How to Clean Louis Vuitton Bag

What You'll Need

• Mild baby soap or castile soap
• Distilled water
• Soft microfiber cloths
• Magic eraser (for canvas only)
• Leather conditioner (for vachetta leather)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1

   Identify the material

   LV bags use coated canvas (monogram/damier), vachetta leather (trim), and sometimes epi leather. Each needs different care.

2. 2

   Clean coated canvas

   Dampen a microfiber cloth with a tiny amount of baby soap and distilled water. Gently wipe the canvas. For stubborn spots, use a magic eraser very lightly.

3. 3

   Clean vachetta leather trim

   Use a barely damp cloth to wipe the leather trim. For stains, apply a small amount of baby soap and wipe gently. The patina (darkening) is normal and desired.

4. 4

   Dry and shape

   Wipe everything with a clean dry cloth. Stuff with acid-free tissue paper and leave open to air dry at room temperature.

5. 5

   Condition leather trim

   Apply a thin coat of leather conditioner to vachetta leather trim only. This prevents drying and cracking. Do not condition the coated canvas.

Pro Tips

• TIPKeep your LV bag stuffed with tissue paper when stored to maintain its shape. Use the original dust bag.
• TIPApply a leather protector to new vachetta trim before first use to slow the patina darkening process.
• TIPNever store designer bags in plastic -- it traps moisture and causes mold. Always use breathable dust bags.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• XUsing alcohol, bleach, or household cleaners, which strip the coating off the canvas and damage the leather.
• XOver-saturating any part of the bag with water, which causes water stains on vachetta and warps the canvas.
• XApplying baby wipes, which contain chemicals that damage both the coated canvas and leather finishes.

Frequently Asked Questions