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Jersey
Care guides|June 2025
Jersey is a knitted fabric commonly used to make T-shirts, loungewear, and more. Properly caring for your jersey garments will help maintain their softness and stretch.
Care guides|June 2025
Silk
Silk is composed of incredibly fine natural protein fibres produced by silkworms. It is surprisingly strong, smooth, breathable, and transports moisture. Handle silk garments with care to maintain their smooth and lustrous texture.
Handling silk
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, which can weaken fibres and fade colours.
Keep away from perfumes, deodorants, and hairsprays to prevent staining or damage.
Never use bleach on silk.
Washing silk
Silk garments need less frequent washing than other fabrics.
Air out garments after wearing to freshen and reduce odours.
Consider spot-cleaning with cold water and a mild detergent. Be careful and test on an inconspicuous area first.
For tough stains, consider professional cleaning.
Hand washing
Check the care label; some items may require dry cleaning.
If washable, hand wash in cold water with a gentle, silk-friendly detergent.
Gently swish the item for a few minutes without scrubbing or stretching.
Rinse thoroughly in cool water.
Avoid soaking for long periods to prevent fibre weakening.
Machine washing
Check the care label; some items may require dry cleaning.
If washable, use a delicate cycle at 30ºC or lower.
Avoid tumble drying to prevent fabric damage.
Drying silk
Gently press out excess water without wringing.
Lay flat on a clean towel, roll up, and press to absorb moisture.
Lay flat to dry in a shady area, away from direct sunlight and heat.
Ironing or steaming silk
Iron only when dry on the lowest heat setting.
Use a thin cloth between the iron and silk; iron on the reverse side.
Steam carefully to avoid water spots and do not press down hard.
Storing silk
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
Fold garments instead of hanging to prevent stretching.
Use a breathable cotton or muslin bag to protect from dust and insects.
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Linen
Care guides|June 2025
Linen is a strong natural fibre that gets softer with use and time. It’s breathable and has a soft texture. Caring for linen properly helps maintain its natural characteristics.
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Synthetic fibres
Care guides|June 2025
Synthetic fibres such as polyester, polyamide, acrylic, and elastane have many useful properties that can be enjoyed in a variety of garments, including activewear and swimwear. They’re usually comfortable, quick-drying, and keep their shape well. However, they also shed tiny plastic particles that can enter the sea and cause harm to our ecosystems. Here’s how to care for synthetic garments.
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Silk
Care guides|June 2025
Silk is composed of incredibly fine natural protein fibres produced by silkworms. It is surprisingly strong, smooth, breathable, and transports moisture. Handle silk garments with care to maintain their smooth and lustrous texture.
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