Air, do not wash
Most pieces need fresh air, not detergent. Steam lightly and let them rest between wears.
Longevity
Care & archival storage
Pre-loved clothing lasts when it is stored properly. These are the habits we use on every piece in the archive.
Fold knitwear
Hanging stretches shoulders and breaks the yarn. Fold cashmere and wool flat in acid-free tissue.
Keep leather dry and conditioned
Condition twice a year, keep away from radiators, and let wet leather dry at room temperature.
Cedar and daylight
Cedar blocks moths; direct sun destroys dye. Store dark, dry and slightly cool.