Care & Maintenance

This guidance applies to all garments produced by Goglet Guillaume. These items are constructed from natural leathers with varied surfaces and finishes.
Proper care preserves appearance, structure, and longevity.

1. Scope

Leather and exotic skins are natural materials. They respond to handling, environment, and wear.
The following guidance establishes the intended method of care for all Goglet Guillaume garments.

2. General Handling

• Handle garments with clean hands. Oils and residues can transfer to the surface.
• Place garments on wide, shaped hangers to maintain form.
• Allow garments to air between wears. Airing refreshes fibres and dissipates odour without mechanical or chemical intervention.

DO NOT
• Store garments in plastic bags or airtight containers.
• Expose garments to direct heat sources or prolonged sunlight.
• Fold garments for long-term storage unless required for travel.

3. Cleaning

Leather garments do not require frequent professional cleaning.
Depending on wear, professional care is typically only necessary every few months and may be required less often with correct handling.

Airing (Primary Method)
Airing is the most effective and least invasive method of maintaining leather garments.

• Hang the garment in a cool, ventilated space after wear.
• Allow natural airflow to dissipate moisture and odour.
• Regular airing reduces the need for chemical or mechanical cleaning and helps preserve the surface finish and internal structure.

Surface Care
• Remove dust or loose particles with a soft, dry cloth.
• For light marks, use a slightly damp cloth sparingly.
• Do not apply household cleaners, soaps, or alcohol-based products.

Professional Cleaning
• For heavy soiling or staining, consult a professional leather specialist.
• Excessive or unnecessary cleaning can strip natural oils and weaken fibres.

Prohibited Methods
Garments must never be soaked or washed in water.
Garments must never be cleaned in a washing machine or tumble dryer.

This applies to all products, including non-leather items. Immersion and mechanical washing will damage structure, finishes, and internal construction.

4. Water & Weather

Leather and exotic skins are sensitive to moisture.

If exposed to rain or humidity:

• Blot gently with a dry cloth.
• Allow to dry naturally in a ventilated space.
• Do not use heat or direct sunlight to accelerate drying.

Repeated moisture exposure may draw out natural oils and lead to surface changes.

5. Surface & Finish

Variations in grain, sheen, and texture are inherent to natural hides.

• Minor marks and surface shifts may develop with wear.
• These changes reflect material behaviour and do not constitute defects.
• Avoid abrasion against rough or sharp surfaces.

Exotic skins, including water snake, require especially gentle handling due to scale structure.

6. Storage & Initial Condition

Garments are folded once and boxed with breathable paper before dispatch to minimise creasing. This is the intended condition in which the garment should be received.

Long-Term Storage

• Store in a cool, dry environment.
• Use wide hangers and breathable covers.
• Avoid compression and prolonged darkness.
• Air stored garments periodically.

7. Conditioning & Material-Specific Guidance

Natural leathers benefit from occasional conditioning to maintain flexibility and prevent dryness. Frequency depends on use and environment.

Lamb Leather

• Soft and sensitive.
• Light conditioning every few months is sufficient.
• Avoid moisture and heavy products.

Cow Leather

• More robust and structurally dense.
• Occasional conditioning (every few months depending on wear) maintains hydration and surface integrity.
• Dust regularly between conditioning.

Exotic Leather (Snake, Stingray etc.)

• Requires minimal and careful intervention.
• Clean gently with a soft cloth after wear.
• Apply specialised exotic-leather conditioner sparingly and infrequently.
• Avoid heavy oils or waxes that may accumulate beneath scales.

8. Responsibility & Wear

Leather is a natural material and will develop character through use. Subtle changes in texture, creasing, and surface variation are part of the garment’s evolution and are not considered defects.

Marks, abrasions, colour transfer, or surface changes caused by wear, exposure to moisture, heat, or friction are inherent to the material and should be expected over time.

Damage resulting from improper care, cleaning, or storage is not considered a manufacturing fault.

Always follow the care and maintenance guidance provided to preserve the structure, surface, and finish of the garment.