Storing Leather Goods and Protecting Them in the Monsoon

High humidity encourages mould and can leave white spots or a musty smell on leather. Good storage prevents almost all of it — whether you are storing one bag or a warehouse of stock.

Give leather room to breathe

• Store in breathable cotton dust bags — not sealed plastic, which traps moisture.
• Keep items in a cool, dry, ventilated place, away from damp walls.
• Stuff bags with acid-free paper so they keep their shape.

Control moisture

Silica gel sachets inside bags and boxes absorb excess humidity. In storerooms, keep air moving and check stock regularly during the monsoon months.

If mould appears

1. Take the item outside and brush or wipe off the surface mould with a dry cloth.
2. Wipe gently with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild vinegar-and-water solution, after testing a hidden spot.
3. Let it dry naturally in shade, then condition the leather.

Wet leather

If a bag gets caught in the rain, blot off water, stuff it with paper and let it dry at room temperature. Never use direct heat. Condition it once fully dry.