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Providing a bespoke restoration service for luxury bags and leather goods. The Handbag Restoration Company specialises in repairing, restoring and rejuvenating luxury brands including Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and many more.
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Repair to Paul Smith Bag
Paul Smith bag repaired and now as new. Fantastic and quick service. Thank you.
Sent a small sad wallet that I…
Sent a small sad wallet that I purchased pre-owned, to the handbag restoration company for some TLC. It's just been returned to me and I'm amazed at the transformation. It looks like a brand new wallet. The work this company does is amazing. I'm so happy with the result. Jan

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Highly recommend
I have used Clare in the past and would never use anybody else. She is amazing!
She is so fast to respond to messages and did an absolutely amazing job getting rid of a mark I had on a bag.
I highly recommend her. Thank you 😊
Outstanding Service
A handbag my husband bought for me some years ago had a very large water stain on it so I sent it to Clare and her team.
I have received my restored bag back today and I could not be happier with the final product.
There is no damage, it has been cleaned inside and out, the handles have been restored and it has also been completely waterproofed.
The communication has been very easy and reassuring.
I would recommend the service to anyone, thank you Clare to both you and your team.

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Highly Recommended
Third time of using Clare and The Handbag Restoration Company and once again she did not disappoint. Fantastic service. Highly recommended

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I can’t thank Clare enough
I can’t thank Clare enough for the beautiful repair to my beloved mulberry bag.
Somehow in my carelessness I had managed to rip one handle where the strap attaches right off, making it unusable and leaving me v upset!
Clare has restored it, and you would never know it was different to the original. I’m delighted!
The bag was returned to me beautifully wrapped and the service was amazing, highly highly recommend

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Mulberry Somerset Shoulder Bag
Mulberry Somerset Shoulder Bag
My elderly but very loved Somerset’s zip and lining had both died and really the bag was looking like it was showing it’s age, hard working life and unusable.
Clare was brilliant, great communication and fantastic workmanship. My Somerset looks like new and ready for a whole new life - and I promise to look after her much better Clare!

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My beloved Mulberry Bayswater showed…
My beloved Mulberry Bayswater showed that bottom corner problem …… exposed wires and was looking very fatty. I was told of The Handbag Restoration Company by a complete stranger who overheard me moaning about how my bag looked so worn. The best advertising comes word of mouth ……… my tatty Bayswater is now beautifully restored to it’s former glory. I paid £10 extra for a conditioning treatment which the leather needed. The corners blend perfectly into the age of the bag - not an obvious stiff brand new piece of leather. My bag was 10 years old and will now definitely last more than that again. Thank you Clare for the prompt and professional wonderful customer service and the return of my restored beloved Mulberry bag. X

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RED YSL CROSSBODY BAG
Excellent customer care & service. Clare kept me updated throughout. The repair to my bag was incredible & I can’t believe the transformation. So pleased with the result.

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Gucci Bag Repair
I was so upset when the shoulder strap snapped on by crossbody Gucci bag.
From my initial enquiry to Clare, it was an absolute pleasure dealing with her. All contact was very efficient, informative and timely.
I was advised that the repair may take between 8 to 10 weeks which was fine. You can imagine my delight when I received a message after 4 weeks saying “she” was ready. My bag arrived in a sturdy cardboard box with bubble wrap and wrapped in crisp white tissue and tied with a beautiful ribbon bow, such a nice touch. I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Clare to look after your precious items! Thanks, Alison

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Chanel Purse restored perfectly!
I accidentally made a rather large and unwanted burn from a candle on side/back of my beautiful lambskin chanel purse and was beside myself! thankfully heard about Clare and she is an amazing talent, purse fully restored and looks brand new - you honestly cant tell burn was ever there and am over the moon - amazing service all within 8-10 wks as stated, very reasonable price and exceptional comms and service throughout - kept me up to date and was so easy from start to finish - delighted to be reunited with my new purse again and will enjoy using - thanks so much, a true pleasure and have no hesitation in recommending Clare - she's a star - thank u xx

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Cannot recommend enough
Cannot recommend enough! Clare cleaned my mini Windsor bag that I had tried to clean myself and ruined it. It looks like new now and I’m so impressed! Thank you so much
Amazing service
Amazing service, cannot recommend Clare enough! Had my Chanel mini square undergo a clean and a colour change and the texture of the leather has remained beautifully soft and supple. You wouldn’t know it had had any work done to it and looks like new. Thank you!

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Brand new stitching.
A fabulous job done in repairing my lovely beaded handbag. Clare kept me informed at each stage of the work done and gave a speedy response to my E mails. It was good value for money. I would recommend this company without hesitation.

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Absolutely spot on from start to…
Absolutely spot on from start to finish, Clare answered all my questions and put me at ease with the process.
My bag was back within a couple of weeks and it’s perfect!
Thank you so much xx

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Absolute miracle worker!
Absolute miracle worker!
Have used Clare multiple times. She has never failed in exceeding my expectations! Whether its an alteration, a repair or bespoke, she is literally a miracle worker! Won't hesitate in going to her again! Thank you. X

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Excellent service from start to finish
Excellent service from start to finish. Added additional chain into a Mulberry Lily strap. Superb colour match on metal and leather. Great communication and customer service throughout, a lovely lady to deal with, highly recommend!
Superb in every way.
I had my beloved Prada Boots repaired and the work done was outstanding. Given them a new lease of life and at least another 10 years! Communication excellent throughout, service timescales quick and price was a bargain, in my view. I've recommended this business without hesitation, countless times, to anyone with Repair or Restoration requirement for handbags and leather goods.
Absolutely amazing experience
Absolutely amazing experience. My bags were collected, expertly restored- they are like new- and returned. Excellent work, great value, no hassle. Would use again in an instant.

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I’ve had many bags repaired and…
I’ve had many bags repaired and restored by Clare, I wouldn’t use anyone else. Trustworthy and a true craftswomen.
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