https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:08:27 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-950203 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 20:38:32 +0000 bj1111 950203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>white soft erase--click up kind like sarah.</p> <p>use a light hand especially on non-pebbled/textured leather. </p> <p></p> <p>works especially well with textile bags, especially light colored ones</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-949936 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:46:07 +0000 Carole 949936@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've used Magic Eraser (Mr. Clean, I think) also and like Zap says, damp and with a very light touch! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-949826 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 13:40:03 +0000 Sarah A 949826@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Seconding the protective spray... after having to do a big cleaning wearing my white bag with new jeans just once this has seem to really help keep the maintenance cleaning frequency needed down. </p> <p>ETA: Cadallic is the brand of spray sold at the nice shoe store here.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-949815 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 13:27:58 +0000 Transcona Shannon 949815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I second purchasing a proper leather cleaner from somewhere that sells it. I buy leather cleaner from Danier Leather and it works beautifully. Once clean, you may want to find a leather protector spray and spray it - it keeps it from getting dirty as easily. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-949742 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:25:18 +0000 Eliza 949742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy- My white clutch from Nordstrom&nbsp;is one Angie highlighted awhile ago. &nbsp;It is&nbsp;made of resin by Sondra Roberts. &nbsp;It wipes off very easily when needed and is fun for a change, feeling both retro and current. &nbsp;Not a roomy clutch, just space for essentials. &nbsp;I do not think it is currently available at Nordies, but the concept of different material possibilities may serve you well for white clutches. &nbsp;I can manage a white leather bag, but agree that a clutch would be more challenging.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948888 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:36:00 +0000 Anonymous 948888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tanya, I also use this cleaner for my Kate Spade bag (in avatar),<br /> <a href="http://www.katespade.com/designer-handbags/leather-handbags/leather-cleaner/ZURU0001,default,pd.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.katespade.com/desig.....lt,pd.html</a><br /> Ditto on being super careful with the magic eraser. I did use it on said bag, to remive denim transfer and I did not have any problems. The thing is that the bag is pebbled leather so it is super resillient.<br /> As far as professionals, I no longer rely on them for these things, because I have come to the conclusion that no one would be as careful with my stuff as I will. I am OCD like that. Go on Yelp or other review sites before hand. it bothers me that most of them will tell you they will not be responsible for damage... no..no... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948876 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:23:19 +0000 Anonymous 948876@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wishing you luck. I have no suggestions but this potential problem has kept me from investing in a white or cream clutch because of so much contact with hands. I wondered how others keep them clean. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948872 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:19:20 +0000 JayS 948872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coach sells a leather cleaner that has worked for me. It removes the dye from denim as well as daily use grime. I love it for my lighter color bags.<br />Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948861 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:00:45 +0000 Eliza 948861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cleaning light leather is tricky. I recently had a bit of ballpoint pen ink on a light colored jacket. I tried a couple of Internet suggestions. What worked in this case was rubbing alcohol, first tested on a hidden spot. It was very effective. Other lessons learned: extreme caution is indicated with Magic Eraser type products. They are abrasive and easily remove the finish on the leather. Agree that conferring with an expert makes sense. Solutions may vary depending upon both the type and finish on the leather and the nature of the dirt or stain. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948817 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 10:06:13 +0000 Jjsloane 948817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would consult with a drycleaner who does leather cleaning (most send them offsite though and I might not do that without a recommendation) Also contact the handbag maker for advice. I've seen tons of leather cleaning products and advice and services&nbsp;(to include putting them in the washing machine) but if this is a special bag I would not risk them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948773 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 05:56:51 +0000 jenanded 948773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tanya the ladies at Danier swore they had products for this when i bought my white leather jacket... &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948706 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 03:17:44 +0000 Sarah A 948706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've used a white pencil eraser (the click up kind) with good sucess. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948700 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 03:14:37 +0000 Anonymous 948700@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Magic eraser, lighly damp and rub, very very gently. Works like a charm. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-tough-problem---how-to-clean-white-leather-hnadbags#post-948693 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 03:05:59 +0000 Tanya 948693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I own two white-ish leather handbags: a big bright white tote with woven texture and a cream smooth leather satchel. &nbsp;They have both gotten fairly dirty from wear. &nbsp;To make the matter worse, they both have blue marks from jeans that rubbed onto them. &nbsp;<br />I have googled around for various cleaning advice, and tried everything that looked reasonable, including saddle soap, hand cream and hair spray among many suggestions. &nbsp;Nothing has worked at all and&nbsp;at I am at a loss what to do. &nbsp;Should I bring them to a professional and to which kind? &nbsp;They were both very pricey for me, the cream one is my only "very nice" handbag &nbsp;( by Kooba)&nbsp;that I splurged on when I defended my PhD and I am really worried about possibly having ruined them. &nbsp;:( </p>