When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAmazon/Amir Ismael/Business InsiderSneakers are a huge part of my style. From signature basketball shoes to classic runners, and even the latest comfort innovations, I love them all. But there's one kind of sneaker I can't wear, and that's dirty ones.Keeping my sneakers fresh is important, but as a collector of both old-school and contemporary pairs, simply cleaning them isn't always enough.Aside from typical surface dirt, oxidation is the biggest factor that can make a pair of sneakers look dingy and unappealing.