblers do this already, but very useful to note the importance of using moisturizer first, if you are using a device at home to stretch the shoes. ~S
These casual, podcast style videos are so good. Sonya and Hugo are well spoken by nature and it is a joy to listen to them.
Hi Krunoslav, Nice to hear from you again and thanks for supporting. ~Sonya
Great video Sonya - love how you explain these with stories :) Great video and always great to see you!
Hi Antonio, Always a pleasure to hear from you. Thanks so much and Cheers until we all meet again in Paris! ~Sonya & Hugo
Hugo and Sonya put out the best content on UA-cam hands down
It's our hope to try to raise the bar---I'm sure we can do more but your remarks are so encouraging. Thank you, ~Sonya
Awesome! You hit at least 3 items that I struggle with! Outstanding
The washcloth trick really saved the day for me today :)
Great ! Thanks for letting us know. Cheers, ~Sonya
Hugo's one and only hack. After taking your shoes off. It's absolutely, critical! To put Woods into your shoe's within 30 minutes, if not immediately. It's non negotiable.
Awesome video as always Sonya. Cheers! from Ohio.
True words ! ~S
One I just remembered for tight shoes: If you're travelling and they're pinching just a little, if you have a shoe tree that you take with you, put either a thick pair of socks on it, or maybe two or three thin pairs depending on how thick they are, then just use the shoe tree as normal. It's a bit hit and miss, you have to gauge how much thickness you need, and if you have some shoe cream to soften the leather, etc, then that would no doubt help too, but if you're just trying to break them in quickly to stop a blister, it's an option.
Very clever to add socks to the shoe trees. I haven't thought of it before. Cheers ! ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS I should probably caveat it a little with the thought that 'stretching always carries a risk of breaking' but if done gently and with caution, it can certainly help :) All the best to you & Hugo, enjoy your day!
@@MrIanfurniss I've learned from the comments here, that adding a moisturizer to the shoe is important before stretching.
Coming from Sartorial Talks, these are the only style hacks that I trust and actually sound like they work. As a gardener I'm definitely gonna have to try that one! Thank you, Sonya!
Great to see, thanks DL & I hope I remember you for future gardening tips---especially for weed control :'0. Cheers ! ~Sonya
Fancy seeing you here! Love your stuff man
@@thingamajig1919 He is original !
As always waiting patiently for one of your wonderful videos, and you never disappoint. And of course, absolutely love your outfit. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. 👍
Great life hacks I really can use. I’m of to Florence tomorrow so who knows I can use some.
I was thinking Hugo was acting as the "magic box" during the whole video :D
That coat-shirt-tie mix is just right!
Thank you for that, Henry. ~Sonya
Another trick for shoe laces, instead of doing the double forward knot, you can do it towards you, backwards, not only can you leave a single knot but it also lays the laces across the shoe. When doing the forward knot the laces tend to turn at an angle as you walk. The reverse knot/loop also keeps laces secure.
who can possibly dislike this? knowledge is power!
Thank you, Vittorio ! ~Sonya
What an absolutely delightful video. Thank you!
Hey, I'm glad you commented, thank you. ~Sonya
Brilliant video. Possibly the most practical one you have made. Great job Sonya.
I'm wondering now if we are usually practical or not---thank you for your remarks & Cheers! ~Sonya
I didn't mean that the channel was not practical, but I meant that this video was extremely useful and great for solving these problems!! I didn't mean to question the usefulness of the channel.
@@muahharhahaha Understood haha and glad to know. I value your comments, so please continue. Happy Autumn, ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS happy Autumn and soon to be thanksgiving to you too.
I cannot wait for this absolutely dreadful year to end and for better times to come. 😁
Perfect and useful video, Sonya. Many thanks from Amsterdam and keep up the excellent work!
Love the videos, I'm learning with every one of them.
Hi Sander, We use to live in Amsterdam for two years and miss it at times. I appreciate your remarks very much. Cheers, ~Sonya
Hi from Wales. Thanks for these tips. Very helpful.
