Q&A for How to Wash a Longchamp Bag

First try baby wipes, or a damp towel and mild soap. Most nylon Le Pliage bags can handle machine washing as described above, but some lines have more delicate leather handles that could fade or wear.

A defect in 2006 Le Pliage bags causes the lining to separate and bubble. The only "home fix" is to temporarily flatten it with a dry iron and starch powder. Other Longchamp bags made from bonded leather may also blister; you can try a leather fill product for those.

You can take your bag to any authorized Longchamp retailer. Alternatively, contact the Longchamp repair center at customer.service@longchamp.com. In the United States, call (888) 216-0103 or email repairs@longchampusa.com.

Use a soap that is mild and free of dyes or perfumes. Do not let water spill onto the leather portions of the bag. Water can damage leather. You can clean both the outside and inside of the bag using soap and water.

The official Longchamp care instructions specifically caution against washing bags with leather components in the washing machine, as this could cause permanent damage to the look and feel of the leather.