Clean the lining Pull the fabric lining out, if possible, and wipe with a damp sponge that's been rinsed in hot, soapy water. If the lining of your handbag is leather rather than fabric, take care not to get it too wet at this stage as this could make it brittle.
High-end handbags, purses, wallets and backpacks should never be dry cleaned in a dry cleaning machine. They should always be hand cleaned. Think of a dry cleaning machine as large home washing machine.
Turn the lining inside out and clean using a lint roller. If you cannot pull out the purse lining, vacuum using the fabric brush attachment. To clean the leather, mix a solution of warm water and dish soap. Dip a soft cloth into the solution, wring it out and wipe the exterior surfaces of the purse.
Scrub the bag with a soft brush or cloth, focusing particularly on especially dirty areas or spot stains. A toothbrush is good for ground-in stains and hard-to-reach crevices. A sponge might work better on mesh areas. Turn the bag inside-out and wash the interior as well.
After emptying your pack, gently vacuum seams and crevices in the pockets and way down inside the main body of the pack to remove any crumbs, sand or loose dirt. Remove the hipbelt and shoulder straps, if your pack allows. Wash those separately with a sponge and a little soap. Rinse well under running water.
Use a mild detergent mixed with water as a cleaning solution. A gentle body soap, dishwashing soap, or a small amount of laundry detergent are all good options. Using your brush, mix the water and soap until some bubbles start to form. Scrub the surface.
Cleaning the Inside of Your Leather Shoes
Remove the insole, and use a soft cloth to gently wipe dirt and debris off the surface. Place the insole on a separate soft cloth or newspaper, clean it with a mild detergent or cleanser and scrub with a damp cloth.
The simplest and most effective way to remove any dust or dirt from your bag is to use a dilute solution of warm soapy water and a soft clean cloth. Mild liquid hand soap is ideal, but please avoid any stronger detergents as these could affect the leather or pigment.
All real monogram Louis Vuitton bags are made of natural cowhide leather. Louis Vuitton purses are water resistant. That being said, they still are able to get water stains and water marks. If needed you can add a little solution of warm water to clean.
Use the wand attachment of the vacuum cleaner to suck up any crumbs, lint, little bits of paper or other debris from the bottom of a thrift store purse. Baby wipes can be used to clean up little marks on the purse lining. Freshen the handbag by placing a dryer sheet inside.
You should use a non-abrasive cloth and warm water and a mild washing liquid mixture to give your bag a good surface wipe, as the rule here is to keep it simple. later you can wash it with a soft, clean cloth.
Never use baby wipes, vinegar, or any other 'home remedy' for cleaning or stain removal. Many of these products have chemicals and substances in them that can cause damage to the colour, dry the leather out, create a build-up of grease, and any number of other problems.
Throughout time, stiff leather goods tend to break down to a softer and more comfortable wear but machine washing leather helps to expedite that process of softening the leather as well.
Leather — whether this is real leather, or synthetic or plant-based leather — is almost always unsuitable for machine washing and should never be soaked in water during cleaning. Always check the care label before you start to clean any leather item for any special requirements.
To clean and disinfect your Gucci bag, damp a terry cloth with alcohol or use anti-bacterial wipes and go over the entire bag. Wipe down the straps, bottom of the bag, and inside lining. Allow the bag to air dry completely before using it again.
Brush Down, Shake Out
Start by shaking out your bag to get rid of loose dust, dirt and crumbs. If you have a large, clean, soft bristle brush – like those used to clean suede shoes – gently brush the outside of your bag to knock off dust and dirt. If you don't have a brush, dust it off with a towel.
To Remove Odors Inside Backpacks or Smelly Gym Bags:
Alternatively, sprinkle baking soda into the backpack, zip shut and allow it to sit for 2-3 days to neutralize odors. Tip the backpack or bag over a trash can to remove excess baking soda and wipe out the interior with a damp cloth.
Almost every household has vinegar, and it is one of the easiest ways to de-stink anything. Add some vinegar to a spray bottle with a couple of drops of lime juice and spritz it on the straps of your backpack and any other place that is smelling particularly ripe.
Rinse the treated area with cold water before tossing it into the washing machine. Put your backpack into a large mesh laundry bag or old pillow case when it's ready to go into the machine. All the attachments can go into a separate mesh bag. Wash on the gentle cycle with only a small amount of bleach-free detergent.