DIY Essentials: Luxury Care & Repair

This online academy was created by popular demand from the thousands of patrons and supporters across The Luxury Outlet platforms. For over a decade, our team has been passionate about giving luxury handbags and accessories the love and care that they deserve. We have developed a particular speciality for repairing pre-loved luxury and are sharing the process and tools with you in our Course Modules and behind-the-scenes video Workshop Documentaries. Become a part of this unique and exciting community and discover the many benefits that we have to offer!

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Luxury Care & Repair: DIY Essentials Course

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Course Curriculum

13 Chapters · 146 Lessons

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Module 0 | Introduction to Luxury Care & Repair
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  0.1 Welcome to the Course!
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  0.2 Meet Marina
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  0.3 Subscription Benefits
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  0.4 Course Framework
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  0.5 Course Community
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  0.6 LIVE Monthly Group Q&A Calls
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Module 1 | Luxury Lexicon
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  1.0 Introduction to Module 1
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  1.1 Terminology
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  1.2 Abbreviations
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  1.3 Designer Pronunciation Guide
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  1.4 Condition Ratings
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  1.5 Vintage Luxury Classification
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  Module 1 Challenge
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Module 2 | Luxury Materials Overview
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  2.0 Introduction to Module 2
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  2.1 Understanding Luxury Materials
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  2.2 Woven Fabric: Canvas
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  2.3 Woven Fabric: Denim
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  2.4 Woven Fabric: Silk, Satin & Velvet
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  2.5 Woven Fabric: Wool, Cashmere & Tweed
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  2.6 Natural Fiber: Bamboo, Straw & Raffia
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  2.7 Synthetic Polymer: Nylon
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  2.8 Synthetic Rubber: Neoprene
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  2.9 Luxury Hardware
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  2.10 Natural Leather & Suede
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  2.11 Bovine Leather
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  2.12 Goatskin Leather
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  2.13 Lambskin & Sheepskin Leather
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  2.14 Avian Leather
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  2.15 Reptile Leather
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  2.16 Aquatic Leather
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  2.17 Game Leather
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  Module 2 Challenge
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Module 3 | Supplies & Set-up
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  3.0 Introduction to Module 3
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  3.1 Lux Academy Safety & Risk Disclaimer
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  3.2 Workshop Supply List
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  Repair & Replacement Resources
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  Authentication Recommendations
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Module 4 | Maintenance & Storage
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  4.0 Introduction to Module 4
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  4.1 Luxury Maintenance
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  4.2 Storage: Stuffing, Dustbags & Boxes
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  Luxury Storage: Wallet
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  Luxury Storage: Bag
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  4.3 Storage Location
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  4.4 Care Schedule
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  4.5 Twilly Benefits
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  Twilly Benefits
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  Module 4 Challenge
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Module 5 | Fabric Care
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  5.1 Introduction to Fabric Care & Cleaning
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  5.2 SAFETY & RISK DISCLAIMER
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  5.3 Woven Fabric | BARE CANVAS (Uncoated)
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  Bare Canvas: Excerpt Vintage Burberry Parts 1-2
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  Bare Canvas: Excerpt Vintage Burberry Parts 3-4
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  Bare Canvas: Excerpt Vintage Burberry Part 5
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  Bare Canvas: Excerpt Vintage Burberry Part 6
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  Bare Canvas: Excerpt Vintage Burberry Part 7-8
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  5.4 Woven Fabric | PVC COATED CANVAS
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  Re-shape Louis Vuitton Coated Canvas Strap
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  Curling Edge Care Parts 1-3
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  Curling Edge Care Part 4
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  5.5 Woven Fabric | DENIM
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  5.6 Woven Fabric | SILK & SATIN
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  5.7 Woven Fabric | VELVET
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  5.8 Woven Fabric | WOOL & CASHMERE
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  5.9 Woven Fabric | TWEED
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  5.10 Natural Fiber | BAMBOO
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  5.11 Natural Fiber | STRAW & RAFFIA
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  5.12 Synthetic Polymer | NYLON
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  5.13 Synthetic Rubber | NEOPRENE
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Module 6 | Leather Care
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  6.1 | Introduction to Leather Care & Cleaning
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  6.2 | Safety & Risk Disclaimer
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  6.3 | Protein Deterioration in Leather
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  6.4 | Organometallic Corrosion | Verdigris
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  Verdigris Cleaning
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  6.5 | Fatty Acid Migration | Bloom/Spew
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  6.6 | Fungal Mold & Mildew in Leather
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  6.7 | Salt Efflorescence in Leather
