✨ How I Took My Rep from Blinding to Bougie ✨

Listen, I love a little shine—but nobody asked for hardware that’s brighter than my future. My Rep had that fresh-out-the-box, brass-on-blast vibe, and I needed to tone it down to something a little more chic and a little less Vegas marquee. Here’s how I did it:

What You’ll Need: • Silvo Metal Polish (because we’re fancy but practical) • Polishing Cloth (soft enough for your bag, tough enough for the job)

The Glow-Down Process: 1. Prep It, Babe: Give that hardware a quick wipe with a dry microfiber cloth—because no one wants to rub polish over dust and grime. 2. Polish Like a Pro: Dab a little Silvo polish on your polishing cloth and work it over the hardware in small, circular motions. No need to go wild—a little goes a long way. 3. Buff & Fluff: Let it sit for about 15 seconds (or the time it takes to sip your iced coffee), then buff it off with a clean part of the cloth. 4. Double Down if Needed: Still too shiny? Go in for round two until you get that soft, buttery brass glow. 5. Finishing Touch: Wipe everything down one last time to remove any leftover polish—because details matter.

The Tea:

My bag went from “look at me!” to elevated elegance in minutes. The Silvo polish took off that garish, yellow brass glare and left behind a muted, vintage-inspired finish. Now, my bag’s hardware is as sophisticated as the rest of my wardrobe.

If your hardware is giving off too much “new money,” try this. You’re welcome.