Wednesday 29 February 2012

How to care for a suede Wombat hat


As well as full-grain leather, you will notice that some Wombat hats are made from suede leather. Suede leather gives a really attractive finish to the hats but because it has been heavily processed it is not as durable as full-grain leather and, therefore, requires extra special attention if you want to keep your bush hat looking as good as new.

How to prevent stains

Prevention is always better than cure so even though your Wombat hat will have already been treated with a waterproof coating, we recommend regularly topping up the protection with a quality suede protector. You can buy these from shoe shops, department stores or larger supermarkets.






However, before you respray your hat you will need to remove any dirt that may have accumulated on the surface. The best way to do this is to use a suede specific brush. You can buy either multipurpose or brass wire brushes for buffing up the nap of the material. I personally prefer multipurpose brushes as they are more versatile and safer if you are worried about scuffing or marking the leather.




How to remove stains

If your suede bush hat has already becomed stained there are a few tricks that you can use to remove them.

The first thing you can try is to rub the stain very gently with a small file or emery board. You will need to be extremely careful as you can risk damaging the material. If possible, you can also try folding the hat and rubbing the stain with another part of the hat. This will be much gentler than an emery board. However, the ideal solution for stain removal is to use a suede cleaning block or suede eraser. Suede erasers crumble as you use them and can remove even deeply ingrained stains.




Once you have removed any stains don't forget to brush and respray your hat.

Monday 28 November 2011

All I want for Christmas is a pair of Wombat boots!

Whatever your budget, Wombat boots make a fantastic Christmas gift. No one can resist the soft feel of our luxury twin-faced sheepskin and silky microfibre boots. All boots and slippers are designed with warmth, comfort and durability in mind and are available in UK sizes 3-8.

Wombat Classic Boots



Wombat Classic boots are our original short sheepskin style. They are made from luxuriously soft genuine Australian merino twin-faced sheepskin and feature gorgeous stitched detailing on the back. They reach just above the ankle and make an ideal everyday Winter boot. Available in classic chestnut (tan) only. RRP £85

Wombat Matilda Boots

The Wombat Matilda is our other sheepskin style. Wombat Matilda boots feature the same quality Australian sheepskin, hardwearing molded sole and rear stitch detailing as the Wombat Classic boots but reach the mid calf for extra warmth. Wombat Matilda boots are available in 2 colours: chestnut (tan) and chocolate (dark brown). RRP £95

Wombat Alice Boots



The Wombat Alice is mid-calf length boot made from silky microfibre faux fur. They feature the same molded sole as all the other Wombat boots, providing great traction on wintry surfaces, but are ideal for those who disagree with or whose budgets don't stretch to genuine sheepskin. Available in tan only. RRP £25.

Wombat Adelaide Boots


Our new Adelaide boots also offer a warm and affordable alternative to Australian sheepskin in a delicate colour combination. Wombat Adelaide boots feature a beige outer and a cream faux fur lining. They reach mid-calf in height and can be worn folded up or folded down. Available in beige only. RRP £30.




Wombat slippers are a winter essential for both men and women. The new mule-style slippers from Wombat Leather are easy to wear and can be used both indoors and outdoors. They are made from super soft twin-faced Merino sheepskin from Australia and feature a durable molded outsole. Available in chestnut (tan) only. RRP £45.

Wombat boots and slippers are available at various boutiques and garden centres around the country and online at D2D imports, Just4Leather, Bobtails Trading Company and Amazon.co.uk

Thursday 13 October 2011

Adelaide microfibre boots now available

Good news! The Wombat Adelaide microfibre boots are now in stock at D2D Imports and Bobtails Trading Company.

Wombat sheepskin slippers - new for autumn/winter 2011-2012

We are very proud to announce the launch of a brand new Wombat product, Wombat twin-faced sheepskin slippers.


The new Wombat mule-style slippers are easy to wear and can be used both indoors and outdoors. They are made from super soft twin-faced Merino sheepskin from Australia and feature a durable molded outsole. This makes them extremely warm and comfortable as well as practical.

The new Wombat twin-faced sheepskin slippers are priced at £45 and are available in UK sizes 3-8.

Now available online at Just4Leather and Bobtails Trading Company.

Saturday 1 October 2011

The Wombat Blog

Check out The Wombat Blog for Wombats's global travels. This little fella gets everywhere!

Wombat in Antarctica

Saturday 24 September 2011

Coming soon - Wombat Adelaide microfibre boots




Based on the success of the Alice Boots, we at Wombat Leather have decided to introduce another microfibre style to our range of boots this autumn. Just like the Wombat Alice boots, the Wombat Adelaide boots, which will be arriving in a few weeks time, feature a hardwearing sole, a reinforced heel and a silky soft faux fur lining. They can be worn up or rolled down (as seen above) and come in a Wombat branded dust bag to keep them clean when you are not wearing them.

The Wombat Adelaide boots are now available to pre-order for £28.99 at D2D imports.

Sunday 19 June 2011

Get ahead with a Wombat hat

Summer is finally upon us and while you’re daintily sipping cream tea on the lawn (or hiking through the Cornish hills with a tent on your back) spare a thought for the top of your head. An often forgotten and neglected part of the anatomy when it comes to protecting yourself from the sun, it can be very easy to call an abrupt end to your holiday because of sunstroke or sunburn.

The top of your head is very delicate and your scalp very susceptible to sunburn since suncream is quite difficult to apply over your hair. Not only that, but too much time in the sun with an uncovered head can lead to sunstroke which causes headache, dehydration and sickness. Fortunately, there is an easy way to protect your head from the sun and what’s even better, it’s fashionable too! Here is your guide to buying a sun hat this summer.

Go Australian! Australian bush hats have been a real hit this spring, with trendsetters like the new Duchess of Cornwall showing them off, and now’s the time to make the most of one! Wombat hats are made from quality leather and are durable, versatile and uber-stylish.

Choose something with a wide brim that will protect your shoulders and neck from the sun as well. It’s very easy to neglect areas that your hair normally covers when applying suncream but a wide-brimmed hat will offer even better protection.

Match your hat to your head shape. It’s often said that hats suit some people more than others, but really it’s just a matter of getting the right style to suit your face. If you’ve got a high forehead, consider a wide-brimmed hat that comes to just above your eyes. If you’ve got a long, thin face with high cheekbones, a cap can be very flattering, whereas a rounder face will suit a smaller brimmed hat.
Whatever you do this summer, enjoy the good weather without hassle by getting ahead with a hat. Find Wombat hats and many more at Just4Leather.