Each dress is designed with carefully selected fabrics. Delicate finishes and, in many cases, intricate embroidery enhance its appearance.
Dresses Care Tips explain how proper care preserves shape, color, texture, and craftsmanship. This preserves the garment for years to come.
Always check the individual garment care label first, as specific construction and embellishment may require different treatment.
Fabric Care
Silk & Silk Blends
Silk is naturally delicate and should be handled with care.
Prefer professional dry cleaning for structured or embellished silk dresses.
For washable silk, use cold water and a mild detergent specifically formulated for delicate fabrics.
Never wring, twist, or scrub the garment.
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
Lay flat or hang on a padded hanger to dry, depending on the garment construction.
Store in a breathable garment bag.
Avoid: Bleach, harsh detergents, tumble drying, and high heat.
Satin
Satin has a smooth, lustrous surface that can easily show marks, pulls, and water spots.
Follow the care label; professional dry cleaning is generally recommended for occasionwear.
If washing is permitted, use cold water and a delicate detergent.
Handle gently and avoid rubbing the surface.
Air dry naturally away from direct sunlight.
Steam from the reverse side when possible.
Avoid: High temperatures, aggressive ironing, and rough surfaces that may cause snagging.
Chiffon
Chiffon is lightweight and delicate, making it particularly susceptible to pulls and snags.
Professional dry cleaning is recommended for most chiffon dresses.
If hand washing is permitted, use cold water and minimal agitation.
Do not wring or twist.
Allow excess water to drain naturally.
Hang carefully or lay flat according to the garment construction.
Avoid: Washing machines, tumble dryers, jewelry or accessories that may catch on the fabric.
Crepe
Crepe has a distinctive textured finish and elegant drape.
Dry cleaning is generally preferred, especially for tailored or lined dresses.
If the care label permits washing, use cold water and a gentle cycle.
Do not wring.
Reshape while damp and allow to air dry.
Steam lightly to restore the drape.
Avoid: High heat, chlorine bleach, and excessive ironing.
Velvet
Velvet requires special attention to maintain its rich texture and pile.
Professional dry cleaning is recommended.
Never rub or brush the surface aggressively.
Steam gently from a distance to release wrinkles.
Avoid pressing the iron directly onto the velvet pile.
Store on a sturdy, padded hanger.
Avoid: Folding for extended periods, high heat, and crushing under heavy garments.
Linen & Linen Blends
Linen naturally develops a relaxed texture and may crease easily.
Wash according to the garment care label, preferably using cold or lukewarm water.
Use a mild detergent.
Air dry naturally.
Iron or steam while slightly damp if required.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Tip: Natural creasing is part of linen’s character and should not be considered a flaw.
Cotton & Cotton Blends
Cotton is generally durable but can shrink, fade, or lose its shape when exposed to excessive heat.
Wash according to the care label, preferably in cold water.
Turn the dress inside out before washing.
Use a gentle detergent.
Air dry whenever possible.
Iron at the temperature recommended on the care label.
Avoid: Excessive heat and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
Polyester & Synthetic Blends
Many synthetic fabrics are durable and easy to maintain, but heat can permanently damage their shape or finish.
Machine wash only when permitted by the care label.
Use cold or low-temperature settings.
Air dry whenever possible.
Steam on a low setting.
Keep the iron away from delicate surface finishes.
Avoid: High heat, tumble drying at high temperatures, and direct contact with a hot iron.
Embroidery & Embellishment Care
Hand Embroidery
Intricate embroidery should always be treated as a delicate surface.
Turn the garment inside out before cleaning when possible.
Professional dry cleaning is recommended unless the care label states otherwise.
Do not rub, scrub, or brush embroidered areas.
Avoid catching the embroidery on jewelry, bags, watches, or rough surfaces.
Never iron directly over embroidery.
For pressing: Place a clean, soft cloth between the embroidery and the iron, or preferably use gentle steaming from the reverse side.
Beading, Sequins & Crystals
Embellished dresses require additional care to protect their decorative elements.
Professional dry cleaning is recommended.
Store the dress separately to prevent embellishments from catching on other garments.
Avoid excessive friction against handbags, jewelry, or textured surfaces.
Do not iron directly over beads, sequins, crystals, or metallic elements.
Handle the garment from the shoulders or reinforced areas rather than pulling on embellished sections.
Important: Some embellishments may naturally develop minor variations over time due to wear and handling.
Stains & Spills
Act quickly, but do not rub the stain.
Gently blot the affected area with a clean, dry, absorbent cloth.
Do not apply household stain removers unless the garment care label specifically permits it.
Avoid rubbing delicate fabrics or embroidered areas.
For oil, makeup, wine, perfume, or other difficult stains, take the garment to a professional cleaner as soon as possible.
Inform the cleaner about any embroidery, beads, crystals, metallic threads, or special finishes.
The sooner a stain is professionally treated, the better the chance of preserving the original fabric.
Perfume, Makeup & Deodorant
To help protect delicate fabrics and embellishments:
Apply perfume, deodorant, hairspray, and other cosmetics before putting on your dress.
Allow products to dry completely before dressing.
Direct contact with alcohol, oils, cosmetics, and perspiration may gradually affect certain fabrics, dyes, metallic threads, and embellishments.
Ironing & Steaming
When possible, steaming is preferable to ironing for dresses.
Use the lowest suitable temperature.
Keep the steamer slightly away from delicate surfaces.
Steam from the reverse side whenever possible.
Never press directly over embroidery, sequins, crystals, beads, velvet pile, or delicate trims.
Always test on an inconspicuous area if you’re unsure.
For structured garments, professional pressing is recommended.
Washing Guide
Fabric / Detail
Recommended Care
Heat
Silk
Professional dry clean
Low
Satin
Dry clean / delicate wash if permitted
Low
Chiffon
Professional dry clean
Low
Crepe
Dry clean / delicate wash if permitted
Low
Velvet
Professional dry clean
Low
Linen
Gentle wash if permitted
Low–Medium
Cotton
Gentle machine wash if permitted
Low–Medium
Polyester
Gentle machine wash if permitted
Low
Hand Embroidery
Professional dry clean
Low
Beading / Sequins
Professional dry clean
Low
Crystals / Embellishments
Professional care
Low
When in doubt, choose professional dry cleaning.
Storage
Proper storage is just as important as cleaning, a part of Dresses Care Tips.
Make sure the dress is completely dry before storing.
Use a padded hanger for structured garments.
Lightweight or heavily embellished dresses may be better stored folded to prevent stretching.
Keep garments in a breathable garment bag.
Store away from direct sunlight, humidity, and strong odors.
Avoid overcrowding your wardrobe.
Keep embellished pieces separated from delicate fabrics to prevent snagging.
Never store dresses in plastic dry-cleaning bags for extended periods.
Caring for Your Dress Between Wears
You don’t necessarily need to clean a dress after every wear, according to Dresses Care Tips.
After wearing:
01 — Air it out Allow the garment to breathe in a cool, shaded area.
02 — Inspect it Check for makeup, stains, loose threads, or damaged embellishments.
03 — Treat promptly Address any stains before storing the garment.
04 — Store correctly Use the appropriate hanger or fold the dress carefully.
05 — Keep it protected Store away from sunlight, moisture, and friction.
A Note on Delicate Craftsmanship
Our embroidered and embellished pieces are created with delicate materials and detailed craftsmanship. Slight variations in embroidery, texture, thread placement, beads, sequins, or other decorative elements may occur and are part of the character of a carefully crafted garment.
With proper care, these details can remain beautiful for years to come.
Treat it delicately. Wear it confidently. Keep it beautifully yours.
