Care guide
With the right care, a shawl keeps the texture and colour it had on the first day. A few clear rules:
Cleaning
- Dry cleaning only is recommended for every piece. Machine and hand washing damage both the fibre structure and the vividness of the print.
- If a stain appears, do not rub it. Blot gently with a clean white cloth and take the piece to a dry cleaner as soon as possible.
- Keep away from perfume, hairspray and deodorant; alcohol-based products permanently dull the lustre of silk.
Ironing
- If silk needs pressing, use the lowest setting, work from the reverse and place a thin cotton cloth in between.
- Do not apply steam directly to the cloth; it can leave water marks.
- Cotton shawls press best on a medium setting while slightly damp.
Storage
- Roll rather than fold where possible; fold lines become permanent in silk over time.
- Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Choose a cotton pouch or box over a plastic bag so the fibre can breathe.
Wearing
- Jewellery and bag chains rubbing against silk can cause pulls; take care when tying.
- Fine pulls should never be cut — ease them gently back from the reverse.
- Rest a piece between wears rather than using the same one day after day; the fibre needs time to recover.