Advice fromCare Instructions
How to wash
your silk clothes?
"At Soi, we carefully select our materials to ensure the highest quality and durability of your pieces.
There are many factors that can age textiles: excessive exposure to UV rays, storage conditions, or inadequate washing and drying methods.
To keep our beautiful pieces as long as possible, we must take care of them by adopting the right washing and drying conditions because each material has its specificity. We reveal you our secrets to pamper your clothes and keep a new aspect, fibers in good condition and a beautiful fluidity!"
Aurélie & Julia
Board no.1
How to wash a silk garment?
Dresses, Shirts, blouses, skirts, you've fallen for one of our silk pieces and want to know our advice on how to care for them and keep them for as long as possible? We'll tell you all about it - once you've got the right instructions for washing silk, it's not that complicated!
Silk is a natural, noble and delicate material that can be worn for many years if well cared for. Silk should therefore be handled with care. Using the right washing conditions for silk is essential to avoid damaging the fiber. Whether chiffon, crepe or twill, these fabrics with their different appearances (matte, shiny, supple, etc.) are all derived from the same fiber: silk. Before washing your silk garment, check the Care Instructions.Care Instructionsinstructions on the inside label.
Discover all our tips and the different steps to follow to wash your silk garment correctly and keep it for many years to come.
1. Washing silk
Silk should be washed gently. We recommend a cold hand wash, with the possibility of a dry wash, if indicated on the garment label (lined piece), you will need to take your piece to the dry cleaner. We do not recommend machine washing for your silk pieces.
How do I wash silk by hand? Use a special silk detergent and do not soak your piece for more than 5 minutes in soapy water. Be careful not to add fabric softener, as this will grease and weigh down the material. Remember to remove your jewelry and check the condition of your basin or sink to avoid pulled threads. Avoid rubbing to remove a stain or wringing the garment.
*If you find a stain, act quickly to prevent it from drying and seek professional advice. Do not use stain remover.
2. The drying of the silk
We strongly advise against machine spinning and tumble drying a silk garment, as this can damage the fiber and cause your garment to shrink. Once the silk wash is finished, pre-dry your garment gently by rolling it in a terry towel without wringing or twisting it. Silk is sensitive to light, so place your garment away from a heat source and direct sunlight as this can cause discoloration, weakening and accelerating wear. Drying can be done on a hanger, in the open air.
3. The ironing of silk
Can silk be ironed? Silk dries very quickly and can be ironed, but care must be taken. How to iron silk? Silk should be ironed dry with a soft iron. When ironing silk, put the garment on the reverse side. The iron should be at the lowest possible temperature and without steam to avoid damaging or burning the fiber. Do not press your iron on the seams. When you have finished ironing your silk garment, place it on a hanger away from direct sunlight or a heat source and wait until it is completely dry before putting it away.
Now you know all the tips fromCare Instructions tips for cleaning, drying and ironing your silk garment, whether it is a shirt, blouse, dress or skirt. By following all these simple steps in our silk guide, your garment will beCare Instructions guide, your garment will be impeccable after every wash. Carefully following the silk washing instructions will ensure the longevity of your piece.
Board no.2
100% Viscose Twill
1. Washing
To take the best care of your piece, prefer hand washing.
2. Drying
The tumble dryer is not recommended for a viscose garment, drying on a hanger is more
more appropriate. Don't worry if your garment comes out of the machine with a "cardboard" effect, the fabric will regain its initial texture once dry and ironed.
3. Ironing
Viscose should be ironed while still wet, on the reverse side, at about 110° with a pattemouille
for more precaution. It is at this stage that the viscose garment finds its initial size. It
It is important not to use the steam function of your iron to avoid damaging the garment.
Board no.3
Silk - Viscose
1. Washing
Hand-wash your silk-viscose blend garment inside out with similar colors. Remember to remove your jewelry and check the condition of your basin or sink to avoid snagging the fabric.
2. Drying
Do not use a dryer for silk-viscose garments; air-drying on a hanger is more appropriate. Avoid hanging it in direct sunlight.
3. Ironing
This fabric dries quickly and should be ironed while still damp, on the reverse side. Use a damp cloth as a precaution if the garment is already dry. The iron should be set to the lowest possible temperature and without steam to avoid damaging the fibers.
Board no.4
Cotton
1. Washing
Choose a delicate program at 40° maximum. Wash items in similar colors. Do not soak. Dry-cleaning is permitted.
2. Drying
Do not tumble-dry; air-drying is more appropriate.
3. Ironing
Iron your garment inside out (do not iron directly on the print). Use the cotton setting, at a low temperature (110° maximum).
Board no.5
Linen - Cotton
1. Washing
Select a delicate cycle using cold or lukewarm water (30°C maximum). Wash your items with similar colors. Dry cleaning is permitted.
2. Drying
Do not use a dryer for linen-cotton garments; air-drying on a hanger is more appropriate.
3. Ironing
Linen-cotton garments should be ironed inside out with a hot iron. This helps prevent visible marks and creases.
Board no.6
Plain Jersey
1. Washing
Select a delicate cycle with cold or very lukewarm water (30°C maximum) for machine washing. Turn your garment inside out and use a mild detergent. If you choose to hand wash, do not wring out the viscose while it is wet. Remember to remove your jewelry and check the condition of your basin or sink to avoid snagging the fabric.
2. Drying
Do not use a dryer; drying on a hanger is more appropriate. Don’t worry if your garment comes out of the machine feeling stiff; the fabric will regain its original texture once dry and ironed.
3. Ironing
Viscose should be ironed while still damp, on the reverse side, at approximately 110°C using a damp cloth for added protection. It is important not to use the steam function on your iron to avoid damaging the garment.
Board no.7
The Crumpled One
1. Washing
Select a delicate cycle with cold or very lukewarm water (30°C maximum) for machine washing. Turn your garment inside out and use a mild detergent. If you choose to wash by hand, do not wring out the fabric while it is damp. Remember to remove your jewelry and check the condition of your basin or sink to avoid snagging the fabric. Dry cleaning is permitted for winter crepe garments.
2. Drying
Do not use a dryer; drying on a hanger is more appropriate. Don’t worry if your garment comes out of the machine feeling stiff—the fabric will regain its original texture once dry and ironed.
3. Ironing
Viscose should be ironed while still damp, on the reverse side, at approximately 110°C using a damp cloth for added protection. It is important not to use the steam function on your iron to avoid damaging the garment.
