Care & Repair

This sturdy leather has a vintage look and feel. Irregularity in color and texture are part of the charm, and scratches can sometimes occur due to the natural finish. The best way to treat Hunter Leather is with the Collonil Organic Shine & Care, due to it’s moisturizing properties and gentle application. It nourishes but doesn’t tarnish the color of the leather. We also recommend treating Hunter Leather before use, and then every couple of months with The Collonil 1909 Supreme Wax Spray for overall protection and hydration.

Classic leather will deepen in color over time due to exposure from the elements. Some light markings may occur especially around an era that is being touched frequently (for example, around the flap of around the hardware), but a few drops of  the Collonil 1909 Leather Lotion will work like magic on our Classic Leather. In addition to the lotion, we recommend The Collonil 1909 Supreme Wax Spray for overall protection every 6-8 weeks, especially if your bag is regularly exposed to heavy rain or extreme sunlight.

Just like our Classic Leather, Stromboli Leather will deepen in color, and soften over time. We recommend using the The Collonil 1909 Supreme Wax Spray before your first wear, and then regularly every 6 – 8 weeks for protection against sun and rain exposure. A few drops of Collonil 1909 Leather Lotion will also hydrate and remove any blemishes on the exterior surface.

Soft to touch but equally durable, our Soft Grain Leather is easy to care for. We recommend the Collonil 1909 Supreme Wax Spray before wear and every 6 – 8 weeks, for overall protection and hydration. Saddle Soap is also great for deep cleaning, and won’t change the look of any Soft Grain Leather colors. With Green Soft Grain Leather, you can also use Collonil Leather Lotion (Do not use on Black or Wild Oak).

Our O My Bag Canvas is made from 100% GOTS organic cotton, finished with a light wax layer for extra durability. We recommend the Supreme Protect Spray to protect against water, dirt and other elements. We recommend applying this spray frequently for best results. For Olive Canvas, apply every 3 weeks, and for Burgundy, Navy or Black Canvas apply every 4 weeks. Keep your canvas out of direct sunlight to prevent premature fading. For marks and stains, use a damp cloth and rub gently. We do not recommend machine wash as this will damage any leather components of the bag, and the metal fittings.

Pen marks are unfortunately one of the toughest stains to get off leather. If you’ve accidentally marked your bag with a pen, the best you can do is act quickly to remove the stain. Use a leather lotion and rub the mark immediately, but please be aware there is always the risk that you will spread the ink, especially if it’s a new bag and not very worn. The other thing you can try is using a pen eraser (usually the blue part of an eraser) to scratch off the leather slightly which may remove the mark.

Did your water bottle leak in your bag and leave a mean water stain? We recommend using the ‘Famaco Saddle Soap‘ on water marks. Using a cloth, apply a small pea-sized amount of the gel to the affected area and rub slowly in circular motion. Try to spread it evenly across that area of the bag, and then let it dry naturally.

The key to removing olive oil spots is to do it as soon as the stain is made. Using a mix of olive oil and water, spread the mixture evenly over the whole bag or leather item. The oil in the mixture will blend the edges of the stain outwards and the water will help to dilute the mark. Please note this does darken the leather slightly, but reduces the prominence of the stain. Be careful not to put too much, and start with a small amount, gradually applying more where needed. And remember that as time goes on, the leather will evolve and likely darken, meaning the stain will eventually blend.

If your light-colored bag gets darker on spots that have rubbed on your clothing we suggest cleaning these areas with ‘Famaco Saddle Soap‘. Use a cloth to apply a small pea-sized amount of the gel to the affected area and rub slowly in circular motion. Spread it evenly across that area of the bag, and then leave it to air dry. Afterwards apply the correct leather lotion for moisturizing (see our ‘Care Products‘ page for instructions).

If the stain is dry, grab a pencil eraser. Work the eraser over the stain, making small circular motions and applying light pressure. Brush the suède to restore the fibres (nap) once the stain is gone. Stain still there? Head to the pantry for some white vinegar. Pour a little bit onto a clean, dry cloth, and rub the vinegar into the stained suède. Let the suède air dry, and then brush the spot to remove any lingering marks.