CARE & KEEPING
Your vintage wardrobe contains timeless pieces, deserving of attentive
care to preserve its elegance and longevity.
ALPACA
Storage: Fold and store in a cool, dry place. Protect from moths and pests using breathable bags or natural repellents. Avoid prolonged sunlight exposure.
Handling: Handle gently to avoid stretching or snagging. Avoid rough surfaces and heavy accessories.
Cleaning: Hand wash in cold water with gentle detergent or consult a professional. Lay flat to dry; never tumble dry.
Moisture: If damp, blot gently and air dry flat. Avoid twisting or applying heat.
Maintenance: Brush lightly to maintain loft and softness. Rotate garments to minimize friction and wear.
CASHMERE
Storage: Store cashmere in a cool, dry place, folded neatly rather than hung, to prevent stretching. Protect it from moths by using breathable storage bags or lightly scented sachets, and avoid direct sunlight, which can fade fibers.
Handling: Handle cashmere delicately. Avoid pulling, snagging, or wearing heavy accessories over the garment, which can damage the fine fibers. When wearing, allow it to drape naturally without compressing the fabric.
Cleaning: Never machine wash or tumble dry vintage cashmere. Hand wash in cold water with a gentle wool or cashmere detergent, or entrust the piece to a professional cleaner experienced with delicate fibers. Always reshape and lay flat to dry.
Moisture: If the cashmere becomes damp, gently blot with a clean cloth and allow it to air dry flat, away from heat sources. Avoid wringing or hanging while wet, as this can stretch or distort the garment.
Maintenance: Periodically, gently brush or lightly roll the fabric to remove pills, or have it professionally maintained. With attentive care, your vintage cashmere will remain luxuriously soft and beautiful for decades.
EMBELLISHED FABRICS
Storage: Store carefully in breathable bags or boxes. Avoid pressing or folding in ways that crush fibers, embroidery, or embellishments.
Handling: Handle delicately to prevent snags, pulls, or tearing. Avoid stretching seams or pressing embellishments.
Cleaning: Professional cleaning is recommended for these delicate fabrics. Spot cleaning should only be performed under professional guidance.
Moisture: Air dry naturally if lightly damp. Avoid direct heat or sunlight, which may distort the fabric or damage embellishments.
Maintenance: Light steaming or professional pressing maintains texture, drape, and shape. Avoid crushing or compressing during storage.
FEATHERS
Storage: Store in breathable containers or garment bags. Avoid crushing or compressing.
Handling: Handle with care to maintain shape and softness. Avoid heavy accessories or rough surfaces.
Cleaning: Always use professional cleaning services experienced with feathers, down, or delicate specialty materials.
Moisture: Air dry naturally if damp; avoid heat, sunlight, or forced drying methods.
Maintenance: Occasional fluffing or gentle reshaping restores loft and appearance. Rotate wear to minimize compression.
FURS
Storage: Always store your fur in a cool, dry environment, away from direct sunlight and heat sources, which can dry and damage the fibers. Avoid plastic bags—choose a breathable cloth garment bag to allow proper airflow and prevent moisture buildup.
Handling: Handle gently and avoid pulling, pinning, or attaching heavy accessories to the fur, as this can weaken the fibers. When wearing, allow the fur to drape naturally without pressing or compressing it.
Cleaning: Never attempt to wash your fur at home. Professional furriers offer specialized cleaning that maintains the fur’s softness, sheen, and structure.
Moisture: If the fur becomes damp, shake off excess water, smooth the fibers gently with your hands, and allow it to air dry naturally. Avoid heat sources like radiators or hair dryers, which can cause irreversible damage.
Maintenance: Periodically, professional conditioning can restore suppleness and luster, keeping your vintage piece looking pristine for decades.
LEATHERS & EXOTICS
Storage: Store leather in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat, which can cause fading, drying, or cracking. Avoid plastic bags—opt for a breathable cloth garment bag or cotton cover to allow airflow and prevent trapped moisture.
Handling: Handle leather gently and avoid overloading pockets or attaching heavy accessories, which can stretch or distort the material. When worn, allow the leather to move naturally and avoid prolonged pressure or folding
that may create permanent creases.
