Outerwear should be stored on hangers in covers made of breathable fabrics. On the contrary, it is not recommended to hang sweaters and dresses on hangers: they should be carefully folded on a shelf with the tissue paper laid between them.

Cashmere

Cotton is simple to store and care for. Garments can be stored both on a hanger, and being folded in a cool, well-ventilated area. Avoid humidity and foreign odors.

Cotton

Linen garments should be stored flat, rolled in tissue paper. Make sure there is no direct sunlight in the room, or it will cause fabric to fade.

Linen

It is recommended to store silk garments on fabric-wrapped hangers, as well as in covers made of breathable materials. Do not store silk in plastic boxes, and keep it away from ultraviolet rays as well.

Silk

Garments made of synthetic fabrics are simple to care for. However, if the composition contains impurities of other fibres, it is important to choose storage and care conditions, taking into account their characteristics.

Polyester, nylon, lycra

Acetate clothing should be stored on hangers, as they are prone to creasing. Avoid direct sunlight to keep colors from fading.

Leather clothing should be stored on a hanger in a dark, well-ventilated area. The best temperature for leather storage is 20°C, the maximum humidity should not exceed 60%. Avoid ultraviolet rays.

Leather

Denim garments (including jeans) should be stored on racks and hangers with a crossbar. Manufacturers insist that the less you wash your jeans, the longer they retain their original look.

Denim

To prevent creases, it is desirable to store velvet clothing on a hanger in a cover, so that they do not touch other garments. If you notice a small bald patch on the fabric, you can carefully "comb" it with a plastic card.

Velvet

Canvas clothing should be stored in covers, avoiding contact with hard surfaces to preserve the design. Try to avoid contact with any coloring materials, especially in regard to light canvas.

Canvas

Acetate,
rayon, viscose

Store your garments only on horizontal surfaces. Place in a vacuum bag and refrigerate for several hours before storing in a closet. Then re-shape and leave at room temperature.

Wool

Proper

storage

Store in original dust bags to protect from fading, dust and other contaminants.

Bags

It is worth laying tissue paper inside to help the item keep its shape.

If there is no “bag shaper”, put inside a cotton bag stuffed with clothes or rags.

It is important to fill the handbag corners to prevent a crease at the bottom. This problem is typical for large handbags, such as Birkin.

Do not stack accessories upon each other to avoid wrinkling.

Do not fold long straps. It is better to wrap bags’ handles and chains in tissue paper.

From time to time it is necessary to give the handbag a “break” from active use.

It is better to store light handbags in dust bags with light inner side. Otherwise, the item may become stained.

Keep accessories out of the sun: at high temperatures, the stitch sealing may melt, especially on colored Louis Vuitton models.

It is better to store belts on a hanger or special holders in an upright position.

Belts

Or use special organizers. The main thing is to prevent buckles touching.

Belts made of natural materials should not be stored in plastic containers.

Keep jewelry away from direct sunlight, humidity and high temperatures.

Jewelry

Avoid contact with cosmetics and household chemicals.

Each jewelry should have its own box, pouch or storage section.

The ideal option is a wooden jewel-case, organizer or drawer with dividers.

Never polish the jewelry yourself, as this may cause deep scratches.

With regard to the jewelry with stones, do not apply home cleaning methods (vinegar, soda, boiling).

Do not use chemicals: otherwise, stones and metal may tarnish.

It is better to entrust polishing and cleaning to specialists in order to prevent deformation of jewelry elements.

Wipe your shoes with a damp cloth and leave to air dry before storing them away.

Shoes

Use a natural bristle brush or microfiber cloth for cleaning.

Before storing, thoroughly wipe the insole to remove dirt and bacteria.

Do not put your shoes on a radiator or window sill — dry at room temperature.

Use wooden shoe trees without a spring to prevent your shoes from losing shape.

Patent leather and satin shoes must be stored in separate dust bags for each shoe.

For boots and knee-high boots, use tall boot shapers to keep the leather from creasing.

Ideally, shoes should have “a rest”: it is better to wear each pair not more than once in two days.

Fix a sole tap or stick-on sole (especially with regard to leather and suede soles).

Change heel tips in time: otherwise, the shoe last may become deformed.

Instead of washing, one can use "steam bath": hang clothes in the bathroom and turn on hot water to refresh them and get rid of minor dirt.

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Steamers are suitable for the same purposes — the less washes, the longer a garment will be in use.

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The most frequently, a simple airing is enough to refresh a garment. For example, on the balcony.

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More care

tips

Natural fabrics should not be stored in polyethylene covers — only made of "breathable" materials.

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Store handbags only in original dust bags of the appropriate color to prevent material staining.

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Read carefully the label information to find out the details of the garment handling.

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Turn inside out before washing to preserve the color.

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After washing, do not wring your clothing by hand: as it can cause the fabric damage (especially with regard to silk).

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To dry a garment, place it on a towel, roll the towel with a garment inside, and carefully squeeze out any excess water. Repeat several times until completely dry.

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