Love your bags and shoes? Of course, you do! But if storing them gives you a nightmare, these tips are sure to come to your rescue. Be it saving them from humidity or keeping them in perfect shape, we’ve found a solution to all your storing problems!
Clean It Up
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First things first, always make sure your bags and shoes are clean before storing them. Any stain may become super hard to get rid of if stored as is for long. Shoe soles are often tougher to keep absolutely clean, in which case you can keep each shoe in separate shoe pouches before storing.
Storage Story
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If you’re completely clueless about what really works for your storage criteria, you may not be alone. Lucky for you, there are quite a few storage options you may not have considered yet. The best option to store shoes and bags is to use clear boxes. Not only will this help you find them later, but will also make sure your bags or shoes have enough room to breathe in storage. Another great storage idea is to use cloth shoe bags with partitions. Laundry bags also double up as great shoe bags and can also be used when you want to pack your shoes for travel. For bags, it’s important to use the cloth bags your handbag comes with for best storage. Always make sure your containers and bags are clean to avoid any storage mishaps or stains.
Moisture, Who?
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Humidity can be a real villain for your bags and shoes, especially when they’re stored. Moss, smell and dirt can make a mess if your favourite accessories aren’t stored right. Ensure your storage cupboard or drawer is clean and containers are air-tight and moisture-free. You can also use small silica gel packets to keep moisture at bay. This will make sure your bags or shoes don’t get damaged in storage. Bringing out your pieces regularly will help air them out.
Stuffing Is Your Best Friend
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If keeping your shoes and bags in their original shape is your biggest complaint, let’s introduce you to your new best friend-stuffing. You can use any discarded paper to stuff your shoes or bags and ensure they stay in good shape even when stored. More often than not, shoes and bags stored without stuffing may get squished together, causing odd folds and creases. This is easy to avoid with stuffing!