just felt bag. nothing else. trapped moisture can cause the canvas to dry out and curl.Hi. I just got my westminster gm in the damier ebene canvas. Its a really comfortable and gorgeous bag. But am I storing it the right way? Heres how I store it.
I put the bag in the dust bag. Then I put the bag, covered with the dustbag, in this type of transparent bag thing that is quite larger than the westie but good enough for a easy fit. Something like this:
http://www.zfpolybags.com/Html/en/ProductsView_ID26.html
but its handbag shaped. Its those bags made of pvc that you get when you buy those special memory pillow stuff? It has a top zipper, but with a hole on the side. Then I put one pack of silica gel on the back of the dust bag covered bag inside the pvc bag. Only one to prevent moulds.
After the bag in the dustbag, then in the pvc bag, I put it in the large collapsible box that LV gives.
Then after that, I cover the entire box with a large, dry towel. I keep it then in my cabinet with a pillow ( heavy, memory type ) above it.
Am I making it worse? I store my speedy folded in its dustbag inside my closet. We have an AC in our room that is often on because the temp. here in our place reaches 40 degrees Celsius. IT does get cold, but we love it
HELP!!!
How do you store your bags or SLG's?
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I was just at the LV store today and asked about storage and the SA said using the box (in addition to the dust bag) is fine. It keeps the bag in the dark and secure, so they are not just "gift boxes" and "not for storage." The box, in reality, assists in keeping out moisture that causes mold and mildew.
Here is a link to information on storing leather. I am also including a few snippets from the site.
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Fill your bag loosely with bubble wrap to help it keep its shape. Don't use newspaper as the ink can rub off onto the fabrics.
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Put your bag into a dust cover or a pillow case. Don't wrap it in a plastic bag as the leather can't breathe and the smallest amount of moisture can cause mildew and mold.
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Store your leather bag in a dark, cool space out of direct sunlight to keep the leather from drying out and cracking. A good place is in a large drawer or on a shelf in your closet. Don't hang your purse as the stress can stretch out the handles.
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Interesting. A Google search brings up just as many results that suggest not storing in boxes as those that do suggest it. So who knows. I was just passing on info to the OP that many SAs recommend not storing LV items in boxes because the leather needs to breathe. I've only ever stored mine in dust bags, which has worked fine for me.
It's really bad for your bags to store them in boxes. I'm more interested in what my SA tells me than random searches on Google. You can find things on Google that will agree with whatever you want them to. I trust my SA as she is a good friend as well.
It probably is all about conditions. Is it going to get banged around in the closet (with kids and such,) is it humid or arid in the area or in the house, is it going to be stored for a short or long time... and on and on... SO, either way is fine. I just want to do what is right for the most important part: THE BAG!!
That is my problem though. I did ask my SA and he said "in the box with the Dust Bag." I think everyone's opinion differs and just do what makes you feel most comfortable!!
Depending on your climate, just leave them in their dustbags-NO plastic! I don't have pictures because I've never done it, but just think about what your bags are made of...Leather is skin! Just like humans, leather on bags/shoes needs to breathe and have air, otherwise it will dry up, crack, be gross and basically disintegrate. Enjoy your bags and don't worry so much!
I have my bags all stuffed and in their dustbags if possible and then in a large box but I leave the box uncovered. Does anyone know if that is ok storage so I don't have any mold issues? I live in sunny southern california so I don't know if that makes a big difference too! Would love some input , thanks =)
I tried to find a similar thread but I just found old ones. So I thought I would create a new one.😊. If you have a picture of how you store them that would be ideal.
I will go first.
My speedy is on the top shelf and my other items (seen in my avatar) are in my draw.
Can't wait to see everyone else's!
I will go first.
My speedy is on the top shelf and my other items (seen in my avatar) are in my draw.
Can't wait to see everyone else's!
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I keep all my LE items in a display case. Now it's full and the rest of my collection is in boxes stored in my closet I'm waiting to get another display case.
😍😍😍. Just lovely!! Eventually as mine grow, I would love to get a display case!
Very pretty but you shouldn't store anything in the boxes only dust bags as they will crack.
Those are just boxes 😉. I didn't have anywhere else to put them at the moment. ☺️ And thank you! 💓
