FOOTWEAR, BAGS AND BELTS

En primer lugar, agradecerte la compra de tus zapatos Alma en Pena: ¡Bienvenida chica Alma!

Para ayudarte a que tus zapatos Alma se mantengan en perfecto estado, puedas usarlos el mayor tiempo posible o en el caso de querer guardarlos para la siguiente temporada, te recomendamos mantenerlos en su guardapolvo, incluido con la compra de tus zapatos, y en su caja, con sus soportes de papel y cartón, para evitar que se deformen, se marquen los ornamentos en la piel o se manchen al estar en contacto con más calzado. Nuestros bolsos y cinturones también incluyen elementos de protección y embalaje que ayudarán a protegerlos y salvaguardarlos de temporada en temporada.

Here we introduce you to our most used materials to take you a little deeper into our world and explain the best tricks to keep your Alma shoes in perfect condition.

SUEDE AND CROSTA

Suede and split leather are two of the most used materials at Alma en Pena. Both are 100% leather. Suede is goatskin and split cowhide. Both are soft and elegant leathers, suede with a finer touch than split leather, timeless and sophisticated, perfect for any style. On the other hand, they are delicate leathers and sensitive to scratches, friction with other materials, humidity and stains.

To avoid damaging the skin, it is important to use products that do not contain alcohol or any abrasive product. That is why, depending on the type of stain we want to treat, we must take into account different aspects and products to use:

 

PRODUCTS SUITABLE FOR SUEDE AND SPLIT LEATHER:

-BRUSHES: with firm but soft bristles so as not to scratch the skin.

-MICROFIBER WIPES OR WIPES: moistened with water and neutral PH soap. It is important that the cloths or cloths that we are going to use to clean the footwear are colorless. Otherwise, when rubbing it on the leather, we can dye the shoe and transfer its color to the leather.

-SPRAYS:

*Sanitizing spray: for the inside of the shoe. Avoids odors by reducing foot perspiration and the appearance of fungus.

*Spray sole cleaner: for a deeper cleaning of heel and sole

 

HOW TO COMBAT STAINS ON SUEDE AND SPLIT LEATHER:

-DIRT AND DUST STAINS: Suede and split leather can become stained for different reasons. The daily use and its proximity to the ground when walking, the environment, the weather ... but they can also darken due to the dust from being stored in shoe cabinets or closets and contact with other shoes. The best thing to do in these cases is to gently brush the leather with a toothbrush, for example, then wipe with a damp cloth and, finally, let them air dry. Never store wet shoes.

-Stains caused by scuffs and scuffs: The daily use of your shoes means that we rub them against other surfaces, hit them with an object or step on them unintentionally. This causes small scuffs and dirt stains and the easiest and most effective way is to use an eraser to reduce or even eliminate them.

-GREASE, OIL AND WET SPOTS: Wet spots can be more difficult to remove. That is why we must be more careful not to make them worse or damage the skin when trying to remove them. One of the most effective formulas for this type of stains is ammonia reduced in water. Once we have the mixture, we rub gently with a soft brush, remove the excess with a damp cloth and finally let it dry in the air, without keeping or covering the shoe.

 

NAPA

Nappa leather is a fine, smooth, soft and supple leather. It is a tanned leather and usually comes from lamb, sheep, goat or calf. It is a timeless leather and at Alma en Pena you can find it in black and cream in the winter collections and in a variety of colors in the summer collections. Nappa leather is also called "full grain leather". This means that it comes from the outermost layer of the animal's skin and retains all its natural characteristics, hence its great softness to the touch, its breathability, resistance and aesthetic beauty.

As we have seen previously with suede and split leather, nappa is a delicate leather that is sensitive to rubbing, friction with other materials, humidity and stains.

 

PRODUCTS SUITABLE FOR NAPA:

BRUSHES: as with suede and split leather, nappa leather shoes can also be brushed, but with very fine bristles that do not scratch the leather, since in the case of nappa leather, especially if it is light-colored, this could cause small scratches on the surface that are impossible to hide.

-MICROFIBER WIPES OR WIPES: nappa leather is more resistant to water than many other types of leather, even so, it is better to avoid prolonged exposure to it. Therefore, whenever we want to clean a fade or scuff, we will do it with cloths or cloths slightly moistened with water and neutral PH soap. Remember that the color of the cloth should be white or without any dye, to avoid color transfer to the footwear.

