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Collector Edition French Blue

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Angelus Collector Edition French Blue is an acrylic leather paint color-matched to the navy uppers of the Jordan 12 "Obsidian". Use it to restore that pair or bring the same color to any custom sneaker, boot, or bag.

Each bottle is 1 oz. We've made Angelus products in Los Angeles since 1907.

Before and after you paint

Clean the surface first. On leather, take off the factory finish with Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer. Prep midsoles with Deglazer the same way so the paint can grip. When you're done, seal it with Angelus 4-Coat.

Pro-grade paint, made easy for first-timers

  • Angelus is the go-to paint for first-time customizers, and it's the same professional-grade paint fashion, footwear, and entertainment companies use to make costumes, exclusive pieces, and finished products. You get commercial-grade quality at everyday prices.
  • Thin coats go on smooth, and the color builds with each one.
  • Want to warm up first? Try a few strokes on the Angelus Leather Test Swatch, real leather with a smooth side and a suede side.
  • You can always adjust. Dried paint comes off with Deglazer, or you can simply paint over it, so you can keep going until you love it.
  • Free step-by-step tutorials on our YouTube channel and FAQs walk you through it. Not sure about a color? Check the Color Chart. Unused products can be returned within 30 days.

What customers say

“Great color matches perfect .... Cant wait to buy more colors”

★★★★★ Luis P.

More Collector Edition colors

See Mid-Navy, Military Blue, or True Blue, or shop every shade in our Collector Edition collection. Want them all? Get the Complete Collector Edition Kit.

Common questions

Will French Blue match my shoes exactly?

It's matched to the original color, but older pairs can fade or yellow, so test on a hidden spot first and adjust with a little White or Black if you need to.

Is this the right color for Jordan 12 "French Blue" midsoles?

No. Despite the name, it matches the navy uppers of the Jordan 12 "Obsidian," not the Jordan 12 "French Blue."

Can I paint rubber midsoles with French Blue?

Yes. Prep the midsole with Deglazer, apply thin coats, and seal with 4-Coat.

Can you airbrush Collector Edition paint?

Yes. Use an airbrush with at least a 0.35mm nozzle, and thin the paint with Angelus 2-Thin if it needs to flow more easily.

How much paint do I need?

A 1 oz. bottle usually covers 2 to 3 pairs of shoes completely, and goes much further for midsoles and accents.

PAINTING LEATHER

1. Prepare leather surfaces using 3-5 passes of Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer using our applicators, cotton balls, or a rag. (acetone can also be used).

2. Wait for leather to dry a few minutes. When dry, wipe with microfiber cloth to remove any remaining dust particles.

3. Apply Angelus Paint with paint brush, airbrush (at least 0.35mm nozzle) or sponge. Apply 3-5 coats or until desired coverage has been reached. Less coats can be used for line work and detail work.

Make sure to leave to dry 15-30 minutes between layers.

4. Allow to dry for at least 24 hours before allowing paint to bend or flex. Be careful of flying lint or debris getting on the shoe to avoid imperfections. Longer curing time ensures better durability.

5. To add extra protection or customize the finish, apply Angelus 4-Coat Clear Coat in Flat, Satin, Glossy, or Matte. Use 1-2 layers for the best results. 1-2 layers on top.

PAINTING CANVAS/DENIM - SHOES, CLOTHING, AND MORE

1. Prep by cleaning the surface with a cleaning product like our Angelus Easy Cleaner Kit. It is necessary to get out all the oils and dirt that may be sitting in or on the canvas. 

2. Make sure there is adequate dry time and that you wipe off and get all the cleaner out.

3. (Optional) If you want to make the paint soak in and not be as rubbery textured on canvas we suggest using our product 2-Soft mixed with our paint. You can paint Angelus paint directly on canvas without it but it just will feel more like a screen print then part of the shoe. When using 2-Soft you must heat set.

4. Paint with 3-5 light layers of Angelus Paint. Make sure to leave to dry 15-30 minutes between layers.

5. Leave to dry. 

(Optional) No additional protection is really needed as the paint has soaked into the canvas. If you want to change the sheen to a matte or glossy look instead we do suggest our 4-Coat Clear Coat.

