Great thread love swift and look forward to seeing many more beautifull swift bags, anyone worried about swift and rain dont, as i got caught in a real downpour and my Swift KD and my Tadelakt both got soaked left them both to dry and the Swift was as good as new but the Tadelakt had blister marks that never left so I would not think twice about getting a bag in Swift but will never buy one in Tadelakt

EtoupeBirkin Great thread! I am happy to hear about your spa experience. I have to send a swift bag away and it gives me hope!! I am also partial to smooth leathers too. Love Chamonix! Great for colours!Thanks again for sharing!

Wow still so amazing!!

Originally Posted by sbelle

Thanks for starting this thread-- it really shows swift in its full glory!

I'm glad you found this thread helpful!!!

Originally Posted by Keekeee

Thanx so much for sharing etoupebirkin.. My one and only swift B30 is almost 3 years old, and she's in a very good shape, no scuffing on the edges and its stand on its own when empty.. Its good to know that when i finally need to send it to spa it will come back like new.. May i know how old is your swift B?

Thanks, my birkin is just shy of 4 years old.

Originally Posted by honhon

I have found that Swift is tougher than you might think. I believe its soft quality helps because it cushions impact when the bag touches other items. I have an Epsom bag which is quite delicate for the opposite reason. The leather is so stiff, it it hits or rubs against anything, there is wear at that point. I know that there are people who adore Epsom. The way I use my bags makes me hesitate to ever get Epsom again. I have heard this from a SA in GV. She said exactly the same thing to me. She recommended me not to get an epsom for this very reason. She said for SLG epsom is fine but not for a workhorse bag.

That's a good SA!!! He or she is a keeper!!!

Originally Posted by Iwantaspybag

It is very thoughtful of you to start this thread. So many of us wonder about what a spa treatment can do. And the information on swift is so helpful.

Originally Posted by celestewg

Something to share with all of you. My first birkin was in swift leather too. Initially I was worried about it being scratched easily because that was a common comment about swift leather. I have to say that this is not true. Here's a pic of my swift birkin before going to spa. Trust me, I almost cried when I saw it coated with thick dust. My contractor created this mess. Attachment 1821752 I brought it to spa, and was so happy that it came back looking good! Attachment 1821756 I waited for about 3-4 mths for it to come back. Worth the wait!

I'm glad your birkin came out so well. She looks new and gorgeous!!!

Originally Posted by TankerToad

I LOVE SWIFT. My most favorite of all Hermes leathers. It is thick, matte, and yummy. Love the way it takes color. Love the soft and of it. I have swift in Birkin, Kelly and Kelly Longue and Jige. Love the way it feels when wearing. It is durable, doesn't mind water too much and is so elegant.

TT, Swift is so practical. I took my Swift Kelly Flat today. Washington, DC weather is mercurial at best. So when it rained, I didn't worry about the bag one bit. Gotta Love Swift!!!

Originally Posted by Florasun

Thanks for starting this thread, EB! I love your description of swift - I almost want to lick your bag! Your bag is a beauty - Etoupe is such a fabulous color.

Thanks Florasun!!!

Originally Posted by lovely64

Thanks for the yummy pictures EB!!! Your bag is a beauty! Great thread to remind us of the beauty of Swift.

Thanks Lovely!!!

Originally Posted by 3H4GOOD

Thank you for starting the thread. your birkin looks stunning. You make me love my newly purchased prune swift birkin more.......

Prune Swift Birkin!!!!! PLEASE POST PICS!!!!! Prune is one of my favorite colors, ever....

Originally Posted by ladyjane 963

Great thread love swift and look forward to seeing many more beautifull swift bags, anyone worried about swift and rain dont, as i got caught in a real downpour and my Swift KD and my Tadelakt both got soaked left them both to dry and the Swift was as good as new but the Tadelakt had blister marks that never left so I would not think twice about getting a bag in Swift but will never buy one in Tadelakt

Sorry about your Tadelakt bag. Did you try to spa it?

Originally Posted by Julide

EtoupeBirkin Great thread! I am happy to hear about your spa experience. I have to send a swift bag away and it gives me hope!! I am also partial to smooth leathers too. Love Chamonix! Great for colours!Thanks again for sharing!

Thanks Julide!!! I love Chamonix too.

Originally Posted by hoying8

Wow still so amazing!!

Thanks!!!


Thanks!!!

Originally Posted by celestewg

To tell you the truth, I don't really pay special attention to my swift birkin. I would say that I try to be very careful with it, after the incident (contractor covered my bag with dust) I made it a point to keep my bags into the dust bags immediately after use. That's all.

ic... just curious when your bag was covered with dust, why did u have to spa it? i thought dust can come off easily with wiping right?

Originally Posted by purpur2012

ic... just curious when your bag was covered with dust, why did u have to spa it? i thought dust can come off easily with wiping right?

The dust on my birkin is not the normal kind of dust. The dust came about because of intensive hacking of walls. I tried to clean it with a wet tissue, but DH advise not to do that in case the chemical in the wet tissue didnt work out with the leather and create spots. It is better to spend a little more money rather than to take risk.

Originally Posted by honhon

Incredible spa power. Wonder that same spa can do to my face and body?

Amazing...totally look like new ^^ Thanks for sharing :)

Originally Posted by celestewg

Something to share with all of you. My first birkin was in swift leather too. Initially I was worried about it being scratched easily because that was a common comment about swift leather. I have to say that this is not true. Here's a pic of my swift birkin before going to spa. Trust me, I almost cried when I saw it coated with thick dust. My contractor created this mess. Attachment 1821752 I brought it to spa, and was so happy that it came back looking good! Attachment 1821756 I waited for about 3-4 mths for it to come back. Worth the wait!

OMG!!! The dust was totally a disaster Glad it is ok now

Originally Posted by celestewg

The dust on my birkin is not the normal kind of dust. The dust came about because of intensive hacking of walls. I tried to clean it with a wet tissue, but DH advise not to do that in case the chemical in the wet tissue didnt work out with the leather and create spots. It is better to spend a little more money rather than to take risk.

oic.. yes i totally agree!!

Originally Posted by omiao

OMG!!! The dust was totally a disaster Glad it is ok now

Yes that was very bad! I was so furious with the contractor!

Originally Posted by celestewg

Yes that was very bad! I was so furious with the contractor!

Hmmm u didnt keep your bag when the contractor was working?

Originally Posted by purpur2012

Hmmm u didnt keep your bag when the contractor was working?

I kept it in my wardrobe but there were gaps between the wardrobe sliding door. Also it didn't help even when they put a protective cover on my wardrobe. Unfortunately.

loooooveeeee swift !!!!!! perfect bag doll re enjoy in the best of health !!!

Now it gives me a different opinion about the Swift leather. :) Gorgeous work with the spa and yes it can be risky to clean it on your own as you never know if by wiping you may scratch the leather with some of the coarse debris.

Originally Posted by fuyumi

Now it gives me a different opinion about the Swift leather. :) Gorgeous work with the spa and yes it can be risky to clean it on your own as you never know if by wiping you may scratch the leather with some of the coarse debris.

Right. Thanks :-D

Originally Posted by birkel

loooooveeeee swift !!!!!! perfect bag doll re enjoy in the best of health !!!

Thank you!