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SusanMargaret · Jun 16th, 2008, 04:32 PM

Has anyone experience of buying a used BV and having it cleaned? I have been following a previously enjoyed one on e-Bay. It is described as "needing cleaning". What are your thoughts? If I buy, how would I get it cleaned and do you think the results would be worth it? I realise that buying new is the better way, but at the moment this is not an option. SM

chiaoapple · Jun 21st, 2008, 05:59 AM

Hi SM, there's a site, lovinmybags, that specialize in cleaning high-end bags. But honestly, I would recommend you save for a new bag, just because there are no absolutes with cleaning (especially with delicate colors), and the suede interiors of BV bags can be tricky.

jelts · Jun 21st, 2008, 06:51 AM

I agree with chiaoapple. I think that you might be disappointed with your purchase should it come and be in a worse state than you expected. Hold out for a new bag, if you can, or one in better condition.

A cheap bag in bad condition will be a real heartbreaker.

SusanMargaret · Jun 21st, 2008, 03:09 PM

Chiaoapple and Jelts - Many thanks for your thoughtful responses. I agree with you. No need to rush. I'll wait until the right one comes along!

Jun 16th, 2008, 04:32 PM	#1
SusanMargaret OP Member Joined: Jun 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 108	How big a deal is it to clean a BV? Has anyone experience of buying a used BV and having it cleaned? I have been following a previously enjoyed one on e-Bay. It is described as "needing cleaning". What are your thoughts? If I buy, how would I get it cleaned and do you think the results would be worth it? I realise that buying new is the better way, but at the moment this is not an option. SM

Jun 21st, 2008, 05:59 AM	#2
chiaoapple Member Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 636	Hi SM, there's a site, lovinmybags, that specialize in cleaning high-end bags. But honestly, I would recommend you save for a new bag, just because there are no absolutes with cleaning (especially with delicate colors), and the suede interiors of BV bags can be tricky.
chiaoapple Member Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 636

Jun 21st, 2008, 06:51 AM	#3
jelts Member Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,798	I agree with chiaoapple. I think that you might be disappointed with your purchase should it come and be in a worse state than you expected. Hold out for a new bag, if you can, or one in better condition. A cheap bag in bad condition will be a real heartbreaker.
jelts Member Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,798

Jun 21st, 2008, 03:09 PM	#4
SusanMargaret OP Member Joined: Jun 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 108	Thank you! Chiaoapple and Jelts - Many thanks for your thoughtful responses. I agree with you. No need to rush. I'll wait until the right one comes along!

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