One of the primary problems of everyone who cares about their appearance in social life and work environment is shoe care and cleaning. With the right shoe care, stylish clothes can be completed, and the life of the shoes can be extended.

Outwardly, in addition to clean and stylish clothes for both men and women, the choice and cleanliness of shoes is of great importance. Özkan Çalışkan, the founder and manager of the Moriplik brand, which has made a name for itself with its designs that shape fashion in the shoe industry, talked about the tips of the right shoe care, the selection of shoes according to the foot type, as well as the summer trends of 2023.

“Don’t put your shoes in the dryer”

Özkan Çalışkan said, “People are welcomed with their clothes in the environments they enter, and the more clean, ironed and stylish your clothes are, the cleaner your shoes should be,” said Özkan Çalışkan. Regardless of the material, color and model of the shoe, first of all it is necessary to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations or the washing instructions on the label of the shoe. Shoe washing can be performed in a suitable laundry bag as the instructions allow. It is necessary to avoid using heavy chemicals during washing, it is useful to choose a washing program with a temperature of 30-40 degrees in the delicate program. Then, if possible, it should be dried in the sun or naturally. It should not be put in the dryer,” he said.

“Use baking soda to dehumidify shoes”

Moriplik Founder Özkan Çalışkan stated that it is possible to maintain and clean shoes with natural products and said, “Feet sweating during the day causes odor in shoes. This situation, which causes not only foot odor but also the reproduction of bacteria and microorganisms, can cause different discomforts in the feet. Therefore, the inside of the shoes should be cleaned at regular intervals. Cleaning in shoes is possible in a very short time with natural products at home. First of all, shoes must be ventilated or dried in the sun after use. This will prevent the growth of bacteria and microorganisms and reduce shoe odor. In addition, if the shoes have an odor, they can be put in bags containing extracts of plants such as mint, clove, lavender. Another method used to reduce moisture in shoes is baking soda. After cleaning the inside of the shoes, they are sprinkled with baking soda and ventilated.

“The best time to try on shoes is in the evening”

Underlining that Moriplik attaches great importance to the use of quality materials and foot health as well as stylish models, Özkan Çalışkan said, “We continue our story, which started in a 90 square meter warehouse in 2015, in an area of 1,500 square meters today. Since our priorities are quality products, reasonable prices and human health, I can say that we are growing rapidly. Our ergonomic designs do not cause any pain or discomfort in the feet. We have many female customers with different foot type. Choosing shoes according to foot type is extremely important for foot health. First of all, it will be good to determine the foot type. We can classify these foot types as flat, high arched or normal. After the foot type is determined, suitable models should be selected. The ideal time to try shoes is in the evening. Because the feet swell throughout the day, it is necessary to make sure that the shoes do not feel stuck from the top or bottom. Another issue to consider when choosing the right shoes is the support systems inside the shoes. Features such as padded insoles, extra padding and heel pads help to feel less stress and pressure on the feet.

“White sneakers are at the top of the cabinets again”

Moriplik Founder Özkan Çalışkan, who said that women will complement their elegance with sneakers in the summer months, as in recent years, said, “Moriplik’s collection includes high heels, flats, sandals, sneakers and many other models. We offer a wide range of products that can match any style of clothing. We produced many models that marked the year 2023. White sneakers, which are frequently preferred in the summer months, especially in recent years, continue to take their place at the head of the cabinets. Apart from this, pastel tones and vibrant color options will also mark the summer months. Especially orange, yellow and pink colors are expected to be trendy. Retro-looking sneaker models, lace-up and strapped versions of sandal-style sneakers will be preferred in hot weather.