Caring for a leather belt
Men of substance will recognize the importance of a custom belt and will commit to the maintenance of that belt to last for decades.
· Another general rule to follow is after purchase, treating the belt with a leather conditioner. However, with any Beau Satchelle accessory, we automatically condition the leather product before being boxed for delivery. An application of a good conditioner will deter dirt and moisture and prolong the lifespan.
· Water and leather don’t mix, so it is important to lightly blot with a towel and allow it to air dry.
· Don’t ever use a hair dryer to dry a belt; this may cause the leather to become brittle.
· To prevent your belt from developing an odor from body sweat, periodic cleaning is a must. We suggest, it is best to have your daily belts cleaned and conditioned 3-4 times throughout a year by a professional such as a shoe cobbler or a leather cleaning business.
· Certainly, to lengthen the lifespan, it’s important to own at least 2 similar leather belts (casual versus business) for alternate use.
· Keep your luxury leather belt(s) away from the sun, windows or anywhere where there’s a direct heat source to keep the leather from cracking.
· Never store your belt in a tightly rolled position in a drawer. Some companies like Hermes do advised keeping their belts rolled. We prefer that you instead hang in your closet by the buckle to allow the leather to breathe and rest in the hanging position or loosely rolled in the dust bag provided. -AJ
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Eagle by Design – brown and black belt
Insidehenderson – brown belt and shoe
HeungSoon – Black Alligator Belt
Sunbeam Photography – needle and thread