HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR FABRICS
CASHMERE
Cashmere is a soft, lightweight fiber from cashmere goats, prized for its warmth and luxury feel.
- Check the care instructions to hand wash, machine wash or dry clean.
- Only wash cashmere a few times per season.
- Hand-wash or use a special detergent on a gentle machine cycle according to care instructions to prevent pilling.
- Squeeze excess water without twisting and lay flat on a towel to dry. Reshape while damp. Between wears, ventilate to save energy.
- Store knitwear folded in drawers with mothballs; hanging can alter the shape. Use a pilling comb to retain the fabric’s softness.
- Help reverse signs of shrinking from older cashmere garments by soaking them in cold or lukewarm water and pulling symmetrically while they dry naturally on a flat surface.
COTTON
Cotton is a naturally soft and breathable fiber, prized for its comfort, versatility, and timeless appeal.
- Check the care instructions to hand wash, machine wash or dry clean.
- Hand wash or machine wash cold (max 30°C) on a gentle cycle, turning the garment inside out to preserve its color and texture.
- Use a mild detergent and avoid bleach, which can weaken the fabric over time.
- Lay flat or hang to air dry, heat from tumble drying may damage the shape or fabric.
- If needed, steam or iron on low to medium heat (max 200°C) to smooth out creases.
- To maintain the pleats and overall structure, consider occasional professional dry cleaning.
LINEN
Linen is a natural fabric spun from flax fibers, valued for its strength, durability, and airy breathability.
- Avoid using thin wire hangers or clips, which can leave marks or stretch the fabric out of shape.
- Check the care instructions to hand wash, machine wash or dry clean.
- Machine wash or hand wash gently in cold water (30–40°C) using a mild detergent.
- Avoid bleach or fabric softeners, as harsh chemicals can weaken the fabric and affect its texture.
- Always air-dry, lay flat to dry or hang in the shade, direct heat or sunlight may cause damage.
- Steam or iron on medium heat (up to 150°C) while the fabric is still slightly damp to ease out creases.
- To maintain the garment’s shape and texture, avoid twisting or wringing after washing, and skip the tumble dryer to prevent shrinkage or distortion.
MOHAIR
- Mohair is a luxurious, lightweight fiber known for its softness and subtle sheen, but it requires gentle handling.
- Avoid frequent washing. Instead, air the garment between wears to maintain freshness.
- When needed, hand wash in cold water with a mild wool detergent. Gently press – never rub, twist, or wring.
- Professional dry cleaning with a mild process is recommended
- Do not machine wash or tumble dry, as agitation and heat can damage the fibers.
- Lay flat to dry on a clean towel, reshaping as it dries. Avoid hanging, which may stretch the garment.
- To remove wrinkles, steam lightly or use an iron on a low wool setting with a cloth between the iron and fabric.
- Store folded in a breathable garment bag, and avoid sharp jewelry or rough surfaces that can cause snagging.
SILK
Silk is a natural protein fiber harvested from the cocoons of silkworms, especially the carefully cultivated mulberry silkworm, renowned for its smoothness and luxurious feel
- Check the care instructions to hand wash, machine wash or dry clean.
- Avoid washing silk and instead ventilate between wears.
- For machine washing, use a low spin and mild detergent. A mesh bag can help protect silk garments from snagging or twisting in the machine.
- For hand washing, use cold water and a mild detergent with gentle care, avoid twisting the garments.
- If needed, steam or iron on the reverse side at low heat (max 110°C), using a press cloth.
- Lay silk garments within a rolled-up towel to absorb excess moisture. Lay flat or hang to air dry. Avoid direct sunlight.
VISCOSE
Viscose is a soft, breathable fiber made from regenerated cellulose, offering the smooth feel of natural fabrics with versatile drape and comfort.
- Check the care instructions to hand wash, machine wash or dry clean.
- For machine washing cold inside out in a mesh laundry bag to reduce friction and fabric stress.
- For hand washing in cold water on a gentle cycle.
- Avoid twisting or wringing to help preserve the garment’s shape.
- Lay flat or hang to dry in the shade. Skip the tumble dryer, viscose can shrink or lose its shape with heat.
- Steam or iron on low heat while the fabric is still slightly damp to smooth out wrinkles.
- Professional dry cleaning with a mild process is recommended, especially to maintain texture and drape over time.
WOOL
Wool is a natural fiber sourced from the fleece of animals, that is valued for its warmth, resilience, and softness.
- Wool naturally resists dirt and odors, so it doesn’t need frequent washing. Instead, air it out between wears to refresh.
- Check the care instructions to hand wash, machine wash or dry clean.
- Hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cycle using cold water and a mild detergent.
- Avoid fabric softeners, as they coat the fibers and reduce breathability.
- After washing, gently press out excess water, never wring.
- Lay flat on a towel to dry and reshape. This helps prevent stretching and keeps the silhouette intact.
- Store folded in a cool, dry place with moth repellents. To maintain softness and remove pilling, use a wool comb as needed.