Cleaning: Never machine wash or soak leather. Light surface dust may be removed with a soft, dry cloth. For deeper cleaning or stains, consult a professional leather specialist to protect the finish and integrity of the hide.
Moisture: If leather becomes damp, blot gently with a clean cloth and allow it to air dry naturally at room temperature. Do not use heat sources such as radiators or hair dryers, as rapid drying can cause stiffness and cracking.
Maintenance: Periodic conditioning by a professional helps maintain suppleness, prevent dryness, and enhance the natural patina—ensuring your vintage leather remains beautiful for years to come.
LINEN
Storage: Store in a cool, dry area, folded neatly. Avoid plastic; use breathable cloth bags or wrap in tissue. Keep away from sunlight to prevent yellowing or fading.
Handling: Handle carefully to avoid creases or stretching. Avoid snagging the fabric with rough surfaces or sharp accessories.
Cleaning: Hand wash or machine wash on gentle cold cycles with mild detergent. Air dry or iron lightly while slightly damp to maintain crispness. Professional care is recommended for delicate or vintage pieces.
Moisture: Blot excess water gently and air dry naturally. Avoid wringing, twisting, or exposing to direct heat.
Maintenance: Iron lightly to restore structure. Avoid excessive folding in storage, which can cause permanent creases.
MOHAIR
Storage: Fold and store in a cool, dry place. Protect from moths and pests using breathable bags or natural repellents. Avoid prolonged sunlight exposure.
Handling: Handle gently to avoid stretching or snagging. Avoid rough surfaces and heavy accessories.
Cleaning: Hand wash in cold water with gentle detergent or consult a professional. Lay flat to dry; never tumble dry.
Moisture: If damp, blot gently and air dry flat. Avoid twisting or applying heat.
Maintenance: Brush lightly to maintain loft and softness. Rotate garments to minimize friction and wear.
SILK
Storage: Store silk in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, which can weaken fibers and cause fading. Avoid plastic bags—choose a breathable cloth garment bag or wrap the piece in acid-free tissue to protect it from light and friction.
Handling: Handle silk with clean, dry hands and avoid pulling, pinning, or placing stress on seams. When wearing, be mindful of jewelry, rough surfaces, and heavy bags, as silk is prone to snagging and abrasion.
Cleaning: Never machine wash or wring silk. For most vintage silk garments, professional dry cleaning by a specialist experienced with delicate fabrics is recommended. Spot cleaning at home should be avoided unless guided by a professional.
Moisture: If silk becomes damp, gently blot with a clean cloth and allow it to air dry naturally, away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not twist or stretch the fabric while wet, as this may distort its shape.
Maintenance: Occasional professional care helps maintain silk’s softness, luster, and structure, ensuring your vintage piece remains elegant and wearable for years to come.
VELVET
Storage: Store carefully in breathable bags or boxes. Avoid pressing or folding in ways that crush fibers, embroidery, or embellishments.
Handling: Handle delicately to prevent snags, pulls, or tearing. Avoid stretching seams or pressing embellishments.
Cleaning: Professional cleaning is recommended for these delicate fabrics. Spot cleaning should only be performed under professional guidance.
Moisture: Air dry naturally if lightly damp. Avoid direct heat or sunlight, which may distort the fabric or damage embellishments.
Maintenance: Light steaming or professional pressing maintains texture, drape, and shape. Avoid crushing or compressing during storage.
WOOL
Storage: Store wool in a cool, dry place, folded or gently rolled rather than hung, to maintain its shape. Protect from moths using breathable storage bags or natural repellents, and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, which can fade fibers.
Handling: Handle wool gently and avoid pulling or stretching the fabric. Be mindful of rough surfaces or heavy accessories that may cause pilling or distortion. When wearing, allow the garment to drape naturally without compressing the fibers.
Cleaning: Do not machine wash or tumble dry vintage wool. Hand wash in cold water with a gentle wool detergent, or consult a professional cleaner experienced in wool garments. Always reshape and lay flat to dry.
Moisture: If wool becomes damp, gently blot with a clean cloth and allow it to air dry flat at room temperature. Avoid direct heat or wringing, which can shrink or distort the fibers.
Maintenance: Periodically brush or gently remove surface pills to maintain a smooth finish, and consider professional care for deep cleaning or conditioning. With careful attention, your wool garments will remain timelessly beautiful for years to come.