Flexible
Durable
Mixable
Made in USA
How to use Angelus paint, step by step

WORKS GREAT ON

Angelus paint can be used on countless materials making it perfect to customize almost all of your favorite items.

Leather

Leather

Shoes, Bags, Furniture, & more.

Canvas

Canvas

Jackets, Shoes, Bags, & more.

Wood

Wood

Skateboards, Guitars, & more.

Plastic

Plastic

Headset, Cups, & more.

Denim

Denim

Jackets, Pants, Shorts, & more.

Metal

Metal

Flasks, Moto Tanks, & more.

Don't Forget

Tips on how to get the most out of our paint. Prep and additives are the most important part to make your work durable and long lasting.

Prep for Leather

Prep for Leather

Always remove the factory finish before painting (on leather and most non-fabric materials) by doing 3-5 passes with Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer.

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Paint on Fabrics

Paint on Fabrics

Mix Angelus Paint with 2-Soft to keep painted fabrics soft and more laundrable. Perfect for painting on fabric shoes, jackets, hoodies, and so much more!

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Paint on Plastic

Paint on Plastic

Mix Angelus Paints with 2-Hard to paint hard surfaces such as plastic and metal. Perfect for painting the plastic on shoes, water bottles, flasks, and more!

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Finish Strong

Finish Strong

Use our all new 4-Coat Finishers to change the sheen of your artwork, as well as protect your work with these urethane-based finishers. Available in 4 sheens.

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Airbrushable

Airbrushable

Use Angelus Paint straight out of the bottle in our Airbrush (or any airbrush with a .5mm or bigger nozzle). To thin our paint, use 2-Thin. TIP: Use a strainer.

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Why Choose Us

A vintage black-and-white photograph of Angelus Shoe Polish owners standing proudly in front of an early 20th-century 'Shoes Shined' storefront, representing the long-standing heritage of Angelus shoe care.

5th Generation Family Owned Since 1907

A smiling sneaker customizer in an Angelus workshop holding a pair of vibrant, hand-painted custom sneakers. In the background, a professional wall display features a full spectrum of Angelus Leather Paint bottles.

Trusted by artists and professionals worldwide

A detailed close-up of the 'Prep, Paint, Finish' process. A creator wearing black gloves uses a fine-detail brush to apply vibrant red Angelus Leather Paint to the textured leather panel of a grey and white sneaker.

Professional results made simple

Crafted for Creators

Premium Quality: Professional-grade formulas developed by artists, for artists
Heritage: 50+ years of innovation in custom finishes
Sustainability: Non-toxic, water-based formulas safe for you and the planet

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Suzanne P. (Oakland, US)
French Blue est manifique

This is a color I fell in love with and incorporated into a French-inspired theme for a leather jacket.

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Holly M. (Gainesville, US)
Absolutely Stunning!!!

Absolutely Stunning!!! The color shown doesn’t do this justice!! This is rich, beautiful, and truly a deep dark blue. What a stunner! Goes on beautifully and easily. I painted my roller skates, and everyone thought they were brand new!! See images attached! Amazing what paint can do!

These look so nice! love the new look. And the back stipe was a nice touch!

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Lauren (Lincoln, US)
Went on Beautifully

I was super impressed with how smoothly this paint went on. I painted some black faux leather boots and did two coats which covered them perfectly. Hardly made a dent in the bottle of paint. I haven’t used the boots yet do I can’t say how the paint will hold up.

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guy s. (Tel Aviv, IL)
Love this color

Beautiful color! Like to work with him

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Anita M. (Las Vegas, US)
Beautiful Colors

Angelus Direct has the most beautiful and vibrant colors for restoring vintage designer handbags and wallets. This color was a perfect match for the Dior wallet I restored. Thanks Angelus Direct you are awesome!

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Amanda C. (Powder Springs, US)
Matched

Matched perfectly

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Julia

I was having trouble re-coloring some leather shoes that had originally been painted. Dyeing did not color them evenly. So I deglazed them again and used this paint to color what were patchy purple shoes. It worked wonderfully. I never recolored shoes before in any manner. The paint was easy to apply and went on very evenly. I finished with Angelus Satin acrylic finisher. They look awesome. Now I want to paint more shoes!

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Anonymous (Acampo, US)
Great stuff!

