Tips for Storing Mens Leather Coat Off-Season
This article focuses on some proper storing tips that can help men’s leather coat to last season after season and that too in proper condition.
Men’s leather coat is the most preferred choice among fashion followers. Though it keeps you warm and comfortable all long the winter, but during summer and spring, it takes almost half of your wardrobe. Well, letting your favorite garment hang in the closet all -long the summer will deteriorate its classy material making it shapeless after certain span.
Below given are some easy tricks for storing your expensive leather coat off- season.
- Get your coat professionally cleaned before you plan to store it. This has lot of benefits. First is the convenience, as it becomes ready to wear whenever you feel like wearing it in the chill weather. Next, the untreated blemishes and stains can set deep into the leather material. This will deteriorate more quickly and there are chances for your coat to attract dust and mites. Thus, to protect your leather from all these harmful stuff, it is better you get it cleaned by professional cleaners.
- Buy good hangers. Metal hangers won’t be an appropriate pick as such hangers bend and break easily due to the weight of leather. Besides this, such hangers can cause pockmark in leather if it’s hung for long time.
- Stuff the leather coat. If these coats are not worn for long span of time, if can start losing its actual shape. Thus, to protect this from happening], you need to stuff it with acid free tissue paper. This will also prevent your exclusive leather outerwear from mildew and dampness.
- Never make use of a plastic cover to wrap your leather coat. Though it is extremely important to cover your coat, but using vinyl garment bag or cloth is a big NO. As plastic traps dampness, it is a breeding ground for mildew and mold. Instead, opt for a big fabric bag that is enough for placing your coat. This will not only allow your coat to breath but will also protect it from dirt and dust. Leather fares excellent in cool temperatures, so ensure you store it in cool place. This will also prevent it from mildew and mold.
Well, if you want your favorite leather coat to proffer its exclusive look and warmness for years to come, then following these above given steps will surely serve a lot of help.