Is it okay to Scotchguard my Gucci?

Munchkin1206 · Jun 7th, 2008, 03:55 PM

I know there's probably a thread on this but without the search function, I won't be able to find it. I recently got the Abbey hobo in sand mono at the Nordies sale. I've never owned a canvass bag and I'm a little paranoid about dye transfer from my jeans or just the bag getting accidentally wet. Is it pre-treated or should I spray some scotchguard on the canvass areas? Is that safe?

bagdoll · Jun 7th, 2008, 04:32 PM

Yes, I would definitely protect yoru bag. I use Kenneth Cole handbag spray protector.

rensky · Jun 7th, 2008, 05:21 PM

i do that even to my canvas LV bags...i use Wilson's Leather protector...HTH!

kar126 · Jun 7th, 2008, 05:36 PM

for gucci canvas I wouldn't be super worried. I just clean the leather straps once in a while... I never had a problem with dye transfer as long as you take care of your bag on an everyday bases :)

rensky · Jun 7th, 2008, 09:18 PM

i had denim dye transfer onto my canvas abbey tote before..that's why i got rid of it...i'd suggest for you to treat the canvas! HTH!

babevivtan · Jun 8th, 2008, 05:00 AM

can the treatment be done DIY? Just spray? any skills involved or need to cover the leather straps before spraying or can the straps be sprayed too? TIA

floridagal23 · Jun 8th, 2008, 06:18 PM

I just spray mine outside and leave it in a well ventilated area for a few hours. Do not spray too close to the bag (like in one spot in particular). I just "mist."

PS..I went into the gucci store (the gardens) and asked if this was safe and they basically gave me a nasty look and were like..why would you even do something like that..we don't recommend that, blah blah. Now they have nicer people working in there but seriously, I want to protect my bags! Hello..hurricane/rainy season coming up! I asked the SA at gucci nyc and she told me it was totally fine to spray carefully.

binky · Jun 8th, 2008, 11:01 PM

I Scotchguard my Flora canvas horsebit hobo and it's perfectly safe. No running of colors or anything like that.

coleigh · Jun 9th, 2008, 01:12 PM

I have dye from my jeans on my hobo bag, and I rubbed the fabric. A few of the fibers were lose. I pulled them, and it is very visible. I think it is going back in the dust bag. It is my only fabric Gucci bag. My other Gucci bag is Guccissima leather. It is delicate too. The corners of my Abbey are worn, and I've only had it a year. I take it out when it absolutely compliments my outfit. I think I'll do that with my bamboo ring hobo fabric bag from now on.

iluvtoshop441 · Jun 10th, 2008, 12:50 AM

omg this is a good idea where do we get this from or what is this stuff do we take it to dry cleaning?

Jun 7th, 2008, 03:55 PM	#1
Munchkin1206 I need it.	Is it okay to Scotchguard my Gucci? I know there's probably a thread on this but without the search function, I won't be able to find it. I recently got the Abbey hobo in sand mono at the Nordies sale. I've never owned a canvass bag and I'm a little paranoid about dye transfer from my jeans or just the bag getting accidentally wet. Is it pre-treated or should I spray some scotchguard on the canvass areas? Is that safe? __________________ Wishlist: YSL Downtown in purple patent Something Prada!

Jun 7th, 2008, 05:21 PM	#3
rensky damier once again Location: OC, SoCal	i do that even to my canvas LV bags...i use Wilson's Leather protector...HTH! __________________ - i believe i'm banned -

Jun 7th, 2008, 05:36 PM	#4
kar126 Simple Girl Location: Vancouver, BC	for gucci canvas I wouldn't be super worried. I just clean the leather straps once in a while... I never had a problem with dye transfer as long as you take care of your bag on an everyday bases :) __________________ Currently on purseban until October 2008

Jun 7th, 2008, 09:18 PM	#5
rensky damier once again Location: OC, SoCal	i had denim dye transfer onto my canvas abbey tote before..that's why i got rid of it...i'd suggest for you to treat the canvas! HTH! __________________ - i believe i'm banned -

Jun 8th, 2008, 11:01 PM	#8
binky Member Location: Third rock from the sun	I Scotchguard my Flora canvas horsebit hobo and it's perfectly safe. No running of colors or anything like that. __________________ "The things that will destroy us are: politics without principle; pleasure without conscience; wealth without work; knowledge without character; business without morality; science without humanity; and worship without sacrifice." - Mahatma Gandhi

Jun 7th, 2008, 04:32 PM	#2
bagdoll Member	Yes, I would definitely protect yoru bag. I use Kenneth Cole handbag spray protector.

Jun 8th, 2008, 05:00 AM	#6
babevivtan Member Location: Singapore	can the treatment be done DIY? Just spray? any skills involved or need to cover the leather straps before spraying or can the straps be sprayed too? TIA

Jun 8th, 2008, 06:18 PM	#7
floridagal23 Member	I just spray mine outside and leave it in a well ventilated area for a few hours. Do not spray too close to the bag (like in one spot in particular). I just "mist." PS..I went into the gucci store (the gardens) and asked if this was safe and they basically gave me a nasty look and were like..why would you even do something like that..we don't recommend that, blah blah. Now they have nicer people working in there but seriously, I want to protect my bags! Hello..hurricane/rainy season coming up! I asked the SA at gucci nyc and she told me it was totally fine to spray carefully.

Jun 9th, 2008, 01:12 PM	#9
coleigh Laugh and live.... Location: 22 minutes from great shopping destinations~~	I have dye from my jeans on my hobo bag, and I rubbed the fabric. A few of the fibers were lose. I pulled them, and it is very visible. I think it is going back in the dust bag. It is my only fabric Gucci bag. My other Gucci bag is Guccissima leather. It is delicate too. The corners of my Abbey are worn, and I've only had it a year. I take it out when it absolutely compliments my outfit. I think I'll do that with my bamboo ring hobo fabric bag from now on. __________________ Happy harvest! My two pumpkins

Jun 10th, 2008, 12:50 AM	#10
iluvtoshop441 Member Location: PA	omg this is a good idea where do we get this from or what is this stuff do we take it to dry cleaning?