How I Store My Luxury Bags | What To Do and What *NOT* To Do!

[@ColleenJoudrey]

I haven't had a bag fade in the sunlight but I accidentally sun-bleached one of my left Aquazzura suede shoes and then purposely left the right shoe in the sun to make them the same colour again. Surprising it worked out and now they are even a little closer to the perfect nude for my skin tone.

[@ChaseAmie]

Oh what a happy accident!

[@jeneeobrien]

I’ve been in London the past few weeks and came across your channel when I was looking for shops at Heathrow. Been having so much fun learning more about lux items and also about London while I’m here. I’ve eaten at many of the restaurants you’ve posted about, a bonus! Thanks for teaching me so much on my holiday. I’m having fun shopping and love finding new shops and designers to lust after. Also, really appreciate all the advice on how to care for these beautiful things. Scotch guard - duh! Why didn’t I think of this years ago with my first uggs. Love your closet and I am so impressed by the way you created what you wanted without the price tag. One tip for you I’ve learned about interior design - hang your curtains as far up to the ceiling as possible rather than just above the widow frame - it elongates the ceiling and looks way more lux. Transformed my LR when we made this simple change. Cheers!

[@debm9413]

Great video. I’m hoping to buy shelving units similar to yours but with glass doors. I like to be able to see my bags, but also need them to be inaccessible to my German Shepherd. I don’t think he would randomly grab a bag off a shelf.... but I’m certainly not willing to trust him with a Chanel bag at his level. He might think it’s a really nice chew toy! I love your display. It is art.

[@clevercupcake]

Would love to know if you find any 🥰

[@bellathemusicaddict]

Hey, I think Amie used the PAX elements from IKEA. They are very modular, so you could have drawers on the lower levels instead of shelves so that your lovely dog can’t reach the bags - and then just use the drawers for something that nobody needs to see :) (although there are also drawers with a clear glass front, in which case you could store beautiful accessories in there :D)

[@tamarapetrie9494]

❤️ this video! I just renovated my closet and included an area for my bags. This is how I’ve been storing my bags now too and I love being able to look at my collection. Nice to hear that dust hasn’t been too much of an issue for you.

[@ChaseAmie]

Oh how exciting! Renovating closets is my favourite thing haha - it's such a great feeling to see it come together!

[@Holdmymawashi]

The sunlight always freaked me out in your videos, but I’m from Australia... so the sunlight is... different. It’s fierce here! 🤣

[@DaniOchannel]

True, even my wallets have sun fading. Also from Australia ❤️🇦🇺

[@annabellep6460]

I’m from Australia as well and was thinking the exact same thing!

[@joand3792]

Great video! I saw your little note about the pampas grass & wanted to share a tip I learned recently from a florist. Get a can of cheap aerosol hairspray, take the pampas outside and spray a light coating of hairspray. Allow them to dry fully and the shedding will stop.

[@ChaseAmie]

Oh my goodness, definitely trying this! I have fluff everywhere ALL the time! 😂 Thank you SO much!!!

[@BlackBlood74]

Yay! Been waiting for this video since you moved! Glad you finally got it to a place you like. It looks lovely :)

[@sarachan2460]

Do people leave shoes in their garages nowadays? I do ... I certainly do not like carrying my shoes in and out and no dirty shoes in my closet

[@celiaso8589]

Same here plus probably no room for shoes 😂 My mom cleans her shoes after each use and yet she stores them in the garage as well.

[@amde8554]

I keep my seasonal shoes by the doors on a shoe stacker. My non seasonal shoes are in my closet I clean the bottoms before storing.

[@preidie]

The problem with even minimal dust is it gets on the hardware and over time spoils it sadly. I would never buy a bag that has been displayed open. I have glass door billy bookcases. You can see them perfectly xx

[@FashionSense518]

Kept my shoes in the garage once and shoes got damaged.

[@Hihihibeyou]

Amie! Please do affordable clothing haul or your styling video for spring/summer!! I love your style so much 😍

[@Imprettykc]

Your collection and very organized shelf is sooo motivating and i love to re organize my things tomorrow

[@Ammani143]

I was literally thinking about this! Thank you so much Amie for this video! Love it!

