Definitely, nothing last forever, even though we all wish they could. But, we can significantly increase the lifespan of our precious items by taking good care of them. Leather accessories are to die for, and in our world today, there is hardly anyone without a leather item or two. They may even be the most basic of items like a pair of earrings; nevertheless you may need to thoughtfully care for your luxury items to give them a fighting chance at lasting a lifetime.

Below are 5 ways you can make this dreaming a reality.

1. Store your Accessories properly– There is no novelty in the saying that if you want your accessories to last for a lifetime, you need to be intentional in storing them. They cannot be stored away haphazardly; neither can they be stored away in a manner that is not appropriate for leather accessories.
   To run through the safe storage ways quickly, here are some safe ways you may need to store your accessories to make last for a longer time.

• Store them in a paper bag, if this is not available; store them in a used pillow case.
• Never keep them on the bare floor, rather store them safely on the shelves or other wooden material in the home.
• Do not expose them directly to the sunrays or other harsh lights in the home that may cause them to peel and lose their beauty and luster.
• Periodically, It may be a good idea to air them outside, but never under the direct rays of the sun.
• Never expose your leather accessories to moisture or water.

2. Polish them Often– Imagine your favorite pair of shoe going on for days, weeks and even months without being polished, it would be quite a nasty sight to behold. On the contrary, imagine your favorite shoe looking glossy and neat, this will definitely be a better sight that than the first imagery. Apart from for the purpose of aesthetics, polishing can also help in improving the lifespan of our accessories by protecting the leather from wear and tear.
   For the record, I just made the example with our shoes, this is not to say that these are the only leather items that can be polished. A whole lot can be polished like our bags, earrings, leather bracelets and so on.

3. Avoid Moisture– leather, especially genuine leather is water absorbent, because it is made from animal skin. This type of leather absorbs and retains moisture from spillage or when it is washed. It does not repel water. Overtime, this accumulated moisture may lead to the buildup of mold that is harmful to the leather accessories.
   A great way to prevent this is to make sure that your leather accessories are kept far away from water and incase of any mishap, it is best to dry them immediately under the fan to prevent further damage.

4. Apply Conditioner to your Leather Piece– This may sound strange but it is absolutely true. Applying a suitable conditioner to your leather accessories is a good way to ensure that your accessories last a lifetime.
   Conditioners not only make your leather accessories look beautiful, it also helps in preventing damages to the leather accessories. Studies have shown that leather accessories that are conditioned regularly stand a better chance of not being affected by humidity and other adverse weather conditions.
   To apply conditioner to the leather piece, all you need is a pair of gloves, an old dry cloth or napkin and a good conditioning serum. The next step will be to apply a generous amount of serum on the leather, rub on it gently till it is well saturated and then you leave it to air dry in a well-ventilated room.
5. Keep your Leather Piece Clean– It is true that dirt can affect your leather accessories. Dirt’s from dust due to prolonged exposure, stains from ink, makeup and others, leftover food particles and mud stains. While dirty accessories can be very unsightly, they also have the potential to damage our precious items by encouraging the buildup of fungi and in the long run the formation of mold

Leather bags are one of the luxury items people love to own, they come in different designs and shapes and can be used for various occasions. If stored right, they can last for a very long time. Leather bags cost a fortune to purchase; sadly, they can also get ruined if they are not used properly.

It is a common sight to see leather bags peel, grow mold or get discolored, though there are other reasons that cause this damage, a chief cause of this condition is poor storage of the bags. I may need to add that if leather bags get bad due to poor storage, there will be no way to reverse this condition, so it is better to prevent this than to live in regrets. In this article, proper storage practices of leather bags will be explored.

1. Store the bags in a Paper Bag– Have you noticed that new bags are always wrapped in a paper bag especially the handles. This is necessary to maintain the right temperature for the bag and to prevent the leather from peeling off.
   If the paper bag that was used to store the bag during purchase is no longer available, you may make use of an old pillow case to effectively store the bag till it is needed.
   Another harm that may come to the bag if they are stored in a thick bag is that it could encourage the buildup of mold. To avoid this, twice a month, you may need to air the bags outside, but remember to avoid direct exposure to the sun.

2. Do not Hang the Bag by the handles– This is a common practice for most people as they feel the bags need to be aired at all times inside the room to avoid mold and peeling. This may be true during certain weather conditions but may prove to be counterproductive during humid weather. It has been observed that direct exposure to the sun rays or harsh light in the room may cause the leather to peel.
   Dark areas are preferred for bags as too much exposure to light may cause the bag to lose its color which is also as harmful as peeling.

3. Concrete Floors are Harmful to Leather– Whatever you do; never place your bags on the floor. This singular practice can damage the best leather bags permanently. Concrete floors are known to contain fungi that can damage some leather bags. Little wonder, shelves are preferred to bare floors when it comes to bag storage.
4. Do not Store the bag immediately– A common mistake many people make is to put away their bags immediately they return from an outing, this can aid the buildup of mold. A common rule to always remember is that no moisture, no mold. A good practice will be to air dry the bags under the fan, as the bags may have become moist from usage or spillage from water and drinks. When the bags have properly dried off, they can be stored away in the shelves.
5. Wrap the Contents of your Bag properly– Leather bags are susceptive to stains and may wear out if they come in contact with corrosive materials like glues and other forms of adhesives. To be safe from this kind of happenings, have a small bag in the leather bag where you can safely store these items like your lip stain, adhesives, colors and any other material that can harm your precious bag.

From the foregoing it is clear that while bags can be an item and many people love to have lots of them, they can also be a source of constant ache, in an attempt to make them more durable and useful to us.

Among the many sure ways to store your bag, a good tip is to make sure that you do not store them on concrete floors, also, never hang them on the wall by their handles, you may also avoid exposing your leather bags to the direct ray of sunlight or other harsh bulbs in the home. Next, when storing the bags, never store them too close to each other and finally, be sure to store them in a paper bag or old pillow case. If you adhere to these tips, you can be sure to have your bags in a good condition for the longest time possible