First you should consider if you want to clean your fashion bags yourself or go to an professional. Professionals know how to clean designer handbags, they do it all the time and will not mess up. Well, that is if you make sure that they do indeed know what they are doing, there are no guarantees. So just read reviews about the company before you hand over your precious high fashion purse. However, going to an professional can be expensive, so you may want to clean your bag yourself. Below are some options that can help you do it yourself. Now you have to weight your options. You could try doing it yourself first and then if you cannot clean your purse, then take it to an professional. Remember, always start with a small test patch on an area that is least visible.
Suede Fashion Bags
Suede fashion bags take special care as all designer handbags do. Have you heard that you are not suppose to get suede wet? Well, believe it or not getting suede wet can actually help clean it. First use a dry suede cleaner block to rub out the stains. If the stains are persistent then ironically try holding the suede purse over rising steam from boiling water and continue rubbing the area with the block. Or you could try wetting the block and rub away. So yes, using a little water to get the suede high fashion bag clean is necessary. Also, when you first buy the purse make sure to spray it with a weather protector.
Leather Fashion Bags
Leather fashion bags are the most durable of all the materials usually. And leather can actually look better with a little age. However, stains do not look good on leather designer handbags. Use some leather cleaning conditioner. Pour a small amount on a light colored soft wash cloth and gently rub the stain away. Rubbing the leather bag with the conditioner will also help to moisturize the bag, so go ahead and condition the whole leather bag. It is a good idea to condition you high fashion leather bag every so often anyway, just to keep it looking its’ best. So try to make it a habit while you are watching TV. If you have a really stubborn stain, such as an ink stain, try using a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol or non-acetone nail polish remover and see if that works. If you just want to protect your leather designer handbag you could also use some Vaseline, believe it or not it will work as a water protector and it will shine up your stylish designer handbag.
Fabric Fashion Bags
Canvas or other fabric fashion bags can get dirty over time too. For stains from other clothing or magazines, a wet white cloth and some soap will do the trick. Now be sure to use a white or light colored cloth. And then gently rub the stain out. If you have other more stubborn stains, such as food, drinks, or ink stains, a special fabric cleaner may be needed. Follow the instructions of the individual cleaner. Many of the top designer handbags stores sell these fabric cleaners. They usually run for $10, which is a lot, but it really is not a lot if you want to keep your expensive investment in tip top shape. However, perhaps you should just try the cloth and soap first. You could even try using a baby wipe as well.
Don’t forget to clean the gold-toned or silver-toned adornments on your fashion bags as well. Shine up those buckles and face plates and whatever other kind of trinkets. Try using any jewelry cleaner on them. Be sure to test a small amount on a small area first and then gently shine away.
Fashion bags are an investment and it is important to take care of your investment. Try to remember to give your designer handbags a little tender loving care every now and then. Keeping your bags in beautiful shape, will make you more proud and happy. As soon as you see a stain, clean it, don’t wait until it sets into the fabric’s fibers. So take care of your fashion bags and enjoy them for many more years to come.
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