Product care

1. **Read Care Labels:** Always check the care label on your down-filled item for specific instructions.

2. **Washing:**
- **Machine Washing:** Use a front-loading washer or a top-loading washer without an agitator. Wash on a gentle cycle with cold water and a mild detergent specifically designed for down.
- **Hand Washing:** If you prefer, you can hand wash in a bathtub or large sink using cold water and a mild detergent.

3. **Drying:**
- **Tumble Dry:** Dry on a low heat setting in a dryer. Add clean tennis balls or dryer balls to help redistribute the down and prevent clumping.
- **Air Drying:** If air drying, lay the item flat on a clean, dry towel in a well-ventilated area, occasionally shaking it to redistribute the down.

4. **Storage:**
- **Keep it Lofty:** Store down items in a breathable garment bag or a large, breathable cotton bag. Avoid using plastic bags, as they can trap moisture and lead to mildew.
- **Avoid Compression:** Store your down items in a place where they won’t be compressed for long periods, as this can affect their loft and insulating properties.

5. **Spot Cleaning:**
- **Immediate Attention:** Address any stains or spills promptly. Gently blot with a clean, damp cloth and a mild detergent. Avoid soaking the down.

6. **Fluffing:**
- **Regular Fluffing:** Regularly fluff your down items to maintain their loft and even distribution of fill.

7. **Avoid Fabric Softeners:** Fabric softeners can damage the down and reduce its insulating properties.

By following these care tips, you can ensure your down-filled items remain cozy and in great condition for years to come.

1. **Read Care Labels:** Always check the care label on your merino wool garment for specific washing and care instructions.

2. **Washing:**
- **Hand Washing:** Use cool or lukewarm water (30°C/86°F) and a mild detergent designed for wool. Gently agitate the water and avoid wringing or rubbing the garment.
- **Machine Washing:** If the label indicates machine washability, use a gentle or wool cycle with cool water. Place the garment in a mesh laundry bag to protect it.

3. **Drying:**
- **Lay Flat to Dry:** After washing, gently squeeze out excess water without wringing. Lay the garment flat on a clean, dry towel to dry, reshaping it to its original form. Avoid hanging or draping, as this can cause stretching.
- **Avoid Heat:** Do not use a dryer or direct heat sources (like radiators) as they can shrink or damage the wool.

4. **Storing:**
- **Store Flat:** Store merino wool garments flat or on padded hangers to maintain their shape.
- **Breathable Storage:** Use breathable garment bags or storage solutions to prevent dust and pests, but avoid plastic bags, which can trap moisture and lead to mildew.

5. **Avoid Fabric Softeners:** Fabric softeners can coat the wool fibers, reducing their natural softness and moisture-wicking properties.

6. **Spot Cleaning:**
- **Immediate Attention:** Blot any spills or stains immediately with a clean, damp cloth. Use a mild wool detergent if needed, and gently rinse.

7. **Pilling:**
- **De-pilling:** Light pilling can occur with wear. Use a fabric shaver or a lint brush to carefully remove pills without damaging the wool.

8. **Ironing:**
- **Low Heat:** If needed, iron on a low heat setting while the garment is slightly damp. Use a pressing cloth between the iron and the wool to avoid direct contact.

By following these care instructions, you can keep your merino wool garments looking and feeling great for a long time.

 

How to Care for Cashmere

1. **Read Care Labels:** Always check the care label on your cashmere garment for specific washing and care instructions.

2. **Washing:**
- **Hand Washing:** Use cool or lukewarm water (30°C/86°F) and a gentle detergent formulated for cashmere or wool. Gently agitate the water, and then immerse the garment, letting it soak for a few minutes. Avoid rubbing or wringing.
- **Machine Washing:** If the care label indicates machine washability, use a delicate or wool cycle with cool water. Place the garment in a mesh laundry bag to protect it.

3. **Drying:**
- **Lay Flat to Dry:** After washing, gently press out excess water without wringing. Lay the garment flat on a clean, dry towel to dry, reshaping it to its original form. Avoid hanging or draping, which can stretch the fibers.
- **Avoid Heat:** Do not use a dryer or place the garment near direct heat sources like radiators. Heat can shrink or damage cashmere fibers.

4. **Storing:**
- **Store Flat:** Store cashmere garments flat or folded, ideally in a drawer or on a shelf. Avoid hanging, which can cause stretching.
- **Breathable Storage:** Use breathable garment bags or storage solutions to keep dust and pests away. Avoid plastic bags, which can trap moisture and lead to mildew.

5. **Avoid Fabric Softeners:** Fabric softeners can coat the fibers and reduce their natural softness and breathability.

6. **Spot Cleaning:**
- **Immediate Attention:** Blot spills or stains immediately with a clean, damp cloth. Use a mild detergent if necessary, and gently rinse the area.

