Soon, they found themselves selling clogs out of their station wagon as they drove from horse show to horse show. Right away, friends wanted to try the clogs and with each trip to Denmark, Mandy and Peter were bringing back more and more pairs. After realizing that this basic shoe would be perfect for wearing around the barn, they brought a few pairs back to the US.
Mandy and Peter discovered Dansko's first product while on a horse-buying trip to Peter’s native Denmark. Dansko literally translated from Danish means “Danish Shoe”. They distribute shoes and boots to over 2,500 premium US and international retail locations. Dansko is owned and operated by their founders, husband and wife team Mandy Cabot and Peter Kjellerup. Since 1990, Dansko has been a leader in providing innovative comfort footwear while standing at the forefront of sustainable and ethical business practices. Smooth Leather is a smooth, water-resistant leather that does not break down in environments with wet, acidic or greasy conditions. We also recommend using the Beeswax Conditioner after every couple of weeks of normal wear. For best results, apply the conditioner before the initial wear.
Beeswax Conditioner can also be used on this type of leather. Printed is a full-grain leather with an embossed printing to generate the appearance of texture.ĭistressed is a full-grain leather which has been buffed and tumbled to give it a worn look. To maintain, buff lightly with the Dansko Anytime Shoe Shine sponge. To maintain, apply a leather cream and hand polish with a soft cloth. Woven is a leather that is stamped to give it a woven look.īrush off nappa leathers feature a black top coat that is brushed off to create a hand antiqued appearance to the leather.
To maintain, buff with Dansko Leather Cream and a soft clean cloth. A damp cloth may be used for a more thorough cleaning. Nappa Leather is extremely soft, supple and luxurious, ideal for special occasions and whenever you want a dressier look. To maintain, use Dansko Leather Cream and a soft clean cloth.Įmbossed patent is a leather with a polycoat finish. It has a lightweight, buttery softness that easily conforms to the shape of your foot and has great everyday fashion appeal.Ĭlean with a soft damp cloth. Veg is a glove-soft leather that has been finished to a rich luster. Tooled is a full-grain leather embossed with a pattern.įull grain leather is a smooth and water-resistant leather that does not break down in environments with wet, acidic or greasy conditions. To maintain, use Dansko Oiled Leather Restorer for darker colors or Dansko Leather Cream for all colors. This smooth yet rugged leather does not break down in environments with wet, acidic or greasy conditions. Oiled full grain leather has a heavily oiled finish that creates a durable, water resistant finish. Gently wipe surface dirt off the leather with a clean damp cloth. This finish gives the leather its high shine. Patent leather is a dress leather with a polycoat finish. To weatherproof, use Dansko Beeswax Conditioner. To maintain, use Dansko Oiled Leather Restorer. To clean, rub light scuffs with finger tips. It is often referred to as a rugged leather. Oiled leather has a heavily oiled finish that creates a durable and moisture-resistant surface. To remove surface dirt, wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. To maintain, buff lightly with the Dansko Anytime Shoe Shine sponge.Ĭabrio leather features a black top coat that provides a high-gloss shine and dressy appeal. Ordinary scuff marks may be touched up with shoe polish. Use a damp soapy cloth or sponge to remove surface dirt. It has a smooth, clean finish that can be easily cleaned. Leather Typesīox leather is ideal for workplace environments with wet, acidic or greasy conditions.