[@eliseg0001]

Great tips! I’ve actually used an upright napkin holder to store clutch purses and it’s worked out really well the last few years. I just put tissue paper around the clutch so it doesn’t touch the metal 🤗

[@jeanmi5045]

What is your strategy on sunny days and which bags to use

[@simplysilent2980]

Love your bags & shoes & the way you set up. Great tips. Thanks for sharing.

[@chezflora]

Could you show us how you wrap chains for travelling? 😊

[@fernandezyajaira]

I keep my bags outside the dust bag as well. If I pay so much for them it’s only fair I see them always.

[@VictoriaAHamilton]

Yea that’s half the fun

[@blake1001x]

Use blockout curtains so as not to worry about the sunlight coming through your windows :) thanks for sharing your bag care tips :)

[@coconutgrove217]

You can buy uv blocking film for windows too

[@ShaizaShamim]

"Your bag, your choice" made me giggle.

[@capelle3940]

Please do a makeup tutorial ... you look amazing!

[@claudiakalkbrenner4148]

I was going to ask the same 😊

[@jazzjimenezlux]

Thank you for this super helpful video. I just started my collections and love to see all your tips to take care of the bags. I would like to keep them looking beautiful for years to come. Love your channel.

[@kalliemj]

God I wish I had a closet this big. So beautiful and nicely spread out

[@beeshopspink]

It’s hard to know what to do as people give different advice. I think if they are not in dust bags they are more likely to dry out over time. My classic flap was on a shelf for a year and that definitely happened. Dust bags from luxe brands are usually very breathable fabric and my Chanel SA advised me to keep them in there but not in the box as that stops air circulation. In hot climates or even here in summer they can get sort of stuck to the shelves so even sitting them on felt or folded dust bag can help. Mine are in a closet with sliding doors in dust bags except a few I’m currently rotating a lot - I also worry about burglary and keeping them discreet so they are harder to find. They do look so lovely on display though.

[@ChaseAmie]

Seriously? Oh my goodness, I've never heard of Chanel bags drying out! I always just keep mine on shelves and never had any issue. Do you use a lot of air conditioning? I wonder if that might have an impact. The burglary thing also freaks me out - the only thing I figured I could do though was take out VERY comprehensive contents insurance lol!

[@beeshopspink]

@@ChaseAmie no we don’t have air con (wish we did) I think over short term it’s fine but will shorten the ‘life’ of the bag in the long run. I’ve never put leather care product on my Chanel bags I’m too scared but do with other brands as it helps keep the lustre and vivid colour. Your closet looks immaculate and I agree it’s a joy just to see them daily

[@jennybloch1821]

Hi! I also keep mines in the dust bags but some of them has deformed the leather 😭 when I keep them upright my Prada, my YSL does leathers are softer and I don’t know how to storage them. I had it like in the video and the weight of the top part of the bag damage the sides of the bags 😭😭😭

[@linhluu5749]

I like your hair curl . What brand name of curling are you using.?

[@catch333this]

Absolutely love how you display your handbags! Goals!!!

[@samanthab.3758]

Thanks for this video! Do you stuff your bags so that they retain their shape? If so, what do you use?

[@Ankimbo]

I have a Balenciaga in blue that I literally use once a year and the blue has faded slightly. But I hear that happens with blues.

[@karinefrommontreal]

Your display is absolutely gorgeous! Unfortunately my bags are facing the window/light so I kept them all on dustbag. To each their own I respect everybody’s opinion on this, do what your heart tells you to do. I would definitely leave them out if the light wasn’t hitting directly on the bags. Ps You look lovely as always💕

[@alicerath389]

Just found your channel when searching for advice on storing luxury bags. Honestly so helpful thank you!

[@yyoung79]

Great Video. Do you have reccomendarions on best bag inserts?

[@Stylinson34]

Please do and update bag and shoe collection :) youre making amazing progress in your house!

