As someone new to leather shoes, I was skeptical about shoe trees—until I tried FootFitter’s cedar ones. The moment I opened the box, that fresh, woody cedar scent made me feel like I’d stepped into a high-end cobbler’s shop. Instantly relaxing.

The split-toe design is genius. My dress shoes (size 10.5) used to develop creases after every wear, but these trees hug every curve perfectly thanks to the spring-loaded adjustment. No more ‘floppy shoe syndrome’—they actually stretch the leather just enough to maintain shape while making polishing easier.

I was worried about moisture (hello, sweaty commutes), but the Tennessee cedar absorbs it like a champ. After two weeks of use, my usually pungent oxfords still smell like a forest hike. Pro tip: Lightly sanding them every few months revives that heavenly aroma.

The fabric loop is a small detail that makes a big difference—yanking trees out of boots used to be a wrestling match. Now? One graceful pull. My only gripe? I had to size up (got XL for size 11 shoes) as the Large left awkward gaps. But once sized right? Magic.

At this price point, they outperform plastic competitors by miles. Already bought three more pairs—because apparently my sneakers deserve cedar royalty treatment too.