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  6.8 Vachetta & Florentine (Cowhide) Leather Care
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  Vachetta (Cowhide) Leather Care Parts 1-2
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  Vachetta (Cowhide) Leather Care Part 3
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  Vachetta (Cowhide) Leather Care Part 4
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  Vachetta (Cowhide) Leather Care Part 5A
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  Vachetta (Cowhide) Leather Care Part 5B
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  Vachetta (Cowhide) Leather Care Part 5C
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  Vachetta (Cowhide) Leather Care Part 6A
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  Vachetta (Cowhide) Leather Care Part 6B
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  6.9 Épi (Cowhide) Leather Care
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  Épi (Cowhide) Leather Care Parts 1-3
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  Épi (Cowhide) Leather Care Parts 4-5
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  6.10 Taïga (Cowhide) Leather Care
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  Taïga (Cowhide) Leather Parts 1-7
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  6.11 Empreinte (Cowhide) Leather Care
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  6.12 Taurillon (Bull-calf) Leather Care
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  6.13 Chèvre (Goatskin) Leather Care
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  6.14 Lambskin (Agneau) Leather Care
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  6.15 Nappa (Lambskin) Leather Care
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  6.16 Calfskin (Veau) Leather Care
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  6.17 Nappa Calf (Calfskin) Leather
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  6.18 Mahina (Calfskin) Leather Care
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  Mahina (Calfskin) Leather Care Parts 1-5
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  Mahina (Calfskin) Leather Care Parts 6-7
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  6.19 Epsom (Calfskin) Leather Care
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  6.20 Caviar (Calfskin) Leather Care
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  Caviar (Calfskin) Leather Parts Care 1-4
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  6.21 Grain de Poudre (Calfskin) Leathern Care
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  6.22 Saffiano (Calfskin) Leather Care
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  6.23 Spazzolato (Calfskin) Leather Care
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  Patent Leather Care
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  Vernis Leather Care
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  Patent Leather Care Parts 1-2
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  Patent Leather Care Parts 3-5
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  Reptile Leather Care
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  Suede & Nubuck Leather Care
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Module 7 | Hardware Care & Repair
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  SAFETY & RISK DISCLAIMER
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  Part 1: Tarnished Hardware Techniques
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  Part 2: Tarnished Hardware Techniques
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  Part 3: Tarnished Hardware Techniques
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  Part 4: Tarnished Hardware Techniques
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  Weak Press-stud Closure
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  Tarnished Lock & Key
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  Quick Zipper Pull Tab Replacement
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  Part 1: Size #3 Zipper Slider Replacement
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  Part 2: Size #3 Zipper Slider Replacement
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  Part 3: Size #3 Zipper Slider Replacement
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  Part 4: Size #3 Zipper Slider Replacement
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  Part 5: Size #3 Zipper Slider Replacement
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Module 8 | Odor Care & Prevention
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  SAFETY & RISK DISCLAIMER
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  Low to Medium Odor
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  Strong Odor: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 1
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  Strong Odor: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 2A
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  Strong Odor: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 2B
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  Strong Odor: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 2C
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  Strong Odor: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 2D
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  Strong Odor: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 2E
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Module 9 | Sticky Pocket Syndrome
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  SAFETY & RISK DISCLAIMER
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  Lining Repair: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 3A
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  Lining Repair: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 3B
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  Lining Repair: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 3C
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  Lining Repair: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 3D
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  Lining Repair: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 4A
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  Lining Repair: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 4B
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  Lining Repair: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 4C
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  Lining Repair: Excerpt Jeune Fille Part 4D
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Module 10 | Personalization Removal
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  SAFETY & RISK DISCLAIMER
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  Foil Personalization Removal
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Module 11 | Edge Coat Repair
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  Release Date News
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Module 12 | Leather Paint Repair
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  Release Date News

Meet Your Expert Instructor

Hi I'm Marina, and I'm excited to bring you behind-the-scenes access to our workshop at The Luxury Outlet. In addition to selecting the most appropriate supplies and tools, it is essential to have a fundamental understanding of the materials used in the construction of luxury handbags and accessories and to have a plan for applying safe techniques on a case-by-case basis. I'm thrilled to share my self-taught expertise with you and to help you transform the way you care for your luxury collection.