Fabric Care Guide
How to wash, dry and iron the fabrics in your wardrobe, and when dry cleaning is the safer choice.
Wash at home or dry clean?
A quick reference. Always follow the garment label first.
| Fabric | Wash at home? | Dry clean? | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Usually yes, 30–40 °C | Rarely | Shrinks in heat; dark colours bleed |
| Linen | Yes, cool to warm | Structured pieces | Creases heavily; do not wring |
| Silk | Only if label allows | Usually yes | Water spots, colour loss, no chlorine bleach |
| Wool | Cool hand wash if label allows | Usually yes | Felts and shrinks with heat and agitation |
| Polyester / nylon | Yes, moderate | Occasionally | Holds odour; melts under hot iron |
| Rayon / viscose | Check label | Often safer | Shrinks and loses shape when wet |
| Denim | Yes, cool, inside out | No | Fades in sun and hot wash |
| Georgette / chiffon | Gentle hand wash if label allows | Often safer | Snags easily; fine weave distorts |
General guidance only. Trims, linings and dyes can change the right method for a particular garment.
Fabric guides
Fabric Care Guide: Cotton, Silk, Wool, Linen and Polyester
How to wash, dry and iron cotton, silk, wool, linen, polyester, rayon and denim, and which fabrics are safer dry cleaned.
How to Wash Jeans Without Fading or Shrinking
How often to wash jeans, what temperature to use and how to dry denim so it keeps its colour and fit.
How to Care for Sarees and Lehengas: Cleaning and Storage Guide
Practical care for cotton, silk, georgette and embellished sarees and lehengas: when to dry clean, how to fold, and how to store.
Wedding and Festive Outfit Care: Before, After and Storage
How to prepare, clean and store sherwanis, lehengas, gowns and festive wear so they stay beautiful for the next occasion.
How to Care for Suits and Blazers: Cleaning, Brushing and Storage
Keep your suit looking sharp: how often to dry clean, how to brush and steam, and how to hang and store blazers properly.
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Fabric care questions
Which fabrics are best dry cleaned?
Silk, wool, structured items such as blazers and suits, and anything beaded, lined or labelled dry clean only.
Can I wash cotton and denim at home?
Yes. Use cool to warm water, turn dark items inside out and avoid hot dryers to limit shrinkage and fading.
What if my garment has no care label?
Judge by fabric and construction. When unsure, ask us before choosing a process.