Nice to read, and thanks for commenting. Cheers, ~Sonya
I've used the razor for pilling and the extra loop for shoelaces. They work!
The feedback is helpful---glad to receive. Cheers ! ~Sonya
Style hack #1 is something I've had to deal with more than enough times. Thanks for that quick solution.
The jacket looks amazing on you
Very glad it helps Maurice---and thank you so much ! ~Sonya
Bravo!!!
This is what we’ve been waiting for…
Based on the amount of comments in such a short period of time, it’s clear of what your public wants... more Sonia.
Cheers and Warmest regards,
Johnny Ortiz
West Palm Beach, Florida
Hi Johnny, I was raised in your border state of Georgia. Happy you're here and thanks for the uplifting words. Greetings from Bourgogne! ~Sonya
i find terry looped wool socks are the best cure for reoccurring blisters
Nice tip to know, thanks a lot ! ~Sonya
Love these tips! Please make video serious discussing your suits and shoes. It’s hard to find videos on means wear inspired clothes/shoes.
I have to pull this one together as the question keeps being asked. Thanks for watching and for the reminder & cheers ! ~Sonya
Merino wool is so warm and soft and is increasingly popular, particularly due to the trend towards smart casual, and it also goes well with a jacket. I’d appreciate tips on how long you can wear it between washes and how best to care for it.
Ah very practical hacks Sonia! Have tried the duct tape hack with hems. It works! So I take duct tape whenever I travel. BUT put em in checked luggage because some airlines ban them from carry on.
I love those tips ! I also use the Saphir cream from the advice of my cobbler and indeed it's a magical product
Good to know that you are seeing the same great results. Hugo introduced me to this solution---he is a diehard fan of the stuff. Cheers! ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS As long as something is french (and well made of course) Hugo become a diehard fan ahaha. He is one of our national pride !
I really enjoyed your hacks, but i loved your body language and your elegant outfit as usual, Thanks dear, love to you and Hugo from Cairo.
You are true kindness, Nadar and we continue to appreciate your support. Cheers,
~Sonya and Hugo
I don't want to say how long I have been waiting for one of your videos or podcasts. Stuck in Quarantine currently, so need something to look foward too
Not taking that for granted and so good to read. Cheers! ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS can I ask where would be best to find clip on suspenders? I know you have mentioned this before but I cannot find the video.
@@alexxfreedom Of course, you can't go wrong with the Albert Thurston brand. A.Thurston has suspenders with attachments that allow you to transform your suspenders into clip-on or button-on---it takes less than a minute to change the attachments depending on whether your trouser have suspenders/braces buttons or do not. You can find the on Instagram @albertthurstonbraces. Cheers! ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS thank you Sonya
Oh, the shoe stretch sounds great. I have a pair of JM Weston from Paris which turned out a bit tight. Im gonna find a cobbler.
Thanks for the tip
These hacks were great, wonderful even.
These affirmations are really appreciated, thanks! ~Sonya
Wow I'm only a third through the video and I'm already blown away haha I've never heard any of these tips before, and they do seem really helpful. Excellent work, Sonya!
Hi, this is affirming to read -- thanks for commenting. Cheers ! ~Sonya
This is Gold.
These hacks are so damn good, very smart. Thank you so much and keep killing it.
the double loop is the best trick i learnt from alpha m and it keeps the lace horizontal too.
So far the best channel to know & learn about.thank you
These are really helpful tips. Thanks Sonya!
Hey thanks a lot and cheers ! ~Sonya
Such a beautiful tie Sonia. Also the way you tie it 8s so beautiful, please do a video on how to tie ties.
Great episode! Very helpful. Also great bread basket.
If your laces are too short and don't have any longer ones handy, just straight bar your shoes. Doing this lengthens the lace length on each side before you make the knot!
On oxfords it's the only way to lace them, and derbys/bluchers it could look better depending on opinion (the latter should be criss crossed because they aren't classic sneakers/athletic trainers). But in fact with the straight bar there's even more flex possible while retaining the tight fit associated with criss cross lacing.
