HOW TO KEEP WOOL IN THE TIP-TOP SHAPE?
A breathable fabric, wool doesn’t need frequent washing. Simply air out your wool jumpers or cardigans after each wear to help the natural fibers release most odors on their own. This will also help freshen them up before storing away for the warmer months.
For any stains on your wool clothing, spot-clean your garment as soon as possible to avoid any long-lasting stains, and reduce the number of times the item is washed.
You can wash a number of our wool items at home, by hand or in a machine. We recommend a gentle hand wash for 100% wool items, such as wool socks or jumpers. Once clean, try to avoid wringing the fabric when drying, as this can alter the shape of your much-loved item.
High temperatures can cause shrinkage, even for blended garments. A delicate cycle on a lower temperature in your machine will work just fine. Always opt for a mild detergent for any delicates to keep them feeling soft and supple.
When it comes to washing wool coats and jackets, we recommend leaving them with a trusted dry cleaner who can closely follow the care label instructions.
After washing, lay your knits out flat to dry. This will help them retain their desired shape, as hanging them up can cause unwanted stretching and re-shaping.
More structured items such as wool coats and jackets are fine to be hung up, ideally out of direct sunlight. This will help retain their shape and colour for future seasons.
Hanging your knits can stretch and distort their shape over time, so store them folded to maintain their shape.
During the warmer months, air or wash your wool clothing and wrap in a pillowcase to prevent them being nibbled by moths. Need something longer-term? Airtight storage works wonders for keeping your wool items securely stored and moth-free.
Heat can shrink wool items so avoid the tumble dryer to help preserve the quality of your wool garment and reduce laundry emissions too.
We know you want to wear your most-loved knits on repeat, and when that happens, they can be prone to pilling. Most common on natural protein fibres like wool or cashmere, bobbling is a natural side effect caused by friction - think about how much the fibres of your clothes rub together during everyday wear, washing or drying. Pills might appear first in places like your sleeves, underarms or wherever your bag strap rubs against. That’s because it’s these areas that get the most friction whenever you wear them.
Investing in a fabric comb or razor will remove those pesky pills and have your garments looking as good as new in no time. Gently comb or shave the pills away, and remember, pilling should decrease over time, so you can wear-love-repeat all over again.
While these tips will help keep your knits look their best for longer, always check the care label for specific instructions tailored to your garment.