How to keep your Cenzo Bag looking brand new

Leather Briefcases

When you invest in a high-quality leather briefcase like a Cenzo or Floto, it is important to take the proper care and precautions to ensure its longevity. With routine maintenance and proper cleaning, a timeless leather bag can easily be carried daily for decades. A classic leather briefcase or messenger bag is the most iconic and desired style for most men. It can act as a briefcase, large carryall, and it can be dressed up or down depending on the style.

Invest in a Good Leather Cleaner

While there are some subtle differences in how to clean your leather briefcases depending on the type of leather used to construct the bags, there are some universal and basic steps you should take with all leather bags to ensure their longevity. The first step to cleaning a leather messenger bag or briefcase is to use a mild leather cleaner that is specifically designed for the type of leather used to make your bag. Lexol makes a good leather cleaner but you can also use a damp paper towel for less dirty bags. If you carry your leather briefcase daily, you should opt to clean it once a month.

Properly Condition Your Leather Bag

We only use the most supple full grain calfskins to make a Cenzo bag, but depending on your climate and conditions it may be prone to cracking over many years if used untreated, so it is important to condition your bag at least annually. Think of conditioning oil like a moisturizer for your face; it prevents drying, cracking, and peeling. Chamberlain’s Leather Milk products are the best that we have come across for restoring old leather and maintaining Cenzo and Floto full grain leathers.  Chamberlain’s Leather Conditioner Formula No. 1 is a natural, water-based concoction of vital oils, nutrients, and a few secret ingredients. This environmentally friendly recipe absorbs gently, replenishing natural oils and bringing your quality leather back from the dead to near new condition. Rich and pleasantly scented, Formula No. 1 will keep your leather healthy, supple and soft for decades to come. This recipe may be used as often as desired to clean, condition and refresh your leather briefcase or messenger bag.

Final Tips

Storing your bag in its original dust cover is another important step to properly caring for a leather bag. Spray protectants and beeswax creams can help protect your bag from rain, dust, and snow. When you choose a top-quality leather tote bag in a neutral color, like black or tan, it will complement just about any outfit in your wardrobe and add the perfect amount of polish and sophistication to any outfit. However, you must invest the time to clean and condition your bag to keep it looking refined and not dingy. With a little extra time, attention, and investment, you can keep your favorite leather Cenzo bag looking like new for many years.