TRG Easy Dye – 159 Raisin – 25ml

Description

TRG Easy Dye – 159 Raisin – 25ml – a deep, wine-brown plum with real depth.

TRG Easy Dye 159 Raisin is a deep, dark plum-brown – rich and moody, like a ripe raisin, sitting somewhere between brown, burgundy and purple. It’s a beautiful way to bring dark shoes, boots and bags back to life, or to take a tired brown or burgundy pair somewhere deeper and more distinctive.

TRG Easy Dye is a personal favourite of mine here at Shoespecialist. It’s a proper pigmented shoe dye that recolours and revives smooth leather, canvas and synthetic (man-made) uppers, so it’s brilliant for tired trainers, pumps, boots, bags and belts. I’ve lost count of the number of pairs I’ve saved from the bin with a bottle of this, and once you’ve done it once you’ll wonder why you ever put up with scuffed, faded shoes.

One honest note, because I’d rather you get a great result: dye can only ever deepen a colour – it never lightens. Raisin is a deep, dark shade, so it happily covers browns, burgundies and purples and sits beautifully over similar or lighter uppers.

Why choose Raisin shoe dye?

• A deep, wine-brown plum with real depth. Raisin gives you a rich, dark plum-brown that recolours evenly and covers scuffs, scrapes and faded patches in the process.
• Covers scuffs and edge wear. As well as changing or refreshing colour, it hides the worn strips along toes and heels where the finish has rubbed away, so your shoes look cared-for again.
• Flexible finish that won’t crack. It dries to a supple film that bends and flexes with the leather, so it stays put through everyday wear rather than flaking off.
• No separate finisher needed. The colour and the finish are in one bottle – no extra sealer, no fuss. Most pairs are done in about 30 minutes plus drying time.
• Works on more than shoes. The same bottle happily tackles matching bags, belts, purses and small leather goods, so you can pull a whole look together.
• Handy 25ml bottle. Enough to recolour a pair of shoes or refresh a bag, with a sponge applicator built into the lid for neat, even coverage.

How to use Raisin shoe dye

1. Clean first. Wipe the shoes down and remove any old polish or wax so the dye can grip. Let them dry fully.
2. Protect the edges. Mask off soles and any parts you don’t want coloured with a little tape.
3. Apply thin coats. Using the built-in sponge, work the dye on in thin, even strokes. Thin coats always beat one thick one.
4. Let each coat dry. Allow it to dry, then add a second (and, if needed, a third) coat until the colour is rich and even.
5. Leave to cure. Let the shoes rest and dry fully before wearing. That’s it – no separate finisher required.

Specifications

• Volume: 25ml
• Colour: 159 Raisin
• Type: Pigmented recolouring shoe dye (colour + finish in one)
• Suitable for: Smooth leather, canvas and synthetic (man-made) uppers – shoes, trainers, boots, bags and belts
• Not suitable for: Suede or nubuck
• Brand: TRG the One
• Application: Built-in sponge applicator

Frequently asked questions

What colour is Raisin?

Raisin is a deep, dark plum-brown with hints of burgundy and purple – warm, moody and grown-up. It looks smart on boots, brogues and bags, and pairs beautifully with black, grey and denim.

Will Raisin work on brown or burgundy shoes?

Yes. As a deep, dark shade it covers browns, burgundies and purples really well and is ideal for taking a faded pair richer and deeper. As dye only deepens colour and never lightens, just keep it for uppers the same tone or lighter than the dye itself.

Can I use it on suede or nubuck?

No – TRG Easy Dye is made for smooth leather, canvas and synthetic uppers, not suede or nubuck. Those brushed materials need a dedicated suede colour instead. If you’re not sure what your shoes are made of, drop me a message and I’ll happily help you choose the right product.

Where can I buy Raisin shoe dye in the UK?

You can order TRG Easy Dye 159 Raisin directly from Shoespecialist.co.uk. We offer free delivery on orders over £50, same-day dispatch when you order before 5pm, and a 60-day return policy.