4.8 stars from 45,000+ reviews

Leather paint and shoe care, loved by a huge community of artists.

Customizers, restorers, and first-timers tagged #angelusdirect nearly 12,000 times this year. 120+ paint colors, plus dyes, cleaners, and polish.

  • Unused products returnable within 30 days
  • Made in Santa Fe Springs, California
  • 469KInstagram followers
  • 125Msocial media reach this year
  • 3Mlikes, comments, and shares this year
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Custom shoe paint, dye, cleaners, and shoe care from a family business since 1907.

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4.9 stars from 290+ reviews

Angelus Paint Basics Kit

The kit we hand first-timers. Five core colors, brushes, and Deglazer, so you can paint your first pair of sneakers start to finish.

  • Mix the five colors into almost any shade
  • Deglazer included, so paint bonds to leather
  • Each 1 oz. bottle covers 2 to 3 pairs of shoes
  • Works on leather, canvas, denim, and wood

What's in the box

15 Angelus Paints, 1 oz. eachBlack, White, Red, Yellow, and Blue
25 assorted paint brushesDifferent sizes for base coats and detail work
3Leather Preparer & Deglazer, 1 oz.Removes the factory finish before you paint

Finish the job

What customers add most to this kit. Tap + to add any of them.

$32.95 $39.60

Family owned since 1907, now in our fifth generation. Unused products can be returned within 30 days.

Ships to U.S. addresses only, since the Deglazer inside has shipping limits.

What customers say

★★★★★

“Great kit for starters. All primary colors to use and mix to create custom colors before venturing further into the lineup! As a beginner I'm glad they came with brushes”

Erick C.
★★★★★

“I had never done a custom shoe... I turned some bloodline Jordan 1s into a Bred toe Jordan 1. So awesome!”

Landon W.
★★★★★

“My son wanted to paint his shoes, after a lot of research it said this was the best brand to use... It was absolutely perfect, and such a great value for everything it comes with!”

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Questions before you buy

What can I use it on?
  • Leather
  • Canvas
  • Denim
  • Wood

On canvas and denim, mix in Angelus 2-Soft so the fabric stays soft.

Popular projects

  • SneakersDeglaze the leather, paint thin coats, then seal with 4-Coat.
  • Bags and walletsDeglaze, build the color in thin layers, and seal so it holds up to daily use.
  • Canvas and denimMix 2-Soft into the paint so the fabric stays soft and flexible.
  • Custom colorsBlend the five colors together, or add White and Black to lighten or darken.
What else will I need?

Just a finish to seal the paint when you're done. We'd use Angelus 4-Coat. Flat is the most popular for a factory look, and Matte, Satin, and High Gloss add more shine. Tape and a few cotton balls help too. You can add all of it right above the Add to cart button.

How do I paint my first pair?
  1. Rub Deglazer over the area with a cotton ball until the shine is gone. This gives the paint a clean surface to grip.
  2. Tape off the soles and anything you want to keep.
  3. Brush on a thin coat and let it dry before the next one.
  4. Keep adding thin coats until the color is solid. Lighter colors like White and Yellow build up in a few extra coats.
  5. Seal the dry paint with 4-Coat.
Will the paint crack or peel?

Angelus Paint is made to flex with leather, so it holds up to everyday wear. For the best result, build the color in thin coats and finish with 4-Coat. Thin layers bend with the shoe and give you a smooth, even finish.

Build your own kit

Know your colors? Pick them yourself.

Skip the preset palette. Choose the exact shades your project needs, or go for a look nobody else has.

  • Angelus Paint & Prep Starter Kit You pick 3 colors + your finish

    You pick 3 colors + your finish

    Paint & Prep Starter Kit

    4.9 · 2,800+ reviews

    Your first project, in your colors. Everything to prep, paint, and seal comes in the box.

    • 3 Angelus Paints, 1 oz., in the colors you choose
    • 4-Coat finish in the sheen you choose: Flat, Matte, Satin, or Gloss
    • Easy Cleaner and Deglazer to prep the surface
    • 5 paint brushes plus a sneaker cleaning brush

    $39.95Regular price $52.60 Save $12.65

    Pick your 3 colors & finish for the Angelus Paint & Prep Starter Kit

    Starter kits ship within the U.S. only.

  • 12 Color Paint Assortment Kit You pick all 12 colors

    You pick all 12 colors

    12 Color Paint Assortment Kit

    4.9 · 2,200+ reviews

    Already know your shades? Choose all 12 and skip the colors you'd never use.

    • 12 Angelus Paints in the standard colors you choose
    • 1 oz. bottles in a display box, or 4 oz. for big projects
    • Paint only, so add Deglazer to prep and 4-Coat to seal

    From$42.95Regular price $47.40 Save $4.45

    Pick your 12 colors for the 12 Color Paint Assortment Kit

Not sure which shades? See the color chart

Trusted by artists, customizers & cobblers worldwide

Make it new, or make it yours.

  • Works on
  • Leather
  • Suede
  • Canvas
  • Denim
  • Vinyl
  • Painting a white leather sneaker red, white, and blue with a fine brush Customize

    Paints: Shop paints

    Change a color or cover a scuff. Flexible acrylic that bends with the shoe, so your work lasts.

    4.9 · 22,000+ reviews

    “Lovely saturation and smooth application! Flexes with the upholstery.”

    Melanie F.
  • Scrubbing a sneaker sole with an Angelus cleaning brush Restore

    Cleaners: Shop cleaners

    Safe on leather, suede, canvas, and mesh. Tough on dirt, gentle on the material.

    4.8 · 3,700+ reviews

    “I use the Angelus Easy Cleaner on all of my shoes with all different kinds of materials and it never disappoints!”

    Isaac M.
  • Buffing a black leather boot with a shine cloth Shine

    Polishes: Shop polishes

    Classic wax polish for a quick, deep shine that helps protect the leather. Made for cobblers, easy at home.

    4.9 · 500+ reviews

    “As a Bootblack I have the opportunity to use many products and always favor the Angelus here in Texas.”

    Briar W.
  • Angelus Jet Black Leather Dye beside a pair of leather dress shoes Recolor

    Dyes: Shop dyes

    Soaks into leather and suede for permanent color. Bring back a faded pair or switch to a new shade.

    4.8 · 3,700+ reviews

    “This dye worked perfect to restore the color back into my boots”

    Eliabeth H.

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