February 2025
Care Guide: The Polo ID Bag
The Polo ID collection is inspired by a sense of adventure, romance, and optimism, with a subtle equestrian sensibility and hardware details inspired by vintage ID bracelets.
To ensure yours ages beautifully, here are some ways to care for your bag.
To ensure yours ages beautifully, here are some ways to care for your bag.
How to maintain its appearance:
- Do not overload. Try not to place too many items inside, and refrain from letting the bag hang for a long time, especially with heavy objects inside.
- Avoid moisture and excessive heat. Water and sun, or other direct sources of heat, can damage the bag.
- Avoid contact with perfume, cosmetics, and other chemicals. These can alter the bag's appearance.
- Avoid contact with oil, acid, alkali, or other corrosive substances. These can shorten the lifespan of the bag.
How to clean it:
- Use a smooth, clean, soft towel for daily cleaning. If the product inadvertently encounters water, use a clean, soft towel to dry it carefully, then hang it in a cool place to dry naturally.
- Seek professional care for your product. A suede or leather specialist, whichever is appropriate for your bag, can help.
- Avoid cleaning products containing chemical ingredients. These may change the surface of metal accessories.
How to store it:
- Return it to the original packaging, and gently stuff it with tissue paper, when it's not in use.
- Keep it in a dry, cool place.
- Carefully protect metal accessories. Moisture or high salinity content can cause corrosion.
- If the bag is stained with large stains or oils, it cannot be cleaned. It is crucial to strictly follow the care instructions to ensure effective cleaning.
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To ensure your Ralph Lauren product maintains quality for generations to come, always follow the care tips provided on each tag. For six of our most iconic products, we’ve sourced extra care tips from our design team.
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