7. **Pilling:**
- **De-pilling:** Light pilling can occur over time. Use a cashmere comb or a fabric shaver to carefully remove pills without damaging the fibers.

8. **Ironing:**
- **Low Heat:** If necessary, iron on a low heat setting while the garment is slightly damp. Use a pressing cloth between the iron and the cashmere to avoid direct contact.

By following these care tips, you can ensure your cashmere garments stay soft, stylish, and in excellent condition for many years to come.

 

How to Care for Leather

1. **Read Care Labels:** Always check the care label for specific instructions, as different types of leather (e.g., suede, nubuck) may require different care.

2. **Cleaning:**
- **Spot Cleaning:** For minor stains, gently blot with a clean, dry cloth. For more stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner specifically designed for the type of leather. Test the cleaner on an inconspicuous area first.
- **Regular Cleaning:** Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe down your leather garment to remove surface dirt. Avoid soaking the leather.

3. **Conditioning:**
- **Leather Conditioner:** Apply a leather conditioner or cream to keep the leather supple and prevent it from drying out. Follow the product instructions, and apply the conditioner evenly. Avoid over-conditioning, as it can lead to a greasy residue.

4. **Drying:**
- **Air Dry:** If your leather garment gets wet, let it air dry naturally at room temperature. Avoid using direct heat sources like radiators or hairdryers, as they can cause the leather to crack.

5. **Storing:**
- **Hanging:** Store leather garments on padded or broad-shouldered hangers to maintain their shape. Ensure there’s enough space between items to avoid crowding.
- **Breathable Storage:** Use breathable garment bags for protection. Avoid plastic bags, which can trap moisture and lead to mildew.

6. **Avoiding Water Damage:**
- **Protective Sprays:** Consider using a water-repellent spray designed for leather to help protect against moisture. Reapply as needed.

7. **Dealing with Odors:**
- **Air Out:** Hang your leather garment in a well-ventilated area to air out odors. Avoid using strong-smelling sprays or chemicals, as they can damage the leather.

8. **Removing Creases:**
- **Steam:** To remove light creases, hang the garment in a steamy bathroom for a short period. Alternatively, use a steamer, holding it at a distance from the leather. Be cautious not to overexpose the leather to steam.

9. **Professional Care:**
- **Dry Cleaning:** For heavily soiled or damaged leather, consider professional leather cleaning services. Ensure the service is reputable and experienced in handling leather.

10. **Regular Maintenance:**
- **Inspect:** Regularly check your leather garments for any signs of wear or damage, such as cracks or loose stitching. Address these issues promptly to prevent further damage.

By following these care tips, you can keep your leather clothes looking great and extending their lifespan.

 

How to Care for Sculpt Knit

1. **Read Care Labels:**
- Always check the care label on your Sculpt Knit garment for specific instructions regarding washing and maintenance.

2. **Washing:**
- **Machine Washing:** Wash Sculpt Knit items in cold water on a gentle cycle. Use a mild detergent designed for delicate fabrics.
- **Hand Washing:** If you prefer or if the label recommends it, hand wash in cold water with a gentle detergent. Avoid wringing or twisting the fabric.

3. **Drying:**
- **Air Dry:** Lay the garment flat on a clean, dry towel to dry. Reshape the item to its original form and avoid stretching. Avoid hanging, as this can cause the garment to lose its shape.
- **Avoid Heat:** Do not use a dryer or place the garment near direct heat sources like radiators or sunlight, as heat can damage the fabric and cause it to lose its elasticity.

4. **Storing:**
- **Fold Carefully:** Store Sculpt Knit garments folded rather than hanging to maintain their shape and prevent stretching.
- **Breathable Storage:** Use a breathable garment bag or store in a drawer or on a shelf to protect from dust and potential snags.

5. **Avoiding Damage:**
- **Avoid Abrasives:** Keep Sculpt Knit away from rough surfaces that could snag or damage the fabric.
- **Avoid Fabric Softeners:** Fabric softeners can break down the fibers and affect the stretchiness of the material.

6. **Spot Cleaning:**
- **Immediate Attention:** For spills or stains, gently blot with a clean, damp cloth. Use a mild detergent if necessary and avoid rubbing, which can damage the fabric.

7. **Ironing:**
- **Low Heat:** If needed, iron on a low heat setting with a pressing cloth between the iron and the garment to avoid direct contact with the fabric.

8. **Dealing with Stretch:**
- **Avoid Over-Stretching:** Avoid pulling or stretching the fabric excessively, as it can lose its shape over time.

By following these care tips, you can help ensure that your Sculpt Knit garments maintain their shape, comfort, and appearance for a long time.

 

 

How to Care for Denim

1. **Read Care Labels:**
- Always check the care label on your denim garment for specific washing and care instructions.

