Clare Slater London handbags, pouches and small leather accessories are made from some exquisite leathers and hair-on hides. They will age beautifully and naturally, but here are some tips to help you take care of your purchase:
Leather
The leather used for the Clare Slater London collection is of the highest quality and has been hand selected to ensure it meets our standards. Leather is a natural skin which can show some variations in colour and markings which should not be viewed as imperfections. Over time the leather may crease and soften but that is expected with use. In our view, the slouchy and non-structured designs of the Clare Slater London handbags will improve with age. To protect your product from continued exposure to sunlight, we recommend that you store it in the dust bag provided.
Patent leather
As part of the natural ageing process you might notice changes or creases in patent leather. Slight discolouration or some colour transfer may occur. To maintain the appearance of your patent leather product we recommend that you store it in its dust bag. Please do not store patent leather in plastic.
The leather used for the Clare Slater London collection is of the highest quality and has been hand selected to ensure it meets our standards. Leather is a natural skin which can show some variations in colour and markings which should not be viewed as imperfections. Over time the leather may crease and soften but that is expected with use. In our view, the slouchy and non-structured designs of the Clare Slater London handbags will improve with age. To protect your product from continued exposure to sunlight, we recommend that you store it in the dust bag provided.
Patent leather
As part of the natural ageing process you might notice changes or creases in patent leather. Slight discolouration or some colour transfer may occur. To maintain the appearance of your patent leather product we recommend that you store it in its dust bag. Please do not store patent leather in plastic.
Hair-on-hide
The hair-on cowhide is printed with a zebra pattern. Due to the nature of this print, the pattern will vary from item to item. The hair-on hide bags have been designed with a plain leather back to reduce the possibility of friction and the hair wearing thin over time but it is a natural material and so some shedding may occur. If the hair-on hide gets wet, do not worry as it will dry naturally.
Metallic finishes
Metallic finishes are delicate and will wear with use.
General
Colour fastness cannot be guaranteed on leather pieces. Try to avoid contact between your leather pieces and paler materials.
Please take care not to over-fill your bags as it will place unnecessary strain upon the strap and the bags may lose their shape.