Here's How Often We're Really Meant To Wash Our Shoes

Though expert laundry advice is often welcome (did you know we’re only meant to wash our jeans once every ten wears or so ?), more often, the official rules seem a little tougher.

For instance, we’re meant to wash our pillows (not the cases, which should go for a spin once a week – the actual pillow) twice a year .

Even our bras are meant to get a wash every two to three wears.

But what about shoes? Surely those are exempt?

Well, not according to Anne Sharkey, a podiatrist, who points out that everything from allergens to bacteria to literal poop (lovely) regularly accumulates on your favourite trainers.

How often should I wash my shoes?

Sharkey told TIME your shoes are due for a deep-clean every couple of months if they face moderate wear – athletic shoes you don daily may ben