Do YOU use your dustbag?

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I used to use them when I'd store them but I have a closet room now where the bags are on display, and the dust bags are folded underneath the bag so that the bag is sitting on it. Meanwhile I stuff the bags with air bags or bubble wrap.


Same here! I love walking into my closet and seeing all my bags on display, makes getting ready in the morning more enjoyable [emoji39]
 
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I was advised by a few SA of different Designer shop not to put my bags inside dust bag. At first I was reluctant to leave all my bags in the open shelves. But after hearing more n more advise from Sales Assistants, I don't keep in dust bags any more. SA said dust bag is not good for humid tropical weather where we live.

Those living in humid tropical country, Please advise. TIA


I didn't know this.
I always keep my bags stuffed and in its dust bag. I do put those desiccant gel packs in each dust bag. There's also a Thirsty Hippo in the wardrobe where I keep the bags. I tend to change my bags pretty often and will clean the one I am using before storing it.
I usually also give the bag I plan to use the next day a once over just to ensure it's pristine.
My oldest bag (8 years old) still looks good so I guess it's working?[emoji28]
 
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Not anymore I want them displayed that I can see them and that way it's easy to picture my outfit with my handbag that day. But I use my dustbag for my SLG and when I travel.
 
Not anymore I want them displayed that I can see them and that way it's easy to picture my outfit with my handbag that day. But I use my dustbag for my SLG and when I travel.


I have all my 40+ bags on shelves without dust bag ever since few SA from different brand suggested to me 2 years ago. So far everything is still ok. Having bags out on display also makes it easier for me to see what I want to match with my outfit. And I think we wouldnt mind rotating more often too.
 
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I feel like keeping bags in the dust bags might lead to them getting more scratched especially those with chains. When I started putting them in dust bags, I have to make sure that all the chains and hardware aren't digging into the leather. I feel dust bags are a bit unnecessary unless you live in a really dusty area or where your bags can be exposed to the sun.
 
Hi ladies, I was at hair saloon recently n saw article from old magazine on how to store our beloved bags.

In the article, writer advised switching to cotton pillow case if dustbag provided is too thick or in dark color. The resin is because storing inside thick dustbag doesn't work well if we r living in tropical country with high humidity.

Pillow case with thread count 200 is good, nothing above 400. Thicker isn't good for breathability. Breathability refer to how the fabric allows moisture vapor to b transmitted through the fabric this keeping moisture level low inside the bag to prevent growth of mold. N get while or very light color, avoid prints.

As for some people who use dehumidifier, the writer also have guidelines on how to set temperature according to which country we live in.

Unfortunately I can't take the old magazine with me lol. And I'm not good with explaining. English is not my main language. [emoji23] I've been told that my English sucks!
 
Do you think leaving bags out would cause the hardware to oxidize more quickly?

I used to live in one of the most polluted cities in the world, and I found that leaving my bags out left the hardware to oxidize pretty quickly. It wasn't a particularly humid place, so I personally blame pollution. I think it really depends on the climate of where you live :amuse:
 
I only keep the bags that I don't use all that often in their dustbags. Those that I do wear, I just stuff with paper to maintain their shape and put them on the shelf. Eye candy :amuse:

But I do keep all of the dustbags, I never throw them away.
 
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