Leather bag is a long term fashion investment. It may cost you more than your other bag, especially the designer ones, but it will last you a whole lot longer time style wise and quality wise. To make it even last longer in a prime condition, there are certain things you need to ensure, particularly in handling, cleaning, and storing the bag. So if you are fortunate for having a collection of leather bags, here are our top tips for taking care of your leather bags.
Handling Guide
To keep your leather bags at their best condition, try to keep your hand clean and dry before touching or wearing the leather bag. You can make your bag weatherproof by giving it a thin layer of beeswax cream or using a protectant spray. If you accidentally leave a stain in your bag, for example from food or drinks, do remove it as soon as possible. Most stains in leather material can be often removed by using white chalk powder. Put the chalk powder on the problem areas and let it sit for one night.
Cleaning Guide
Regular cleaning and conditioning are important to protect the quality of the leather of the bag. You may find a leather conditioner in the market, use it regularly to moisturize the leather. But be careful to not using the conditioner on patent leather bags. To clean the bag, start by wiping the leather with a damp cotton cloth. You don’t need a wet cloth as leather takes a lot of time to dry. Try not to use too much water as it can discolor the material. Then you can start applying a specially made for the leather cleaner. Cleaning the leather bag is best done for every few months
Storing Guide
There are a few things you need to remember in keeping your leather bags. The first thing is to keep the bag in its shape by stuffing bubble wrap inside the bag. This tip will restore and hold its original form. You will also need to wrap any metallic or chromed parts with tissue paper to prevent unwanted stain. You have to open the straps and buckles if any. It will prevent unwanted creases, especially if you are storing the bag for a long time. If you want to store the bag right after you clean it, make sure it already dry entirely. When storing the bag, stay away from humid places.