In order to maintain the appearance, the fabrics, and the elasticity of your lingerie, we encourage you to follow this advice.
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Handwash
Handwashing is the preferred method to keep your lingerie in good shape for longer.
- Use a soap specially formulated for lingerie wash. Be aware of formulas made for wool as they usually are not made for elastics. Follow the instructions.
- Use fresh water as hot water can damage the elastics.
- Rinse in cold water as it helps restore the elasticity of the bands.
- Do not squeeze the water out of your lingerie. Simply roll it in a towel and pat your lingerie gently to take out the water excess.
- Always air-dry your bras. The dryer is as good as destroying your bra as it will damage the elastics.
- Do not air-dry your bras in the direct sun.
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Machine wash
Because, often, life gets in the way!
- Follow the same advice (wash in fresh water, rinse in cold water, delicate cycle, hang to dry).
- Use a laundry bag to separate your delicate items from the rest of your clothes.
- Make sure to close the hooks of your bras when you wash them. This will prevent your bras from damaging the laces or fabrics.
- Avoid wearing the same bra two days in a row. Your body gives off a lot of heat and heat destroys bras. So give your bra a break! It will last longer.
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It’s time to replace your bra when :
- The elastic is gone.
- You can’t read the label anymore.
- There is no resistance in the band.
- The bra is on the tightest hook and doesn’t provide a snug fit.
- The underwire has poked through the fabric or is broken.
- Your bra is uncomfortable.
- Your bra doesn’t fit.