Dust Bag
Why dust bag is bad for your handbag
Jan
Very often, you will hear people advising you, “when your leather purse is not in use, remember to store it in the dust cover …”. This is partially right, after all dust bag’s main purpose is to keep your expensive handbag free from dust. But do you know that dust bag can do more harm that good for your handbag at times. Let us explain to you why …
Avoid Dark or Colored Dust Bag
Some dust bag color may color transfer over time, especially for dust bags that are darker or brighter in color. There have been color transfer cases reported on Purse forum from the orange Hermes dust bag (See below pic). This probably explain why they have dropped this bright color looking dust bag.
Another dust bag that is key concern for many is the red dust bag provided by ome have experienced color bleeding from the dust bag onto the shoe.
Many Chanel’s owners are also very concerned on the black dust bag that were issued to them. Even though no one has reported on color transfer due to this black color dust bag, many concerned owners still prefer to use their own light-colored dust bag to store their light-colored handbags.
One of the most popular alternative is a soft cotton white pillowcase (see below).
It is best to avoid dark colored dust bag that may cause color transfer.
Faster Oxidation of the leather
Storing your handbag in the dust bag over time without airing may cause oxidation to takes place faster. Always remember to take the handbag out of the dust bag to be aired at least twice a month. Depending where you are located, this process may be escalated due to heat and humidity.
If you do not know what oxidation of leather means, it simply mean aging and wearing of your leather. As a result of oxidation, your leather may turn color. This is also commonly known as “patina” for Louis Vuitton leather handbag.
Growth of Mold
Poor ventilation and high humidity encourage the growth of mold. A cotton dust bag is always much better compared to one that is made of polyester. This mold condition is even more noticeable if you located in tropical area in Asia like Singapore. Do you notice that mold stain on the following white dust bag.
Avoid buying dust bag that is made of polyester. Cotton is a much better ventilated fabric compared to polyester.
