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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Katie Wright

7 ways to keep your trainers looking box fresh for longer

There’s something so delightful about buying new trainers – lifting the lid of the shoebox and parting the tissue paper to reveal a pristine pair of sneakers (and breathing in that distinctive aroma, of course).

What’s not so enjoyable is when your fresh kicks rapidly turn from spotless to spoiled – especially during the colder months, when our footwear has to contend with mushy autumn leaves, muddy puddles, slush and snow.

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