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We now have the finalists who will compete at the Americas Championships of Shoe Shining 2026, taking place at the Chicago Super Trunk Show at Stitchdown Expo on Saturday November 7. There the three contestants will have 20 minutes to shine a shoe as glossy and lovely looking as possible. The prestigious contest is organised in collaboration with the premium shoe care brand Saphir.
It’s time to qualify for The Americas Championships of Shoe Shining 2026, with the final taking place at the Super Trunk Show x Stitchdown Expo in Chicago on Saturday, November 7th. During 20 minutes three finalists will polish one factory new shoe as shiny and lovely as possible.
Yes, you read that right. We’re not only moving our huge classic men’s shoe and menswear event in the U.S. from New York to Chicago. We’re also joining forces with Stitchdown Expo, formerly known as Boot Camp, the world’s largest gathering for quality boots and other more rugged footwear, plus other quality goods and suppliers. November 6-7 at Artifact Events in Chicago will be a true banger of a weekend that you don’t want to miss.