I haven’t used this particular color (French Blue) yet, so I can’t comment on it specifically, but if it performs as well as all the other colors I’ve used then I’m sure I’ll be more than satisfied. I’ve changed the color of at least four pairs of shoes and touched up both a Bottega Veneta and a YSL handbag, with stellar results. I’m collecting colors so as to venture into some actual artwork on some other pieces. The paints are super nice to work with and have had no negative effects on my expensive brushes. They wash out easily(a little Fells Naptha and some vibration helps). They have a long work time yet dry rather quickly.

Thank you for the in-depth review. We appreciate that you took the time to write a few sentences about your experience with your expensive bags!

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Luis

Awesome color looks great on jordans

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Luis (Boardman, US)

Awesome color looks great on jordans

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Moses

Quick easy shipping

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Moses (Boardman, US)

Quick easy shipping

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Melanie S. (Uxbridge, CA)
Love angelus paints!

I use Angelus paints on things often. I have used it on pleather fabrics for cosplay and its held up great 95% of the time. On some types of pleather it doesn't bond well, so proper prep helps. But on real leather, nothing is better! It never fails. I love this product.

Glad that you have found prepping is the key! Thank you for being part of the Angelus family!

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Dennis R.
Another 1

Great deep rich navy blue color perfect for my air Jordan 9s

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Anonymous
French blue review.

First off, it’s an unbelievable color way. I’m soo excited to transform a pair of shoes first opportunity I get. I love the Jordan inspired colors, I like to mix and match my shoe’s colors.

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Drew B. (Los Angeles, US)
Dont think about rushing

Amazing although you have to be very gentle and patient when applying it

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Anastasia (Nea Palatia, GR)
The perfect darker teal blue

As you can see in the photos, this was for a bag project (I've taken up bag restoration during quarantine). This Fendi Peekaboo was a nude colour and I turned it into a dark blue, a dark teal to be exact. I experimented a lot with blues and French Blue is the perfect hue for me, however for this bag I added a small amount of Flat Black to give it some depth (5:1 ratio). The teal keeps its integrity but the black adds a neutral touch. Applied Matte Finisher after 24 hours of the second coat. Perfect. I also used the colour to dye my son's mesh Adidas with impeccable results. I adore Angelus products.

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Anonymous (Clermont, US)
Great color to match Jordan 6 Midnight Navy

Great color to match the Jordan Retro 6 Midnight Navy

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Matt S. (Milwaukee, US)
French Blue is a perfect color match!

Picked this blue up to do some paint repair on Jordan 12’s and it was a perfect color match. No mixing necessary. Applied in areas in light coats and it came out absolutely great. The Collector’s Series paints are spot on in my experience. Can’t beat ‘em!

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Anonymous (Toronto, CA)
Exactly what i expected

I might have won Christmas gifting this paint set, delivery was smooth to Canada and everything was packaged nicely. The giftee is loving it so far

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Anonymous (Moraga, US)
Awesome

Love the colors 🙌

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KdonKash (Wylie, US)
Big flexxxxxxx

Great for your custom Jordan’s

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Angelica M. (Phoenix, US)
Awesome

It was great to use and it really went well with the shoes I painted

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Deshaun G. (Rancho Cucamonga, US)
Amazing results!

Perfect for doing shoes!

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Crystal S. (Edmond, US)
Lid came cracked open

Lid was cracked, half the product leaked out and got all over everything in the bag it was sent in. On the bright side the paint that was left over matched my Jordan 12 Obsidians perfectly.

Hello Crystal, sorry to hear that! the silver lining of the paint matching makes us happy. Did you reach out to us regarding the issue? We are more than happy to send you a fresh bottle. Let us know! info@angelusdirect.com

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Hugo V. (Philadelphia, US)
Colores únicos lo recomiendo

Use el color en unos Jordan 12 y me encan to alta calidad

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Carlos M. (Easton, US)
Good

Good thanks for everything! Hope to order more stuff in the future

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David (San Diego, US)
Great product

I was hesitant to use this product on my obsidian 12’s. I ordered it based off of the reviews and received my order today. I painted my shoes and I was very impressed. You now have a new customer. I will be purchasing some more colors soon.

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hay g. (The Bronx, US)
first class

starting to get the hang of it