-SPECIALIZED CONDITIONER: A good conditioner will help moisturize the leather, prevent drying and cracking and restore its natural shine. Apply a specialized nappa conditioner every few months, or more often if the leather is exposed to harsher conditions.

-SPRAYS:

*Sanitizing spray: for the inside of the shoe. Avoids odors by reducing foot perspiration and the appearance of fungus.

*Spray sole cleaner: for a deeper cleaning of heel and sole

 

HOW TO COMBAT STAINS ON THE NAPPA:

-DIRT AND DUST STAINS: the fastest way, if we are talking about mud stains, dust or remains of any product, would be with a slightly damp cloth, rubbing gently and letting it dry in the air. Also with a fine bristle brush or even with a specialized leather cleaner.

-MANCHAS PRODUCIDAS POR PISADAS Y ROZADURAS: uno de los trucos que mejor funcionan para quitar o disminuir raspones en el calzado de napa es usar una pequeña cantidad de pasta de dientes y agua con ayuda de un cepillo. Después, retirar y limpiar el producto con un paño húmedo y dejar secar.

-MANCHAS DE GRASA, ACEITE Y HUMEDAD: lo mejor en estos casos es retirar la mancha lo antes posible con un paño húmedo. Si se ha secado o quedado incrustada prueba con un cepillo, jabón neutro y agua templada.

 

DIVA

The name of this material has been chosen very conscientiously, because I imagine that if you are a regular "Alma customer" you already know our super metallic boots, hallmark of the brand, or if you are new here I invite you to take a look at them, I promise they will not leave you indifferent! You can also find this material in sandals, high heels or even moccasins.

It is made of 100% cowhide with metallic finish. It is a very resistant and durable material and very easy to maintain. As it is leather, you can follow the instructions described above for suede, split leather and nappa leather, but remember that in this case it is better not to use conditioners, as they could damage the metallic finish. Finally, remember never to leave your "Diva" shoes in the sun, as this may cause partial discoloration stains and damage to the surface.

 

RAFFIA, BRAIDING, STONES AND ORNAMENTS

The motto of our brand is "Dancing is dreaming with your feet" and as you can see, Alma en Pena's collections seem to have come, no more and no less, from a dream world where everything is possible. Braids, raffias, transfers, studs, beads, sequins, fabrics and endless ornaments that escape your imagination. Therefore, Alma en Pena footwear requires special care to provide them with a long life at the service of your feet.

We advise you to treat and use them with care, store them in their case and check from time to time that all the stones and ornaments are in good condition, as it is normal that from use and walking they may rub, hit or come off. If so, go to our store staff or contact our Customer Service Department. They will provide you with the parts to be replaced.

In the case of braids or raffia, sometimes, during the production and manufacturing process, the cutting of the braided strips may cause some loose hairs at the ends or some braid fibers to come out of the braid. In these cases, tuck the ends or loose fibers back into place using an awl or needle, taking care not to puncture the base material or even seal it with a drop of glue or clear nail polish. 

But do not be afraid of these cares, Alma en Pena shoes are designed and manufactured to make you shine and for you to enjoy them, either in your daily life or in a special event. So, walk, Alma girl, feel the magic of our shoes, all of them hide a thousand stories to tell.

 

TEXTIL

El cuidado adecuado de la ropa es fundamental para prolongar su vida útil y mantener su atractivo estético. Nuestras prendas se caracterizan por ser muy especiales y tener muchos detalles como pedrería, bordados o strass, que requieren un cuidado especial a la hora de lavar o planchar. Consulta siempre las especificaciones de lavado y cuidado en las etiquetas de cada una de nuestras prendas.

 

CUIDADOS GENERALES:

Por lo general, recomendamos el lavado a mano con agua fría o tibia para no alterar el tejido, color o calidad de la ropa. Para aquellas prendas más delicadas o especiales recomendamos acudir a la tintorería. En ciertos casos, es aconsejable la limpieza en seco, especialmente para prendas de seda, lana, terciopelo, gasa, tejidos plisados o bordados, encajes o cuero natural. Consulta con los expertos de tu tintorería la opción que más se ajuste a las características de la prenda. En caso de que las especificaciones de la etiqueta indiquen que se puede lavar en la lavadora, recomendamos siempre darle la vuelta para reducir el desgaste del tejido.

