Think my HG bag is ruined

[runner1234]

I took the bag to FSH. They were so nice, truly top notch service. The artisans said not to worry that the bag would likely improve about 80% as it continues to dry out and also that it is not noticeable. Although I can still see the water damage, it has definitely improved and you would never know if you weren’t looking for it, and even then only in certain light. So I am relieved! They said it’s very important even with Epsom to wipe any water off immediately (should be common sense I know - think I was in the rain too long and the bag was moist for like 30-60 min before I noticed). Lesson learned :/

 

[runner1234]

Here is the bag 24 hours later

 

[Tonimichelle]

I took the bag to FSH. They were so nice, truly top notch service. The artisans said not to worry that the bag would likely improve about 80% as it continues to dry out and also that it is not noticeable. Although I can still see the water damage, it has definitely improved and you would never know if you weren’t looking for it, and even then only in certain light. So I am relieved! They said it’s very important even with Epsom to wipe any water off immediately (should be common sense I know - think I was in the rain too long and the bag was moist for like 30-60 min before I noticed). Lesson learned :/

That’s great, looks so much better already!

 

[TeeCee77]

Ya looks way better. I’m sure given a little more time it will improve even more. Thank you for sharing. It’s a good lesson for us all.

 

[lynne_ross]

Thanks for sharing! Good to know since I have 2 Epsom Kellys. It looks better already so I am sure it will improve at it continues drying.

Try to not think about it and enjoy your time in Paris!

 

[periogirl28]

Glad to hear this and it looks almost 100% perfect now. Enjoy Paris!

 

[SDC2003]

Looks so much better! What a relief [emoji175][emoji175][emoji175]. Big sigh of relief and enjoy the rest of your time in Paris!

 

[PJW5813]

Remember DocRide's advice to look at bags from a metre away - not close up all the time.
Thanks for the update picture, but after your unfortunate water experience, it did seem odd that you chose to show it in the bathroom standing on the sink.

 

[runner1234]

Remember DocRide's advice to look at bags from a metre away - not close up all the time.
Thanks for the update picture, but after your unfortunate water experience, it did seem odd that you chose to show it in the bathroom standing on the sink.

LoL you are right about that! I was trying to show it in exactly the same lighting as the original pic

 

[Serva1]

Good news, looks so much better already and I know you will take more care in future. I had a year ago a few waterdrops on my new BBB and I remember the feeling, but fortunately the blisters (actually very flat ones, mostly just lighter coloured spots) completely vanished after a few hours. Lesson learned.

I’ve seen pictures of bags with serious non reversable blisters, colourtransfer from denim etc. so I know you need to consider what bag you choose for certain occasions.

 

[bagidiotic]

I took the bag to FSH. They were so nice, truly top notch service. The artisans said not to worry that the bag would likely improve about 80% as it continues to dry out and also that it is not noticeable. Although I can still see the water damage, it has definitely improved and you would never know if you weren’t looking for it, and even then only in certain light. So I am relieved! They said it’s very important even with Epsom to wipe any water off immediately (should be common sense I know - think I was in the rain too long and the bag was moist for like 30-60 min before I noticed). Lesson learned :/

Wonderful
This will make your Kelly more characters and more journal throughout using it
Every mark stain has a story

 

[runner1234]

Wonderful
This will make your Kelly more characters and more journal throughout using it
Every mark stain has a story

I love this! You are right! I will always remember shopping in the rain in Paris with my best friend when I look at it

 

[angelyjoy]

Thank you for sharing your experience, I'm sure everyone here who has read your story will treat their epsom leathered bags more carefully now. I know I definitely will, lesson learned! Now go open that bottle of Chablis or bubbly, but away from the Kelly

 

[ladysarah]

Delighted to read about the recovery of your Kelly. I was caught in exactly the same downpour actually, but would not want the threat of rain to diminish the enjoyment of our bags. What’s the point otherwise? Here is a photo of a tres chic Parisian to see what she does in the rain...

 

[yoshikitty]

Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Do you mind posting a photo of the bag one week later? I hope the water spots will get even less noticeable or even go away totally.