[@mkkl7313]

Can you make a brief video on how to put away the chain of Chanel bags? Or how you fold them?

[@makeupbygloria]

What’s the fluffy thingy behind you called and where can I buy some?

[@celiaso8589]

Great information Amie! I haven’t seen all your videos yet but do you have one on how you store the chains in your flaps while they are on your shelves?

[@Nikki_2-k]

Your home is gorgeous! Love the set up

[@hanlai4885]

Hi girl, how do you care for your Chanel? Do you purchase those hardware stickers to keep them from getting scratched up?

[@lynnepierce4534]

Do you keep the boxes the handbags came in or do you discard them?

[@at2425__]

Aime can you please do an updated shoe collection? ❤️❤️

[@kaitlyn_oreilly]

Do you stuff your bags at all? Bag pillows etc?

[@steephaniieeeee]

if the bags are in the dustbag but on a shelf, do you still need to take them out to air them, or do you only need to do that if they are stored in the box?? also, honestly that room is goals, the set up but mainly everything in it lol 😍

[@adalinabecerra8104]

Hi Amie, Can you do a video of your Chanel handbag collection?😊

[@janenuss6]

What about storing the Celine Triomphe bag? I’m not sure what to do with the strap when I store it.

[@chanellenarayan1465]

Do you use baby wipes to clean your bags or conditioners?

[@lclight5306]

Thanks for the tips! I'm working on a dressing room in my house and will be having a separate area for my handbags, displaying them on shelves like what you have. I don't have a large amount of handbags like you, but I do have a decent collection and want to be able to have a nice space for them!

[@cristinaeus3845]

Any coloured item will discolour in time from sun. You should get some black out curtains and just close them when you are not there. If i was to have this kind of space, I would get them glass doors doors to prevent having to dust them xx

[@simonahassan5697]

I live in a super dusty country so dust bags are an absolute must for me. I store my bags in clear plastic dust bags in (closed) closet shelves.

[@AllthePrettyPurses]

Setup is looking great. I hope once it's all finished you won't blur your background in your videos, but let that beautiful space shine.

[@emilylucitt]

Thank you for this video! I love hearing storage and organization tips, especially for lux items!

[@kuromi1813]

Love your bag setup so much and thank you for the informative explanation on how you store different bags 🥰

[@jennybloch1821]

Great all your comments but I also have bags that are soft leather and they got a bit deformed 😭😭 like the big YSL, I don’t know how to storage them. I do keep them in dust bags

[@georginajoseph5359]

Where did you get your shelves please?

[@atfptr]

Hi, may i know do you stuff your bag to keep them in shape? If you were using it, what kind of things would you recommend?

[@bokim8646]

OMG My mouth literately dropped when I saw the fade on your Chanel bag 😱

[@ChaseAmie]

My reaction was much the same 😂

[@mariaq8435]

Hi Amie🙋🏼‍♀️great tips! Thank you for sharing! Enjoy your day😀

[@theicesa]

How about tarnishing or oxidation?😅

[@Wendy-xx4me]

Really enjoyed this, thank you! The only thing I would suggest is to be aware of heating - don't store your bags next to a radiator or floor vents. Same with moisture - if you have storage close to the bathroom, for example.

[@katieebner2000]

Do you do anything to protect your handbag’s feet when they have them on the bottom? If so, what do you use!?

[@chelsied7138]

Do you use silica gels?

[@francesfergusoncook6278]

Really good video, I wonder do you used bag pads at all or do you think because they are stored on a shelf they arent necessary? I cant decide whether to get some or not. currently turning one of our spare rooms in to a dressing room and very inspired by your closet thank you.

[@courtneyportman8205]

Do you have treat your bags like leather/suede sprays?

[@preidie]

Curtains make a home. I can’t imagine a home without them 😍

[@kaursandip402]

Thanks for the helpful tips! Can you please go over if/how you stuff your bags to keep the shape?

[@clarissamedina4565]

What do you use to keep the bag’s shape?

