The care companion I wish I had when I bought my first designer bag

When I bought my very first luxury handbag, I was so excited. I’d saved up, done all the research on which one to choose, and when it finally arrived, I was over the moon.

What I didn’t have was the right care advice. No one told me how to protect it properly. I ended up following the wrong recommendations and using products that weren’t safe - and I completely ruined that bag (& several bags that followed!).

That moment is something I’ve never forgotten. It’s the reason I started Havre de Luxe, and it’s exactly why creating this guidebook means so much to me.

After more than 6 months of work, I’m so proud to finally share the Luxe Vault Guidebook with you.

This guide is something I’ve dreamed of making for years. It’s filled with everything I wish I had known back then - and everything we’ve learned after helping over 70,000 customers care for their own beautiful collections.

I’ve written this alongside industry experts, leather artisans, and restoration professionals who’ve spent decades working with some of the world’s most iconic handbags.

We’ve included the questions we get asked every day. The tips we’ve never shared publicly. The real stories, the preventative steps that could save you thousands, and the heartfelt lessons from our incredible community.

Inside, you’ll find:
✨ How to deal with colour transfer before it becomes permanent
✨ What to avoid when caring for delicate leathers like Vachetta
✨ My personal storage and travel tips
✨ The care myths that could be doing more harm than good
✨ And practical advice to help you love your collection for years

It’s beautifully designed, image-heavy, and easy to read with QR codes taking you straight to videos and blog posts - because I wanted this to feel like something you’ll actually use, not just keep in a drawer.

Most importantly, I hope it becomes your go-to care companion. Something you can come back to every time your bag needs a little TLC.

We’re offering it as a free gift on all orders over £100 / $130 - because I believe caring for your collection should feel just as special as carrying it.

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Thank you so much for being part of this journey. Your support means more than you know.

With love,
Katelyn x
Founder of Havre de Luxe