wow that is stunning! the python wow wow. it looks gorgeous on you!
apart from what thithi said to do, i've got a snakeskin mulbery bag and the scales lift a bit around the handles, but not much. mulberry recommended using collonil waterstop spray to waterproof it and protect it from dirt. after it dries, buff it for shine in the direction of scales. i'm not sure if python and snakeskin react in the same way, but mine's been fine in the rain and light snow