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Care guide · Chanel · Lambskin

Lambskin bags: scratches, colour transfer and what to do

The Upcycle Story · Andheri West, Mumbai · 25 October 2026 · 3 min read

Lambskin is the softest leather on a luxury bag. That is why it feels so good, and why it marks so easily.

What marks it

Jugaad that works

  1. Light scratch? Rub it gently with a clean, warm fingertip. The warmth often blends it away.
  2. Fresh colour transfer? A soft, dry cloth, gently, the same day. Old transfer sinks in.
  3. Never wet wipes, alcohol, nail-polish remover or a rough cloth. They take the colour off with the stain.
  4. Dark denim day? Carry it on the other side, or pick a darker bag.
Lambskin needs a light hand. Deeper scratches and set-in transfer are covered with a matched colour touch-up, done thin so the leather stays soft.

When it needs us

Send photos on WhatsApp and we will tell you what can be saved. Pickup is free anywhere in Mumbai. See edge colour repair, dry cleaning and recolouring.

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Questions

Can deep scratches on lambskin be fixed?

Yes. They are filled and colour-matched, thinly, so the leather keeps its softness.

Is caviar leather different?

Yes. Caviar is grained and much tougher. It scuffs at the corners rather than scratching.

How should I store a lambskin bag?

Upright, lightly stuffed, in its dust bag, with nothing on top of it.

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