[@heidijay5902]

I live in QLD Australia, the climate can be quite harsh here (hot & humid along with a decent wet season), my bags are kept in their dust bags in a room where I have complete control of the temperature & humidity (along with my entire wardrobe). I also check them regularly when they’re not getting used just to be sure.

[@ChaseAmie]

Oh that makes sense! We thankfully don't get a lot of humidity here (albeit we also don't get a lot of sun so swings and roundabouts!)

[@kesminawheldon5242]

Congratulations xx

[@itscoral]

Would love to see an updated bag collection from you 😊

[@kimkimren5395]

Hi I know this is an old video but, hopefully you’ll still see my question 😅 do you use any bag organizer or base shapers while storing your bags? I’m just worried about sagging or creasing on the base of the bags. Thx!!

[@frenchlace21]

Another factor in bag storage is the humidity level in the country we stay.. High humidity is high maintenance!

[@ChaseAmie]

Very true - one of the few benefits of UK weather; it is a lot more mild (if a lot more gloomy!)

[@iamjulia9458]

@chase Amie - you win some, you lose some 😝

[@knowingluxe]

Need to see this today! I’m always in limbo about deciding what to do.

[@compassrosem]

super helpful and informative! how do you store the bulky boxes?

[@arelunk]

Thank you for sharing these tips, Amie. May I know how and where do you store your dust bags and boxes if they are not in use? Do you have a specific storage area for them?

[@drcandybonsu995]

Always enjoy your tips love it.. thanks for sharing

[@lolipena8051]

Thank you for this video. I had been wondering how to place them as I also have a big window.

[@VictoriaAHamilton]

Has anyone ever tried the film you can put on your windows to protect clothes from sunlight ?

[@HB-tc9bi]

That is a GREAT idea!!

[@effiehagias5696]

Do you store the dust bags inside each of the bags they come with or keep them somewhere else ?

[@glamwithkimbeauty]

This was the video I didn’t know I needed! So informative.

[@shananick401]

Thanks for sharing. What about if your leather or Chanel handbag has dust on it? Do you just wipe it with dry cloth or slidely dam cloth? Do you use leather cleaner? Also do you clean your handbag after each usage or outing? I wish i can store my handbags like your but the dust is crazy even though my room do not have a lot of traffic and i don't open the room window at all.

[@ChaseAmie]

Always a dry cloth. If there's a specific mark, then I'll use a damp cloth but for dust, I always use a dry cloth. If you dampen the cloth, I find that it forms the dust into little clumps on the bag which are then more difficult to remove. I don't clean after every outing - I just don't find it necessary (and I'm lazy haha!). I also don't use leather cleaner unless I see a stain or mark - generally speaking, the fewer chemicals that go near my bags the better! :)

[@shananick401]

@@ChaseAmie Thanks for your advice. Will do that 😍

[@chloenghk]

The pink chanel is so beautufl

[@apple1hun]

Very helpful

[@raeesakarim3046]

How often should we take our bags out to air and for how long?

[@littleluxuries_01]

Love your tips ☺️ I also don’t store my bags in dust bags because I like to look at them, but also because the hardware of one of my Mulberry bags started tarnishing after I kept it in the dust bag. I had stored in without a dust bag for more than two years with no issue, and then within 1-2 months of storing it in the dust bag, I noticed the tarnishing! I’m not 100% sure this was caused by storing in a dust bag, but everything else was the same (kept in the same place)!

[@ChaseAmie]

I do think that a lot can happen when stored in a dustbag - it's just the same air circulating in there! The unknown freaks me out too much haha.

[@littleluxuries_01]

@@ChaseAmie haha same here!