Of course, if your laces are too long and don't have shorter ones around, criss cross lace them. It shortens the length if you already had using straight bar lacing. (I still would only recommend straight barring oxfords if you can help it).
Thank you very much Sonya!
Hello and thanks agan for watching, SBL. ~S
Just watched this again and noticed “ “Hugo can say it with a French flavor”
Love it amazing way to say it. Love how elegant u r Sonya. Just learned some new today :) thx
Your encouragement is really appreciated and thanks again for watching (or for watching again:) ! ~S
Great vídeo Sonya. Congratulations from Portugal.
Thank you and greetings from Bourgogne ! ~Sonya
great video ...talks. love it!
Thank YOU ! ~Sonya
Interesting hacks. Wear suits and such long enough, you sort of learn them through time. I think the razor is quite brilliant. I actually have great luck with the hot shower hack. But the wet towel is much better due to the amount of water used.
For the last year, I'm discovering how amazing leather conditioner is... The wonder medicine for leather. Years ago, I would apply polish. Never conditioner. Now, I probably use conditioner 10x more often than shoe polish. As long as you keep the shoes clean and no serious scratches. Keeps the color intact. It truly makes me feel sad when I see people on the subway with dried out leather goods...
I’m going to have a cobbler stretch my Saint Crispins a little. They are like a really good bespoke fit, and I want a little more room for just a little more comfortable. I’m going to take them to my cobbler this week, thank you,
It's a good move, Michael, especially given the gorgeous aesthetics of the Saint Crispin shoes. In fact, Hugo had the same problem with with his SCs (on the top of his feet). He ended up suffering through breaking them in but in hindsight, stretching them would have been so much less painful. You're welcome and glad you're here ! ~Sonya
Wow, thank you so much, for these tips, actually had some wool garmets that needed peeling off .
Great -- it is a fresh feeling to do so, ha ! ~Sonya
Berluti knot. I use it when I can (it requires longer laces) and the laces stay tied for the whole day, even when I go for a hike and walk 20+ km. And it looks better too.
Great informative video! And your suit is magnificent! 👌🏾👌🏾
Heyy from Instagram---nice to see you here and thank you so much. Hope you and your wife are doing well. Cheers ! ~Sonya
Nice hacks! My go to blister solution is Compeed, it holds very long, perfect for a trip. For the pilling I prefer a pocket size pilling removal machine because the razor might get too deep, and if you're not careful it can damage the fabric.
Nice suggestions on both counts. Thank you and I am noting "Compeed". ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS I recommend Compeed too - much more discreet and durable protection (though more expensive) than BandAid. The Compeed plasters are also designed to work if you have already developed a blister, protecting the foot until it has healed.
wonderful video.
As always definitely a very helpful and informative video here’s a style hack I find useful when I travel in the case of my necktie getting wrinkles I roll it up and after a few hours the wrinkles are gone also I enjoyed your video on style icons and agree those gentlemen are all A list stylish gents for me another actor I always appreciated was Adolphe Menjou an impeccable dresser
I just received the Saphir creme and applied it on two rather worn pairs of gloves. Thank you very much for the tip.
Thanks for getting back to us ! ~Sonya
How to get that some hacks save you from your style disaster... Beauty, style and lovely voice!
Hey thank you & I should have thought of the title "Style Disaster Hacks"--so good! ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS ;-)
Thank you for the tips, very useful.
great segment today!
Much appreciated ! ~Sonya
Thank you Sonya! Hugo certainly likes hack number 1 :)
You know Hugo to some degree, because I have used this hack on him in Italy where many hotels prohibit irons in rooms because of fire concerns. Good call ! ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS It was certainly one of the best moments for him in Italy experience hack one haha.
Hi Sonya that was a good tip take care stay safe
Thank you Khoder---hope you'll give a few a try! ~Sonya
I’ve also used two sided tape to tape the collars to the shirt to prevent it from spreading out too wide when going tie less.
Nice one to prevent the fly-away collar---I'm gonna try it out. Thanks ! ~Sonya
Love your jacket’s lapels!
Hi Bruno, this one is from Sartoria Ripense in Rome. Thanks! ~Sonya
Thank you.
