DIY restoration of 30-year-old Chanel classic double flap bag

I attempt to restore a 30-year-old Chanel classic double flap bag bought from Japanese reseller Brandshop Reference brandshop-reference-jp.com
List of products that I’ve used
1. Spring Fresh Cleaning Wipes Orange
2. Oakwood Leather Carr Hydrating Cream
3. Oakwood Everyday Leather Wipes
4. Timberland Waximum Waxed Leather Protector
5. Tarrago Leather Care Balm in black
I bought everything with my own money. This is not a sponsored video.

[@RadosVelegi]

Thank you so much HIDUPZ for taking us shopping…my wish list just got longer

[@emduplessis9996]

You are a very BRAVE woman for jumping in and doing what you did. I think it came out fabulous. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@cs4370]

I love the honesty! You did a great job!!!! I've learned working with leather (I'm not an expert -just trial and error) Dry time is key with the waxes and pigments. It's like they take some time to "cure". I use black shoe cream or shoe polish on my Harley Davidson biker boots and they don't transfer color - but I leave them for days to dry. I beat them up so much, but this process has helped me keep them a lot longer. My method is Clean, hydrate with leather cream (leather honey is great for high end bags. For my biker leather I am not picky), color the item with a balm/cream and let dry (overnight is best), then seal with a wax. This order of operations have always worked for me. I've used it on a mustard yellow Michael Kors bag, and my Kate Spade loafers (white). I'm doing the same method on an old Coach Bucket Bag that's leather/fabric I purchased 15 years ago!!! That was a mess it had like wearing down on that plastic coating everyone uses. Honestly - I'd use this method on a Chanel too (I sold quite a few Chanel, Gucci, LV, Givenchy, and Fendi handbags at Saks). Saphir is a great leather product brand for restoring color on luxury goods. The managers always recommended Leather Honey. They're both on Amazon. You did a Great job and I cracked up watching you because you're so authentic. It was honestly refreshing. I plan to buy a vintage Chanel soon and want to restore it myself. I would feel much more satisfied with the learning and the DIY than taking it to a pro. Thank you for sharing this with us!!!! :)

[@zmr2033]

I love how honest and raw you are when when talk. It's like you're saying everything I'm thinking but out loud haha. Great video x

[@xoxogiselle]

🤩 Your bag came out amazing! Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@juliereynolds8566]

Great job. And thanks for being so adorable while doing it. Really enjoyed this.

[@sabrinah.6058]

It looks so great!! Thanks for teaching us how to do this!

[@247snob6]

Love your real talk!! Totally a fan now ❤️

[@kathyzakharyuk8050]

Nice home restoration video. Hilarious 😂 when she admits she’s so tired of all the rubbing and polishing🤣🤣 I feel ya girl

[@nicoleguise6936]

You did a very good job. I hope you are enjoying it. I do the same thing when I receive a new to me/vintage handbag.

[@virginiadesouza8356]

Great job. Thanks for posting

[@sarahhang735]

Love the way u talk!Very honest n so funny

[@DJones-xw7go]

It look really good- thanks for sharing

[@TeahanJongebloed]

When it comes to luxury items，I honestly choose *hidupz*

[@TubnQT]

You did a beautiful job!!

[@Habitphc69]

Love your honesty

[@nancydunton831]

Super job, fantastic❤

[@nicolestewart]

You did an excellent job. I restored my vintage Louis Vuitton mm monogram backpack during lock down. At first it was fun and then omg it got so tiresome. I finished it finally

[@Flaubert]

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[@jashownaparis1021]

New subbie here. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. You're are definitely one of the realest KZbinrs ever, I absolute love your honestly and choice of words. ❤❤❤

[@Andy01833]

Great work 👍

[@NYCNYC-ib6sy]

Excellent job:)

[@desomedea]

I love your sarcasm ❤️

[@ceknott]

excellent fast and quick

[@mariefink3024]

Good job!!!

[@Mailechannel]

Omg my bag same condition, but I have no idea how to fix till i saw this! Thank you

[@juanitaleak6482]

It actually turned out really nice but it was a roller coaster 😂 I was scared!

[@maripimenendez9337]

Thankies 🎉 congrats I have a similar job to do on mine!

[@LoyaltyIsEvrthng]

Lmao @7:30 ... you did a good job for doing self restoration

[@tammyd.5812]

Thank you great tips, list products on your video. Love it. Some videos just talking and talking how that's help us.

[@debbiewong456]

i have the exact same Chanel bag as yours

[@germaineagustin5979]

I love this video interesting

[@charlyntupaz8533]

What you think you could have done differently in the process? Do you recommend do the balm first before conditioning?

