We want you to enjoy your fine lingerie for years to come, and you can if you follow the manufacturer’s care instructions attached to all of the garments.
In addition, all of the goods we carry are made from one or more of the materials in the
following chart. Refer to this table for additional care guidelines by type of
fabric:
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FABRIC
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CARE
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COTTON
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Withstands high
temperatures and can be machine washed.
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Washing shrinkage
between 3 and 5%.
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Creases, therefore
requires ironing.
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RAYON, VISCOSE, MODAL
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SILK
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TACTEL,
LYCRA, DACRON, POLYESTERS, POLYAMIDES, ELASTANE
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Machine washable at
medium temperature.
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Does not crease easily,
therefore no ironing.
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CANNOT WITHSTAND HOT
IRONS (THEY MELT !).
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We also provide a summary of specific care instructions in every item description.
Valid for all materials:
- Hand washing with mild soap is highly recommended (machine washing may be too rough for delicate embroideries, and hooks may snag intricate laces).
- If machine washed, place lingerie in a laundry bag.
- Do not bleach.
- Do not soak prints or colors.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Hang to dry, or reshape and dry flat.
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