A true quick hack for stretching leather shoes is to put the tight shoes on your feet, heat up the leather with a blow dryer, and let them cool while still wearing them. Works great and done in minutes.
I've never heard this one before--thank you ! ~Sonya
My perfect blister remedy even if you have a popped blister and red raw skin is to cover the wound with a regular plaster / band-aid THEN cover the plaster with duct tape (ideally the silver version. No more pain even if the blister is red raw!
Ah, I will remember to try this formula out. Thank you ! ~Sonya
Congratulations on 100k subscribers!!!
Thank you so much ! ~Sonya & Hugo
Sonja great hacks! To expand on the trousers too large hack, What is the best way to handle weight loss or gain for bespoke suits if not close to the producer? Perhaps a full video on alterations/tailoring would be appreciated by the viewers? Cheers, Dan
another way to solve the missing button problem (however this only works in a rather specific case) is to remove the first buttton of your barrel cuff if you always use the second one for a tighter fit around the wrist, as the first one for the broader fit is not used and covered up anyway and sew it on where the button is missing. (however this also requires being able to sew on a button)
That was a very interesting video presentation. Thank you so much. 😊
If you are on a budget, you can be sartorial savvy by going long. Buy the longest trousers you can, drop the hem and bring back up to your desired length by creating a cuff/turn up. From the mundane to the marvelous. Pair with braces for a vintage look with contemporary design.
I can envision the aesthetic for sure ! Thanks for the advice; I can see how it could work. Cheers ! ~Sonya
Coupled with suspenders, gosh it'd be terrific! I've done this but not with suspenders.
Hugo please do a video on what is your favourite outfit combinations
Great!
Thanks ! ~S
This tie knot is just so perfect. What is it Sonya?
It's likely the Berluti Knot. I learned it from Kirby Allison but since then I haven't been dressing smart/sartorial, thus having forgotten it. I will use this for my sneakers. Otherwise my own "hack" and alternating knot creates a 100% neat knot anyway.
I'd like to add to the razor trick: Please, please *Triple* check how you hold the razor, especially when you are using razors that are not your own. Nobody wants to lose their stuff to the small trimming blades on the back of some razors.
And clear nailpolish (or superglue) will also work wonders when the stitches that hold buttons decide they want to roam free.
Yes--point taken and I am going to try your button-fraying hack, to help stop those buttons from coming off in the first place. Thanks, Sonya
Good tips
Hey, thanks Bruce and a big cheers ! ~Sonya
This is the most informative and comprehensive video I’ve seen on Style Hacks. The overwhelming majority of these hacks are new to me. All are extremely helpful, yet a couple really stand out. For example, wiping my shirt with a wet cloth to remove wrinkles is simply brilliant. Another example is the use of duck tape to deal with a pant hem which needs immediate attention. In furtherance of your style hack with regard to stretching a pair of shoes is that these shoe stretching devices are available to purchase in the U.S. for $40 to $50. As you suggest they work wonderfully. Sonya, I’m wondering if I may ask you a question regarding your wardrobe. First, I greatly admire your choice in clothing which from what I’ve seen includes that which is traditionally worn by men including dress shirts, vests, suits, etc. I absolutely love the look and wish that more women would dress accordingly. My question is whether you can comment on how, when and why you developed your sartorial journey in wearing more traditional men’s wear? Hopefully, you are not bothered by the question. Thanks for your consideration...Ed
Thanks for this great comment, Ed---I will respond very soon ~S
Hey Ed, I am interested int acquiring this shoe stretching device, in case you can share a link. As for my history, I began writing for Parisian Gentleman in 2012 and became hooked on the idea of wearing artisanal clothing. After some research, I realized that women have been wearing tailored clothes (i.e., jackets, trouser and even ties) since the 1800s. It seemed a shame to write about the subject without experiencing it----and when I experienced well made suits, I never looked back. Thanks for the question and for being here. Cheers ! ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS Hi Sonya, thanks so much for getting back to me. I purchased my shoe stretcher from Woodlore, which is a subsidiary of U. S. Shoemaker, Allen Edmonds. You can find the shoe stretcher at: www.woodlore.com. I’m sorry that it’s not coming through as a hyperlink, however if you type that address in your browser it will take you directly to Woodlore. I just checked Woodlore’s website and the shoe stretcher is available for $24.95 in U.S. Dollars. I hope this helps...Ed P.S. if you can wait a few weeks, Woodlore usually has a big sale the day after our Thanksgiving Day which is Thursday November 26.
