How to take care of your leather bag correctly?

Bags are incredibly versatile, making them the perfect accessory for any outfit! Available in many designs, colours and styles, leather bags can showcase many aspects of your personality, including your lifestyle, taste, interests, work and personality.

To help you take good care of your handmade bag, we have compiled a list of 5 tips:

Be careful not to splash the bag with disinfectant, perfume or fragrance.

Alcohol and other chemicals in these products may cause the leather to fade, bleach and even weaken.

We recommend to carry an umbrella in case it looks like it will rain.

Even though Pampora Leather Bags may be exposed to rain without being damaged we recommend carrying an umbrella in case heavy rain is expected. After it dries, the bag will look the same. However, once the bag has completely dried, it is better to treat it with leather wax.

Make sure the bag is stored properly.

We advise storing the handcraft in a cotton bag in a dry place if you are not going to use it for a long period of time. If you don't have a bag like this, you can use a cotton pillow case instead. This material allows air to enter the bag, ensuring that it retains its shape. 

Periodically, at least once in 3 months, use a special wax to care your leather bag.

Pay a special attention to the color of wax you are applying to ensure that it matches the colour of your bag properly. The wax protects and treats the leather, and creates a glossy and beautiful look.

However, if you don’t find a special wax, but your handcraft needs to be treated urgently, we will reveal a small secret that will perfectly work in such cases. We use olive oil to care for the leather, so :

We use olive oil to care for the leather, so :
-Wipe the surface of the backpack with a cotton wool;
-Leave it for 15-20 minutes;
-Wipe the entire surface with a clean material and VOILA. Simple, economical and functional.

Extend the life of your accessory with small daily actions.

-Do not overfill the bag in order to maintain its original shape
- Wipe away dust at least once a week with a very soft cloth
- Treat the scratches frequently in order to maintain its perfect condition.
- Do not dry wet leather bags next to a radiator or with a hairdryer

You need to take care of your lovely leather bag, and remember to treat it properly so that it will be with you for many years. A regular maintenance program will keep your bag looking great while avoiding some of the concerns that all leather products have.

 

Pampora Leather bags are made to last and if are properly cared for, they can last even for decades. We encourage you to treat your handmade leather bag like an investment, and if it is adequately cared for, you will enjoy it for many years to come.