[@EllenandTara]

It turned out amazing, I loved this video! I'm also from New Zealand so great to watch someone else who has access to same products etc. The chanel i'm looking at is very cheap but it does have some peeling in the bottom corner so I'm unsure if it's worth getting as a imagine that would be hard to repair! Thanks for the great video, I hope you upload more soon :)

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@Stanley Kyree instablaster :)

[@stanleykyree9552]

@Darwin Idris thanks for your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out atm. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later with my results.

[@stanleykyree9552]

@Darwin Idris it did the trick and I now got access to my account again. I am so happy! Thanks so much you really help me out :D

[@darwinidris4001]

@Stanley Kyree glad I could help :)

[@germaineagustin5979]

Hi i have question what liquid do you apply at the edges of the bag?

[@ennmin]

Lol! I love it. Very unique DIY way of restoring a luxury bag.. love love !! But I certainly would not engage with ur services 😅

[@agsl0905]

you should have use Saphir leather care produce. I use it on all of my designer items. And they smells good !

[@justpreciousthings6045]

I’ve heard a lot of good things about Saphir but unfortunately its products are not sold in New Zealand and shipping from overseas is too expensive.

[@ellisrose8017]

I was gonna say the same. Because they use it in my Chanel boutique & my SA advised me this balm.

[@Michelle-qg1qf]

What kind saphir product? I tried to search in amazon and so many type saphir i saw. I dont know which one😢

[@johndevries4801]

NICE JOB U

[@xevelynluu]

My vintage Chanel rubs off black when I wipe it with wet towel, do you have any advice?😢

[@ThePurseCurse]

Hello, where have you bought the bag? I'm looking for a trustworthy Japanese reseller

[@luvzilla]

Does the black rub off over time? Or is it staying on pretty well. Tfs!!

[@justpreciousthings6045]

Not since I put the Timberland wax on!

[@angelasoWA]

I just bought a project WOC, I hope it works out for me. Pray for me!

[@naminatahargrove4639]

I did great 👍

[@ratgirl669]

Did the leather become more stiff/dry after the restoration?

[@justpreciousthings6045]

It only got more supple because it’s very well conditioned now.

[@rokuun1]

There is no stitches on the side and bottom?? This purse looks like a dupe to me....

[@t.vanders.7216]

Looks good! But i’m a bit confused, don’t all classic flaps have a zipper compartment in the flap and don’t they also have quilting on the bottom and sides? Or it this bag even more vintage than the ones I have seen online

[@amirrachao2500]

Yes, this is more vintage one, and this is calf skin. I have the exactly same one from Poshmark, which costs me 2190 includes tax

[@simplytandya]

Yes, same here! Based on all my research the hidden compartment has been on the bags since the original design in 1955. As the story goes, Coco hid it there to have a secret spot to stash her love letters.

[@simplytandya]

Do you know the year by any chance?

[@justpreciousthings6045]

I was a bit concerned too but I have seen other classic double flap bags with the same straight flap, no secret zipper design online and according to the date codes they are from the late 80s/early 90s.

[@justpreciousthings6045]

@@simplytandya the authenticator thinks it is from the late 80s to early 90s.

[@Polkadotslove]

Hi there do u mind sharing the Japanese stall or shop you bought your vintage chanel from?

[@lilyz3580]

May I ask how much did u pay for this bag? Great video btw, very informative!

[@justpreciousthings6045]

I paid about US$1700 but I was charged import tax when it arrived in NZ.

[@lilyz3580]

@@justpreciousthings6045 oh I hope the import tax was not too much, but $1700 is such a good price!!

[@justpreciousthings6045]

@@lilyz3580 it was about 20% which was a surprise to me because our GST is only 15%. But there is no Chanel in NZ so it was the best option I can find

[@lilyz3580]

@@justpreciousthings6045 still not bad, I got a vintage Chanel that’s 28 years old at a local vintage boutique. I paid $2900 CAD😂 so jealous you paid less than $2000 CAD plus duty

[@MsLaetitia26]

@@lilyz3580 I'm too ashamed to say I got a 15 years old chanel for basically free. Actually paid $40. For shipping. But the bag was in terrible condition and I don't think it will still be considered an authentic chanel after I'm done customising. But the good thing is I also got a spotless coach parker and fossil bag for $200 🤗 The lady was just getting rid of her bags

[@victourrogan2243]

PEORIA, ILLINOIS…

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[@Niceshopx03]

@ *lvguci* The canvas tote actually reminds me of the Hermes Garden Party too. Thanks for making this video to suggest more budget friendly alternatives. love it!

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