[@cheewashington]

I’m so torn about how to store my bags, currently I store them on shelves in their dust bags, I thought the dust bags are breathable material so still allow the bags to breathe? I used to store them in the dust bags in their box but quickly learned that was not a good idea thanks to Sophie Shohet... what to do what to do lol

[@ChaseAmie]

So properly made dustbags are - I remember LV saying their dustbags are specifically designed to allow for air circulation. But, that's also assuming that you have the perfect environment in terms of air, temperature etc. Which is how most shops store their bags. Most of the issues I've seen have come from extra humidity and then the bag warping because of weather conditions that weren't spotted because of the dustbag. That said, even in mild weather climates, every SA I've spoken to about this has always said regular airing is important - it just lets the leather breathe :)

[@cheewashington]

@@ChaseAmie thank you for taking the time for such a thorough response. Noted 📝 and soon to be put into action 💕 thanks again

[@hananbughaith9158]

Fir the shelf size did you count your bags first or depending on the space you have in the room ?? 💕🌸love your channel 🌸💕

[@LussyCakes]

Thanks for the tips! Just wondering what bracelet you’re wearing on your non Cartier wrist?

[@ChaseAmie]

Missoma double beaded :) This one: bit.ly/3djzeQ4

[@noelleelectra]

from where did you get your storage shelves?

[@ChaseAmie]

Ikea! :)

[@noelleelectra]

@@ChaseAmie thankyou! ☺️ Will need to check it out

[@stephma4293]

Do you stuff your purses (particularly the Chanels) to maintain their shape? If so, with what material?

[@lynnguyen7010]

I have a jumbo Cf and a Le boy in new medium. And I use a seat belt cover for their chains. So it doesn’t puncture the leather

[@krisNt88]

Do you keep your all your boxes for your handbags and shoes?

[@ChaseAmie]

For my luxe items, I do keep the vast majority. I use the stacking/ nesting system to try and free up space :)

[@stanza4578]

Thanks for this useful info. Do you stuff your bags or use bag organisers to prevent your bags sagging? Thanks. 💕💕

[@ChaseAmie]

Only the ones that need it, like slouchy totes etc. For structured bags, I don't find there to be any need :)

[@veeestar]

Thanks for sharing! Do you use air paper inside your bags? Or if you have bag inserts do you just leave those in when not using the bag?

[@ChaseAmie]

Only the ones that need structural help, i.e. slouchy tote bags. The rest I just leave as they are :)

[@swellchstyle3331]

Great tips and suggestions 😍👏🏾👌🏾 thanks for sharing with us 😁👍🏾

[@bagsandlifestyle]

Thanks for the video. I’ve been trying to figure out how to create a handbag wall in my office and was concerned since I leave my shades up all the time. The wall I am going to use is perpendicular to the window, similar to your room. I am glad I can move forward with planning my handbag wall so I can stare at them while I work :)

[@Kaiamii]

Hi Amie! Do you keep your chanel flaps stuffed or use the felts that they come with?

[@ChaseAmie]

Nope, I probably should but I'm too lazy to constantly stuff and pad them out. I find them super structured so they've been fine just as they are :)

[@Kaiamii]

@@ChaseAmie thanks for sharing your knowledge! I've never been one to baby my bags, but I bought my first classic flap (a small rose clair!) recently and since I've never spent this much on anything before, I've been more cautious than usual. I'm relieved to know yours have fared well without the extra precautions : )

[@TheBowkerj]

Hi Amie, your collection is beautifully displayed. Are the tall cabinets from IKEA?

[@ChaseAmie]

Yes! These are actually the Billy bookcases :)

[@briannacampbell4672]

Hi Amie, I was wondering what the name of that Pearl box clutch is please? It would make a stunning wedding bag 😍

[@ChaseAmie]

It's from Sophia Webster - she does the prettiest clutches! :)

[@purseonalhabit9105]

I store mine in a glass cabinet. Previously I stored them inside their dust bags in the cabinet but I noticed mold. So I now store them in lighter/thin bags , still inside the glass cabinet but not in their original dust bags. Hoping this is a good solution and in time i guess I’ll find out but would love your opinion.

[@MariaKonieczna]

I’ve heard that if a bag is not used for a longer time and stands out on a shelf, the piped edge on it can get sticky and actually stick to the shelf, leaving a mark on the shelf, but also looking worse itself. Have you ever had any experience with that?

[@tlc0816]

Love this! Super helpful

[@marieaxen645]

Thanks for all the tips! So useful. /Marie from Sweden

[@princessdyn]

I like closet doors. They keep me from being distracted by my pretty things 😊