Fabric Care Guide: Cashmere

Freshening:

To freshen up your cashmere pieces between washes, lay flat on a bed or towel and allow to air for a few hours to remove odours. This should be done after each wear to keep your pieces fresh before storing away. Any pilling or pet hairs should be removed with a lint roller or fabric shaver. Alternatively, you can give your cashmere pieces a light steam to freshen up.

As cashmere is a natural fibre, it can be susceptable to 'pilling'. This is natural and is, unfortunately, an inevitable consequence of cashmere. To remove pilling on your pieces, gently use a cashmere comb or electric de-bobbler.

Spot Cleaning:

To spot clean any small stains or spillages, use warm water and a mild detergent and gently dab at the stain to loosen. Avoid harsh scrubbing, as it can damage the fibres in the fabric. Treat stains as soon as they happen to avoid them soaking into the fabric. Once the stain is removed, allow the item to air dry fully before folding away.

Washing:

Be sure to wash your cashmere pieces every 3-4 wears, even if they don't have visible dirt, as product and oil build up can attract moths. To wash your cashmere pieces, we recommend hand washing in cool water or machine washing on a gentle cycle. To hand wash, turn the item inside out and submerge in a bath of cool water and dedicated cashmere detergent or baby shampoo. Be careful not to pull and tug at the garment as it can cause stretching. Gently swish the garment around in the water then leave to soak for 5-10 minutes. Finally rinse thoroughly with cool water. For machine washing, turn your item inside out and wash on a delicate or wool cycle using a dedicated cashmere detergent. We also recommend using a low spin setting to avoid your cashmere piece becoming misshapen.

Drying:

After washing, opt for air drying your cashmere pieces instead of using a dryer as this can cause shrinkage. Absorb any excess water with a towel and leave to dry flat in an airy place away from direct sunlight. Avoid hanging your item to dry as it can cause stretching of the fibres.

Storing:

Make sure your cashmere pieces are completely dry before putting them away. We always recommend storing your cashmere pieces folded in a cupboard or drawer, rather than hanging them to ensure they don't stretch or become misshapen. Unfortunately moths love cashmere and without proper storage your pieces are at risk of being destroyed by them. To keep moths away, invest in moth balls and store your pieces in air tight bags during the summer or when not being worn.

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