The Reco Journal
The Reco Journal is dedicated to education, transparency, and informed luxury care.Here, we share insights from inside the restoration process — what works, what doesn’t, and what truly preserves value.
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Mulberry Bag Mould Cleaning and Removal Sydney | Leather & Suede Cleaning
In this case study, we restored a Mulberry leather bag with a suede interior lining, carrying out a full mould removal, cleaning, and disinfection process.

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Fendi Sandal Repair Sydney | Sole, Heel & Leather Restoration
In this case study, we repaired a pair of Fendi sandals that required leather insole reconstruction, recolouring, heel build-up, and partial sole replacement.

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Dolce & Gabbana Heel Repair Sydney | Crystal Shoe Restoration
In this case study, we repaired a pair of Dolce & Gabbana heels after a crystal accessory detached due to broken prongs, requiring detailed structural reconstruction.

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Hermès Bag Repair Sydney | Birkin & Kelly Restoration
At The Reco Lab in Sydney, we specialise in Hermès bag repair and restoration, helping preserve luxury handbags through careful leather restoration and structural repair.

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Louis Vuitton Noé Leather Replacement Sydney | Vachetta Repair
In this case study, we repaired a Louis Vuitton Noé bag by replacing the top piping and drawstring with new vachetta leather.

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Chanel Ballerina Flat Repair Sydney | Sole & Heel Restoration
In this case study, we restored a pair of beige Chanel ballerina flats that required sole reconstruction, heel build-up, cleaning, and custom colour restoration.

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Chanel Turn Lock Repair | Chanel Bag Hardware Repair Sydney
In this case study, our artisans carried out a hardware replacement on a Chanel Trendy handbag in lambskin chevron leather, restoring the bag’s broken turn lock using an authentic replacement component.

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Chanel Patent Leather Repair Sydney | Sticky Patent Bag Restoration
Chanel patent leather bag restored after becoming sticky. Professional recoating and shine restoration by The Reco Lab in Sydney.

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Chanel Ballet Flat Insole Replacement Sydney | Designer Shoe Repair
In this case study, we restored a pair of Chanel ballet flats by replacing the interior insoles with new leather in a matching beige tone.

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Vintage Chanel Classic Flap Repair Sydney | Leather & Hardware Restoration
In this case study, we repaired a black vintage Chanel Classic Flap, restoring both the leather and the hardware to improve the overall condition of the bag.

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