Fabric care guide

Made-to-order pieces deserve a little care. Check the fabric on your product page, then follow the tips below. When in doubt, dry clean.

• Chikankari

  • Hand wash in cold water with a mild detergent.
  • Don’t wring; press the water out in a towel.
  • Dry in the shade and iron on the reverse side.

• Organza

  • Dry clean for the best result.
  • Steam or iron on low heat with a cloth between.
  • Store on a padded hanger so the layers don’t crush.

• Net

  • Hand wash gently in cold water, or dry clean if embellished.
  • Keep away from jewellery and zips that can snag.
  • Dry flat in the shade.

• Raw silk

  • Dry clean only.
  • Water can leave marks, so blot spills straight away.
  • Iron on the reverse on a silk setting.

• Velvet

  • Dry clean only.
  • Steam to lift creases; don’t press the pile flat.
  • Hang to store, with space around it.

• Chiffon

  • Hand wash gently in cold water.
  • Roll in a towel to dry, then hang in the shade.
  • Iron on low heat.

• Lawn and cotton

  • Wash inside out on a gentle, cold cycle.
  • Wash bright colours separately the first few times.
  • Dry in the shade so colours stay bright.

• Banarsi

  • Dry clean only.
  • Fold with muslin between the folds and refold now and then.
  • Keep zari away from damp.

• Sequins, pearls and heavy embroidery

  • Dry clean only.
  • Store flat or folded in a cotton bag; heavy pieces stretch on hangers.
  • Iron from the reverse, never over the work.

Storing your pieces

• Keep pieces in breathable cotton or muslin bags, never plastic.
• Store heavy and embellished pieces folded flat so they don’t stretch.
• Air them out after every wear before putting them away.