Leather, suede, nubuck, and designer sneakers should always be cleaned by hand to avoid warping, fading, or permanent damage. Prep and dry properly—remove laces, use mesh bags, choose mild detergent, ...

I'm quite the sneaker collector and am known to wear a colorful array of Adidas Gazelles and Nike Air Force 1 shoes. But that doesn't mean I don't also appreciate my trusty white sneakers. In fact, I ...