See all the pictures from The IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2026
See all the pictures from The IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2026

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These outdoor furniture sets will elevate any garden this summer
These outdoor furniture sets will elevate any garden this summer

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The IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2026 winners are…
The IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2026 winners are…

Leonie Corcoran

Real Weddings: Anna and Steve’s intimate Cork city celebration
Real Weddings: Anna and Steve’s intimate Cork city celebration

Edaein OConnell

Social pictures: The launch of the Volvo EX60
Social pictures: The launch of the Volvo EX60

Megan Burns

Page Turners: ‘One Year’ author Susan Bennett
Page Turners: ‘One Year’ author Susan Bennett

Sarah Gill

Natalie Farrell: A week in my wardrobe
Natalie Farrell: A week in my wardrobe

Edaein OConnell

Wedding supplier spotlight: Jo McAteer, Celebrant of the Year 2026
Wedding supplier spotlight: Jo McAteer, Celebrant of the Year 2026

Shayna Healy

How to grow your own edible garden this summer
How to grow your own edible garden this summer

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In Her Shoes: Amber O’Grady, Horse Racing Ireland Ownership
In Her Shoes: Amber O’Grady, Horse Racing Ireland Ownership

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How To: Keep Your Handbag in Pristine Condition


By IMAGE
14th Sep 2015
How To: Keep Your Handbag in Pristine Condition

We put?our bags through so much (and we recently found out that our precious friend that accompanies us wherever we go also?carries quite a lot of bacteria). So do remember to keep your bag clean. If?you splash out and buy a gorgeous designer bag, you’ll want it to look its best for as long as it possibly can. If you follow these simple tips, your handbag will keep its luxurious looks for some years to come and the investment will be well worth it.

  1. Use a bag liner to store your belongings and keep the inside lining of your bag clean and fresh. Liners are?especially useful if you change handbags regularly; amazon.co.uk have a wide selection.
  2. Store your bag in the dust cover provided. This will not only keep your purchase dust-free, but will also prevent fading and reduce the chance of it being scratched or marked, which can happen just as easily at home as on the trot.
  3. Designer bags can easily lose their shape, which causes the leather to look creased or damaged. So make a point of stuffing yours at the end of the day. Remove the bag liner inside and insert some bubble wrap, without over-stuffing, as this can cause the leather to stretch.
  4. If you have a designer handbag that’s now looking the worse for wear, visit leathergoodsrepairs.co.uk? they know their skins, and their labels. You can post your bag to these specialist craftspeople, along with written instructions, and they will liaise with you as to the best method of repair.