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nevchrist · Oct 20th, 2009, 10:59 AM

I just purchased a vintage Gucci patent leather handbag and would appreciate any advice on how to care for it, this is the link, thanks. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...:X:RTQ:US:1123

papertiger · Oct 20th, 2009, 04:48 PM

Vintage patent is very susceptible to becoming sticky/cracking/going grey and matt. I wouldn't store your bag as that's where most of the damage is done as it needs air. Just take it out lots and use it - it will last better that way. You shouldn't have problems with rain, just use a soft cloth to wipe off. A faintly damp cloth is all you need too just to clean the bag - then dry off. Other polishes/cleaners can have solvents in them which will damage the patent.

designergoods · Oct 20th, 2009, 05:09 PM

I was recommended a no-wax leather conditioner such as Cadillac for my bag. It conditions and protects the leather and I have had no problems. Congratulations!!

Oct 20th, 2009, 10:59 AM	#1
nevchrist OP Member Joined: Oct 2009 Posts: 1	care of gucci patent leather I just purchased a vintage Gucci patent leather handbag and would appreciate any advice on how to care for it, this is the link, thanks. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...:X:RTQ:US:1123
nevchrist OP Member Joined: Oct 2009 Posts: 1

Oct 20th, 2009, 04:48 PM	#2
papertiger Member Joined: May 2009 Location: UK/France Posts: 2,688	Vintage patent is very susceptible to becoming sticky/cracking/going grey and matt. I wouldn't store your bag as that's where most of the damage is done as it needs air. Just take it out lots and use it - it will last better that way. You shouldn't have problems with rain, just use a soft cloth to wipe off. A faintly damp cloth is all you need too just to clean the bag - then dry off. Other polishes/cleaners can have solvents in them which will damage the patent.

Oct 20th, 2009, 05:09 PM	#3
designergoods ♥ BV ♥ Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Boutique Posts: 197	I was recommended a no-wax leather conditioner such as Cadillac for my bag. It conditions and protects the leather and I have had no problems. Congratulations!!

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