2. **Washing:**
- **Turn Inside Out:** Turn denim garments inside out before washing to reduce fading and protect the outer surface.
- **Cold Water:** Wash in cold water to prevent shrinkage and minimize color fading.
- **Gentle Cycle:** Use a gentle cycle to reduce wear and tear on the fabric. Avoid using heavy-duty cycles that can be too harsh.
- **Mild Detergent:** Use a mild detergent designed for colors or delicate fabrics. Avoid using bleach or strong detergents, which can damage the fibers and affect the color.

3. **Drying:**
- **Air Dry:** The best way to dry denim is to lay it flat or hang it to air dry. This helps prevent shrinking and maintains the shape of the garment.
- **Avoid Heat:** Avoid using a dryer, as high heat can cause denim to shrink and lose its shape. If you must use a dryer, opt for a low-heat or tumble dry setting.

4. **Storing:**
- **Fold or Hang:** Store denim folded or hung on a sturdy hanger to maintain its shape. Ensure there’s enough space to prevent overcrowding, which can cause wrinkles.
- **Breathable Storage:** Use breathable storage solutions to keep denim fresh and prevent mildew.

5. **Avoiding Damage:**
- **Avoid Over-Washing:** Denim doesn’t need to be washed after every wear. Over-washing can lead to fading and fabric wear. Spot clean when necessary.
- **Avoid Fabric Softeners:** Fabric softeners can break down denim fibers and reduce the fabric’s durability.

6. **Dealing with Stains:**
- **Spot Cleaning:** For stains, gently blot the area with a clean cloth and mild detergent. Avoid scrubbing, which can damage the fabric.
- **Professional Cleaning:** For stubborn stains or delicate items, consider professional cleaning services.

7. **Preventing Shrinkage:**
- **Pre-Washed Denim:** If possible, buy pre-washed denim to minimize further shrinkage. Be mindful of washing and drying instructions to maintain the size and fit.

8. **Managing Stretch:**
- **Avoid Over-Stretching:** Denim can stretch with wear, so avoid pulling or stretching excessively. If you need to shrink a stretched item, a cold wash and air drying can help.

9. **Ironing:**
- **Medium Heat:** If ironing is necessary, use a medium heat setting and iron the denim inside out. Use steam to help remove wrinkles and avoid pressing too hard.

10. **Maintaining Color:**
- **Vinegar Rinse:** To help maintain color, you can occasionally rinse denim with a solution of water and white vinegar. This helps set the dye and reduce fading.

By following these care guidelines, you can keep your denim looking sharp and extend its lifespan, ensuring that your favorite pieces stay in great condition.

 

 

How to Care for Cozy Fleece

1. **Read Care Labels:**
- Always check the care label on your fleece garment for any specific washing and care instructions.

2. **Washing:**
- **Machine Wash:** Wash fleece in cold or warm water on a gentle cycle. This helps prevent the fabric from shrinking and reduces wear and tear.
- **Mild Detergent:** Use a mild detergent. Avoid using bleach or strong detergents, as they can damage the fabric.

3. **Drying:**
- **Air Dry:** For best results, lay the fleece flat to dry on a clean, dry towel. This helps maintain its shape and prevents shrinkage.
- **Tumble Dry:** If you use a dryer, choose a low or no-heat setting to avoid overheating and potential damage to the fabric. Over-drying can cause static and reduce the softness of the fleece.

4. **Avoid Fabric Softeners:**
- **Skip Softener:** Avoid using fabric softeners or dryer sheets, as they can break down the fleece fibers and reduce their softness and insulating properties.

5. **Preventing Pilling:**
- **Gentle Handling:** Fleece can pill with regular wear and washing. To minimize pilling, wash fleece inside out and avoid washing with items that have zippers or hooks that can snag.
- **De-pilling:** Use a fabric shaver or a lint brush to gently remove any pills that do form.

6. **Storing:**
- **Store Properly:** Store fleece garments in a cool, dry place. Fold or hang garments properly to avoid stretching or misshaping.

7. **Spot Cleaning:**
- **Immediate Action:** For spills or stains, gently blot the area with a clean, damp cloth. If necessary, use a mild detergent to spot clean. Avoid rubbing, which can damage the fabric.

8. **Avoid Over-Washing:**
- **Frequency:** Fleece doesn’t need to be washed after every wear unless it is visibly soiled. Over-washing can lead to wear and reduce the fabric’s softness.

9. **Ironing:**
- **Low Heat:** If ironing is necessary, use a low heat setting and place a cloth between the iron and the fleece to avoid direct contact. However, fleece typically doesn’t need ironing and can be smoothed out with gentle hand smoothing.

10. **Dealing with Static:**
- **Static Reduction:** To reduce static, use a fabric softener in the wash or add a half-cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle. Ensure that the fleece is fully dry before storing it to minimize static buildup.

