We girls love to buy new clothes and even if our wardrobe is full we will always find room for another chic blouse or elegant dress. What can we do, that’s the way we are. The clothes we wear express each lady’s individuality and show her unique style and taste in clothing.
In this article, we will talk about something that fashion magazines rarely pay attention to. Among the announcements of new fashion trends, one can rarely find suggestions and tips on how to maintain our clothes and wear them as quickly as possible.To maximize the lifespan of your favorite garments and ensure they always look their best, it’s essential to master the art of clothing maintenance.
This is easier than you can imagine. In the following paragraph, we are going to discuss some tips on how to marinate your wardrobe and make sure you will wear your favorite pieces of clothing as long as you can.
Sorting Your Laundry
We know this might sound annoying to some of you but sorting your laundry will help you to prevent color bleeding and fabric damage. There are many ways to sort your laundry according to colors and fabric types. When you prepare the laundry separate dark colors from light colors to prevent color transfer.
Usually, this is the main reason why some clothes get ruined after the washing. It will be so sad to lose your favorite white dress because of color transfer, right? It’s time to take measures. Keep in mind that different fabric materials require different care. Delicate fabrics like silk should be washed separately from sturdier fabrics like denim.
How to Wash Your Clothes Properly
Everyone thinks washing clothes is easy – you fill the washing machine with dirty clothes and just run it. This is a fallacy that can cost you the loss of your favorite clothes.
It’s no coincidence that washing machines are equipped with programs that are used for different types of staple items. Here is what to consider when you wash your clothes in the laundry.
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Temperature
If you want to prevent fading, use cold water on delicate and colorful items. Reserve hot water for whites and heavily soiled garments.
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Detergent
The choice of detergent is very important for the condition of the clothes you wash. Choose a mild, color-safe detergent that’s suitable for your washing machine. Don’t use too much detergent because it can cause damage to certain fabrics.
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Drying Clothes
Always check the care label on your clothes before drying them. Some fabrics may be too delicate for drying machines and require air drying instead.If the care label recommends air drying, invest in a good-quality drying rack or find a suitable flat surface to lay your clothes on.
Additional tip: Remove clothes from the dryer as soon as they’re dry to prevent wrinkles and avoid over-drying.
Ironing and Steaming
Well, let’s be honest many people skip the ironing but this is something that shows you pay attention to your clothes and how you look wearing them. If you want to do your best not to ruin your clothes during ironing you have to check the fabric care label for ironing recommendations.
Some fabrics require low heat or steam-only treatment. Another great idea is to consider using a clothing steamer, which is a gentle alternative to ironing.
Proper Storage
Proper storage has a significant role in clothes maintenance. You have to be careful of the way you store your clothes and where are located your wardrobe. Choose an area that is protected from the humidity and dark enough to save your clothes from the impact of the sunlight.