@@edf2953 Thanks--I'm going to try it out and I'm sure quite a few others will appreciate the info if they check in here. ~Sonya
Stretching for 48 hours also works for flat caps, you can gain half a size that way.
If you are breaking in new shoes/boots, you can use plasters/blister cover type things.
But again you can also use duct tape as a pre-emptive measure (it will reduce the friction between your skin and the sock or shoe), this is my go-to for new footwear.
Great idea & another use for duct tape (to prevent blisters on the back of foot above the heel?)---when you don't have those pricy gel Band-aids. Great to know and I hope we end up getting more hack tips here. Thanks, ~Sonya
I have used it for the heel, but also the toe box if I have thicker / unlined boots.
@@blobofjam Noted, thanks so much! ~S
Those muted colors are so beautiful on you.
Just in from the Financial Times "The way we wore: 2020 in clothes" article
by Carola Long and Lauren Indvik.....
"Suit sales were already declining prior to the pandemic, and this year - with few feeling the need to don a jacket or knot a tie for Zoom meetings - the category took an even greater hit. Sales of men’s suits declined 45 per cent in the UK and 24 per cent in the US between 2019 and 2020, according to Euromonitor International..."
A trick I learned from my grandfather was to tuck the thin part of the tie in my shirt if it was to long. Simply between the buttons.
These one is almost a style element which can really work if the right type of person carries it off. Cheers, ~Sonya
White diamond skincare I use too in addition to skin lotion in basic hygiene maintenance
Good morning Sonya..great information as always...your shirt ..does it have a contrasting white collar...if so i love it..huge fan of shirts with contrasting collars....peace ✌..enjoy the day..
Regarding shoe lace knots, I recommend the berlutti knot as it ends up symmetrical.
A lot of people here are fans of the Berluti knot---we'll give it a go. Thanks, ~Sonya
It appears Sonya made this knot in the above video.
Luckely the video is a bit shorter today...as I have a book to unpack. ;)
so happy that my copy of Shoes came in today.
That's great news---we're really happy about the release as well. Hope you enjoy ! ~Sonya & Hugo
Interesting approach to turn a problem into a style feature. If you do it right. 😉
I have an additional hack to deal with foot blisters. You could wear a thin nylon sock under a thicker wool sock on each foot. This will reduce the friction between the insole of the shoe and the sole of your foot. It also has the added benefit that it will wick away the moisture produced by your feet. Hikers have been using this trick and I use it every time I go out. Haven't had chafing on my soles in ages.
I had no idea about the nylon sock under the sock but am completely game to try it now. Thanks for that! ~Sonya
No wonder nylon socks have been always sold for men.
Dear Sonya and Hugo. Thank you for the great video again. I have a request. The two of you have travaled a lot and I wondered if you would do a video on travelling tips. Like the thought of taking a costly bespoke suit on a plane almost gives me a heart attack. What do you take with you what do you not take with you? Travelling with a plane, train, car, etc. What do you do when you arrive? On the other side you could also talk about nice places to visit in France, Italy, etc. that are not tourist traps. Would you consider the idea?
Hi Bailey, A wardrobe-care travel show is long overdue--I'm glad you sent the reminder. And I suppose we could speak of & show little-known vineyards and their quaint villages in France. Thanks for the suggestion. ~Sonya
Can also use Vaseline (or chapstick) to touch up leather in a jiffy
Nice and useful video..sweet lady.
Thanks a lot.
Hi Sonya, I wonder if you are going to do a episode for women suit. I think that will be interesting.
Yes, when our European production team is allowed to travel again, hopefully by February ! ~S
My little boy is 8 and his shoes STAY untied! I just showed him your hack. Thank you!
