As good as New

Once you've got your new Coco Barclay handbag or accessory home of course you will want to look after it.

Leather naturally softens and wears with age which makes the product look even more beautiful and creates great character. We use a lot of glazed leather which has a soft shine due to the finish of natural wax. Some customers like their leather with the wax rubbed off, leaving more of a matt finish. But if you want to keep that shine, you will need to re-wax the bag from time to time. We prefer to use any hard, clear wax. Rub it in with a cloth, wait 20 minutes, then buff thoroughly with  any soft fabric. It also helps keep dirt away and repels moisture. Good leather products should last a lifetime and  even be passed on to the next generation!

To keep leather in the best condition we recommend using a leather protector. We use the US based brand Fiebing's, who are experts and this year will be celebrating their 120th birthday! Here at Coco Barclay we wonder if the reason they are so successful in America is all of the wide open space, where horses and saddles are big business! Also, it seems like quite a coincidence that Fiebings are based in Milwaukee, where Harley Davidson is also from (and me, as it happens). Fiebings are probably the choice for Harley owners everywhere, to keep their motorcycle seats and protective wear in gleaming condition! The law in Wisconsin states you don't have to wear a helmet, but you do need to look your best!

Fiebing's sell on line here http://www.fiebing.com/ or in retailers across the world.

We use many of their products, including their saddle soap. Just mix with a little water and rub over the leather. It makes the leather look as good as new without taking away any of its 'sparkle'. Another good product is their saddle oil which makes leather shine and restores the moisture. 

Next time you purchase a Coco Barclay leather good just ask us about the leather and we will be able to tell you were it comes from and how it was processed, more on that later.

For information on looking after your Coco Barclay just drop us an email at info@cocobarclay.com and we are happy to answer any questions.

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