By following these care tips, you can keep your cozy fleece garments soft, comfortable, and looking their best for a long time.

 

 

How to Care for Polyester garments

1. **Read Care Labels:**
- Always check the care label on your polyester garment for specific washing and care instructions.

2. **Washing:**
- **Machine Wash:** Polyester is generally safe for machine washing. Use warm or cold water on a gentle or regular cycle depending on the garment’s construction.
- **Mild Detergent:** Use a mild detergent to avoid harsh chemicals that can damage the fabric. Avoid using bleach unless specified on the care label.

3. **Drying:**
- **Tumble Dry:** Polyester garments can typically be tumble dried on a low or medium heat setting. This helps to reduce wrinkles and maintain the fabric's shape.
- **Air Dry:** For longer garment life or if you want to avoid any risk of shrinking, you can air dry polyester by hanging it or laying it flat on a clean, dry towel.

4. **Avoid Fabric Softeners:**
- **Skip Softener:** Fabric softeners can coat polyester fibers and reduce their moisture-wicking properties. It’s best to avoid using them.

5. **Ironing:**
- **Low Heat:** If ironing is necessary, use a low heat setting and iron the polyester garment inside out to avoid any potential shine or damage to the fabric. Polyester is less likely to wrinkle than natural fibers, so ironing is usually minimal.

6. **Preventing Static:**
- **Static Reduction:** To minimize static cling, you can use an anti-static spray or a fabric softener sheet in the dryer. Alternatively, adding a half-cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle can help.

7. **Spot Cleaning:**
- **Immediate Attention:** For spills or stains, gently blot the area with a clean, damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid scrubbing, which can damage the fabric.

8. **Avoid Over-Washing:**
- **Frequency:** Polyester doesn’t need to be washed after every wear unless it is visibly soiled. Over-washing can lead to wear and tear on the fabric.

9. **Storing:**
- **Proper Storage:** Store polyester garments in a cool, dry place. Hang or fold them neatly to avoid creases or stretching. Use padded hangers for items that might stretch out of shape.

10. **Dealing with Wrinkles:**
- **Steam:** To remove wrinkles, you can use a steam iron or a garment steamer. Alternatively, hang the garment in a steamy bathroom to help relax the wrinkles.

By following these care tips, you can help maintain the appearance and performance of your polyester garments, ensuring they stay in good condition and look great for a long time.

 

How to Care for Cotton Garments

1. **Read Care Labels:**
- Always check the care label on your cotton garment for specific washing and care instructions.

2. **Washing:**
- **Machine Wash:** Cotton can generally be washed in a machine. Use warm or cold water, depending on the color and fabric weight. Hot water can cause shrinkage and fading, especially for colored or dark cottons.
- **Mild Detergent:** Use a mild detergent that is suitable for colors if washing colored cottons. Avoid using bleach unless specified on the care label.

3. **Drying:**
- **Tumble Dry:** Cotton garments can usually be tumble dried. Use a low or medium heat setting to minimize shrinkage. Over-drying can lead to wrinkles and reduce the softness of the fabric.
- **Air Dry:** For delicate items or to avoid shrinkage, air dry by laying the garment flat or hanging it up. This method also helps preserve the fabric’s integrity.

4. **Ironing:**
- **Medium to High Heat:** Iron cotton garments while they are slightly damp for best results. Use a medium to high heat setting. Ironing when the fabric is damp helps smooth out wrinkles more easily.
- **Steam:** Using the steam function on your iron can also help remove stubborn wrinkles.

5. **Preventing Shrinkage:**
- **Cold Water Wash:** To reduce the risk of shrinkage, wash cotton garments in cold water and avoid high heat when drying.
- **Pre-Washed Cotton:** Consider buying pre-washed cotton items, which are less likely to shrink further.

6. **Storing:**
- **Proper Storage:** Store cotton garments in a cool, dry place. Hang items that are prone to wrinkling on padded hangers or fold them neatly. Avoid overcrowding to prevent wrinkles and stretching.
- **Breathable Storage:** Use breathable garment bags or storage solutions to keep garments fresh and free from dust.

7. **Spot Cleaning:**
- **Immediate Action:** For stains, gently blot the area with a clean, damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid rubbing the stain, as it can push it deeper into the fabric.

8. **Dealing with Fading:**
- **Avoid Over-Washing:** Washing cotton garments too frequently can lead to fading. Wash only when necessary to maintain color.

9. **Handling Delicate Cotton:**
- **Gentle Wash:** For delicate cotton items, consider hand washing in cool water with a mild detergent to avoid damage.

10. **Dealing with Wrinkles:**
- **Steam or Iron:** Use a steam iron or a garment steamer to remove wrinkles. Hanging the garment in a steamy bathroom can also help relax creases.

By following these care tips, you can keep your cotton garments looking and feeling great for a long time, preserving their softness, color, and fit.