We do not recommend tumble drying, as it reduces the life of the garment, increases the deterioration of fabrics and is not suitable for garments with rhinestones, rhinestones or hand embroidery. Air-drying is more convenient.

As for ironing, for fabrics such as linen or cotton we recommend steam ironing at high temperature. However, for synthetic fabrics, wool, silk or satin, we recommend ironing at low temperature and without steam. It is not advisable to iron garments with a stain, as the heat may set the stain. We recommend ironing inside out or with a fine white cloth, especially for garments with embellishments such as rhinestones or rhinestones. For fabrics with sequins or rhinestones it is advisable to iron inside out and with steam, without applying pressure on the fabric.

PRENDAS DE PUNTO:

En Alma en Pena fabricamos prendas de punto de altísima calidad. Sin embargo, existen ciertos consejos a tener en cuenta para que se mantengan como nuevas en el tiempo.

En cuanto al lavado, recomendamos el lavado a mano o en programa delicado; siempre con agua fría o tibia (máx. 30ºC); evitar siempre la lejía y los productos agresivos y no retorcer la prenda para eliminar el exceso de agua, es mejor presionarla suavemente. En caso de que la prenda sea de lana delicada (como cashmere o merino), lo ideal es lavarla a mano con champú específico para lana.

Para mantener su forma original, es recomendable secarlas en una superficie plana y guardarlas dobladas. Colgarlas puede hacer que se deformen. 

PRENDAS DE PIEL:

Una prenda de piel es una inversión que, con los cuidados adecuados, te puede acompañar durante toda la vida. Sigue nuestras recomendaciones prácticas para mantener la piel siempre en perfecto estado.

Para las prendas de piel tipo napa, pasa un paño suave ligeramente humedecido y, si es necesario, con una gota de jabón neutro para eliminar las manchas. En ningún caso recomendamos empapar la piel, ni usar productos como lejía, amoníaco o quitamanchas. Cada pocos meses, conviene aplicar una crema específica para piel, que nutra y evite que se seque y cuartee. Si se mojase por accidente, como por ejemplo con lluvia, cuélguela en una percha ancha, en un lugar ventilado, lejos de radiadores o sol directo. 

Para las prendas de piel tipo ante, recomendamos el uso de cepillos especiales para ante para la limpieza regular. Pase el cepillo siempre en la misma dirección.  Para la eliminación de manchas, existen borradores especiales de ante o, en sustitución, se puede usar una goma de borrar de forma suave, para levantar suciedad superficial. En cualquier caso, evite mojar el ante. Si sucediese, séquelo inmediatamente con papel absorbente sin frotar y airee la prenda. Como medida de protección, se pueden aplicar sprays impermeabilizantes específicos para ante, que lo protegen contra manchas y humedad. 

Como consejos generales para el cuidado de las prendas de piel, es aconsejable guardarlas en un armario fresco, ventilado y sin bolsas de plástico (mejor de tela transpirable). Es conveniente evitar la exposición prolongada al sol, ya que puede decolorar la piel. Y en el caso de las chaquetas, usar siempre perchas anchas, para evitar que se deformen los hombros. 

REPARACIÓN: 

En Alma en Pena creemos en la moda que trasciende las temporadas y las tendencias. Por eso diseñamos colecciones atemporales, que puedan acompañar a nuestras mujeres Alma toda la vida. Apostamos por la calidad y los detalles, combinando estilo, comodidad y durabilidad. 

Creemos que cada prenda tiene una historia y merece una segunda oportunidad. Reparar en lugar de desechar, no solo prolonga su vida, sino que también cuida del planeta. Por ello, acompañamos cada prenda con piezas de reemplazo (botones, lentejuelas, piedras, etc.), porque queremos que nuestras prendas te sigan acompañando toda la vida. Al cuidar y reparar tu ropa, no solo conservas algo valioso para ti, sino que fomentas el consumo responsable y respetuoso con el medioambiente.