A calm care routine for the clothes you use

Read every part of the label

Check composition and care instructions before the first wash or press. Linings, trims and removable pieces can affect the permitted method. If a symbol or instruction is unclear, ask for qualified advice rather than choosing a treatment from the garment's appearance or category name.

Decide what needs cleaning

Check worn clothing for marks, odour and damp areas before returning it to storage. Air an item where suitable and keep it apart until it is dry. Follow the care label and the actual condition of the garment; a fixed schedule does not suit every fabric, activity or type of construction.

Prepare before using water

Empty pockets, close appropriate fastenings and separate colours and fabrics as instructed. Support delicate parts and use only products suitable for the garment. Test a permitted mark treatment discreetly when advised, and avoid rubbing hard or applying heat to a stain you have not addressed.

Let drying support the shape

Follow the stated drying method and leave room for air to circulate. Reshape gently when the instructions call for it, supporting wet knitwear rather than letting its weight stretch the shoulders. Keep pieces away from strong heat unless allowed and make sure thicker areas dry fully before folding.

Press with a light decision

Check the permitted temperature, steam use and any need for a pressing cloth. Begin cautiously on a suitable hidden area when the instructions allow. Work around trims, buttons and intended pleats; a shiny patch or flattened texture can be harder to address than an ordinary crease.

Repair and store in good time

Check loose buttons, open seams and hems before the next wear, using a suitable repair or professional help. Store only clean, dry pieces on appropriate hangers or folded with support. Leave space around them and review items periodically so a small problem does not hide at the back of a crowded shelf.