Cold hand wash and lie flat to dry.
To ensure your cashmere remains looking beautiful, here are a few tips to follow:
- Avoid hanging your cashmere as it can stretch out of shape. Instead, fold it flat.
- Allow your cashmere to rest between wears by leaving it untouched for a few days, so the fibres can relax and breathe.
- If it needs a little pressing to remove wrinkles, iron it on the reverse side on a low setting with a gentle steam.
- When storing between seasons, always ensure that you wash first and place cedar balls or lavender close to your garment to prevent moths from eating the fibre creating holes.
- Cashmere, like all wool, does not need to be washed frequently. The fibres do not retain odours and over-washing can cause damage. Instead, simply airing your garment after wearing it will keep it feeling fresh.
- Do not wear cross body bags, sharp jewellery or jackets with rough lining that may encourage balling (known as piling) of the yarn.
- If piling does occur, in areas of higher friction, simply use a cashmere comb to remove the small balls of fibre.
Cashmere is a delicate fabric that requires special care when washing. Here are some general guidelines for washing cashmere:
- Use a mild detergent specifically formulated for delicate fabrics or a mild wool wash. Baby Shampoo is also a great alternative. Avoid using regular laundry detergents, as they can be too harsh for cashmere.
- Fill a sink or basin with cool water and add the detergent. Gently submerge the cashmere item and gently agitate the water to create suds.
- Let the cashmere soak for about 10-15 minutes, then rinse it thoroughly with cool water.
- Gently press out excess water by rolling in a towel, but do not wring or twist the cashmere.
- Lay the cashmere flat to dry, away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Do not hang the cashmere as it will stretch and lose its shape.
