bag restoration: vintage christian dior tapestry boston bag

i used to love this vintage christian dior tapestry boston bag, but it developed molds on the leather trims due to improper storage.  also, the cream tapestry became too yellowed, dusty, and dirty.  this bag is in dire need of rehabbing.

vintage christian dior tapestry boston bag before.

soap and water bath.  i let it soaked for about 30 minutes.

rinse completely.

drip dry.

leather conditioner on trims.  apply when the bag is 90% dry.

dry completely under direct sunlight.  sun is a natural molds and mildew eliminator.  it can also lighten the fabric material.

vintage christian dior tapestry boston bag after.  clean and ready to use.