SHOP WITH SENSE. Aside from suede, just about any fabric is dyeable, but that doesn't mean all shoes are. Your best bets are the kinds that are made for dyeing, and satin is best; you'll know you ...

This is a great way to give new life to old shoes. In general, you should dye shoes to a darker shade; some suede and fragile or worn leathers may not be suitable for dyeing. Questions may be sent ...

Only suede is off-limits. Dyeing a pair of shoes is about $20 to $30, and boots start at $40. A tip from one shrewd shopper: Late in the season, buy great shoes in an ugly color that’s marked ...

Here’s how to handle the situation without drawing a lot of attention to yourself, courtesy of shoe-care whisperer Jason Markk, whose own suede-cleaning kit just launched last week. (Don’t ...