Your lingerie deserves love and care. Taking good care of your favourite pieces means that you get to enjoy them looking better and they will last longer. As well as keeping your lingerie and sleepwear in good shape, a good care routine will also ensure that you do your part for the planet by making sure you don’t over consume by getting rid of your bras and underwear and just buying more. Make the most of your investment in your beautiful pieces of lingerie and apparel by making them last longer!
So whilst buying from local, sustainable and ethical brands is a step in the right direction, the best way you can contribute to reducing fashion waste is by ensuring you use the pieces you own as long as possible – and that includes your lingerie. Feel free to ask us any questions you have about the care of your delicate items and use the tips below for the best results with both machine washing and hand washing.
For further information please check the details from the brand manufacturer.
Machine Washing
- To keep your colours brighter for longer, separate.
- A lingerie washing bag is a good investment for your precious dedicates.
- If you don’t have a washing bag, a pillow case will work just as well.
- Remember to attach the hooks of your bras. This avoids snagging on delicate fabrics such as lace.
- Washing powder or liquid? Choose products that are specifically made for delicates.
- Of course a delicate cycle
- We do not recommend the use of Fabric Softener. It remains in the fibres and reduces their elasticity.
Handwashing
- A few minutes in cold water then remove, to avoid the fibres becoming damaged or softened.
- Don’t twist your lingerie, instead press it gently so that it keeps it’s elasticity.
- Use a delicate soap and wash gently without scrubbing.
- Choose to air-dry your lingerie, always drying it flat.
- If you wash moulded cups, don’t fold, as this will damage their shape.