We all need a pocket Sonya! 😁
I'm quite tall, hahaa. Cheers to you, ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS ❤️
Spray some water and hang it to dry over on the curtin rail during the summer or over the radiator for stains water on a cloth vinegar or even after shave all depends on the stain I use duck tape to pick the fulf of jumpers jackets I use vasalin with olive oil on all leather I melt some candle with vasalin and wipe rain coats and jackets to keep them water proof on dark colours
Thanks for your feedback. Very creative waterproofing---we have Australian ovecoats and some sort of wax is used to waterproof them--quite effectively. Cheers, ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS Ooh! are those overcoats Drizabones, RM Williams or another brand? In Australia we have a product called Dubbin and some people use that to maintain the coat. Its also handy for other situations. Its very tacky and solid and good for horse tack. RM have a neat little leather care range. My current favourite is made by Howards for leather maintenance (which is not really relevant to a drizabone but Ive yet to experiment with Sapphir - Ive not yet come a long it in my travels).
I've been thoroughly enjoying your videos and I especially love this one getting to brass tacks so to speak.
Love you and Hugo.love the blogs xden
Always a pleasure to see a new video from you. As a young, starting sartorial enthusiast tips like these are very useful!
Glad to know---I have flashbacks of all these problems when I look at the show, ha. Thanks for your remarks. ~Sonya
Excellent ! 👏👏 here’s another tip : to prevent your knee high socks to be damages in the washing machine, think about using a little bag made for the delicate ladie’s underwear 😁
Hi Jean, In fact we do have a mesh bag from Mes Chausettes Rouges for washing our socks. Good reminder ! ~Sonya
I have used Saphir cream on shoes but I find it leaves a dry look. I add polish afterwards but maybe I am leaving it on too long, I usually do both shoes then go back and wipe off the first shoe then the second.
I use leather conditioner mink oil myself
Hugo, greetings from Bulgaria. I am a client of Dimitar Dimitrov and his bespoke studio in Sofia
Hello and welcome! Greetings from Bourgogne. ~Sonya & Hugo
Rubbing alcohol and dish soap combined with a vigorous wash is phenomenal for difficult to remove stains and odors from your hands or feet, and is rather cheap at less than $2. Also works well on finger nails. Cheers
Great one---I imagine it might work well for underarms as well (if the alcohol is diluted with water)--to prevent stains on shirts. Happy to receive more useful info! ~Sonya
@@SARTORIALTALKS When I was in working as a student in a high end market there was many exotic types of live yeast and fungus from high end cheese, bread, and charcuterie. That needed to be removed from the skin after soaking in at the end of the night. Most interesting was breaking down 38KG wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano with tools that resemble chisels. It left you literally coated in a fine powder from the rind that contained oils and live cheese cultures. In my experience to remove bacteria and fungus from the skin is best done by mixing diluted alcohol with a liquid soap or body wash as a binder followed by applying it on the skin for one minute, and a hot shower to rinse. Plain diluted alcohol evaporates too rapidly on its own on warm skin, and straight alcohol is truly uncomfortable. So mixing with a water soluble binder work best. High proof inexpensive vodka is a better option for skin treatment than rubbing alcohol. As it is food grade and ethanol/additive free.
@@alt5494 Wow now I MUST commit this tip to memory. Incredible ! ~S
Sonya you are too kind, but I am glad you found my comment helpful. My belief is the world improves by people thoughtfully finding solutions to problems and sharing their ideas. Your ideas in this video where excellent solutions for problems I had not even considered. Thank you
Extra oxygen molecule does wonders: Hydrogen peroxide with baking soda, or Ozonated water.
Shoe trees - If you're down a few pairs of shoe trees you can stuff the heal and toe with news paper and push a piece of wood tightly in between them.
Very smart---thanks for that ! ~Sonya
I use my cardboard shoe last thingos that came with a couple pairs of Nike trainers, and they're even embossed with the Nike tick on them it's funny. But it works, particularly if you slam newspaper behind them towards the hole.