Always wash your garments at the lowest possible temperature, especially delicate fabrics. Lower-temperature washing helps preserve the quality, colour, and shape of your clothes while reducing energy consumption.

In most cases, a short wash cycle is enough to get your clothes clean. It also helps reduce water and energy consumption, making it a more environmentally friendly choice.

Separate your laundry by colour to help prevent colour transfer and keep your garments looking their best.

Always turn your garments inside out before washing. This helps protect the fabric surface, reducing pilling and keeping your clothes looking newer for longer.

For delicate fabrics such as viscose, silk, and wool, we recommend using a laundry bag. It helps protect your garments from friction during washing, reducing wear and keeping the fabric smooth for longer.

Only run your washing machine when it's full. As a general rule, if you can place a clenched fist on top of the laundry without pressing it down, you've reached the ideal load size.

Always use the recommended amount of detergent – adding more won't make your clothes any cleaner. Liquid detergent dissolves more easily than powder, making it gentler on both your garments and the environment.

Instead of using fabric softener, try adding 3–6 drops of essential oil to your liquid detergent if you'd like your laundry to have a fresh scent. It's a gentler alternative for both your garments and the environment.

Wool is naturally self-cleaning to a certain extent, so it's often better to air it outside instead of washing it. When washing wool, always use the correct wool cycle on your washing machine, choose a detergent specifically designed for wool, and use only the recommended amount.

As an alternative to washing or simply airing out your jeans, you can try freezing them. Place your denim in a zip-lock bag and leave it in the freezer for 5–7 days. This can help reduce odours while preserving the shape and colour of your jeans for longer.

Perhaps the most important tip of all: only wash your clothes when they truly need it. Before tossing a garment into the laundry basket, ask yourself if it's actually dirty. Washing less saves water, energy, and detergent – and helps extend the life of your clothes.

Often, simply airing your garments outside is enough to freshen them up. So next time you skip laundry day, you're not being lazy – you're making a more conscious choice for your clothes and the environment.

Air-dry your garments on a clothes rack or washing line whenever possible. If you can, dry them outdoors – fresh air helps your clothes feel and smell naturally fresh while being gentler on the fabric than tumble drying.

Tumble drying uses a significant amount of energy and can shorten the lifespan of your garments. It may also cause fabrics to shrink, lose their shape, or wear out more quickly. Whenever possible, choose air drying instead.

Lay sweaters and heavier knitwear flat on a clean towel to dry. This helps them keep their shape and prevents the fabric from stretching under its own weight.

Steaming is an easy way to remove wrinkles and refresh your garments. It's also gentler on fabrics than ironing. If you do choose to iron, always check the care label first for the recommended ironing instructions.

Stretch fibres such as elastane and Lycra are especially sensitive to heat. When ironing, place a damp cloth between the iron and the fabric to protect it. To help preserve the elasticity of your garments, always wash them in cold water and avoid tumble drying.

Storing your garments correctly helps them maintain their shape and protects them from unnecessary wear and damage, so they stay looking their best for longer.

Always store knitwear folded rather than on a hanger. Folding and stacking your sweaters helps them retain their shape and prevents stretching or damage to the knit.

Store your shirts and dresses in a closed wardrobe on wooden hangers. Hanging them properly helps the fabric stay fresh, maintain its shape, and minimise wrinkles.

Tailored garments should always be stored on sturdy wooden hangers to help maintain their shape. If your trousers have pressed creases, fold them along the crease rather than the side seam. This helps preserve the crease and prevents unnecessary wrinkling.

Take garments that require professional care to a trusted dry cleaner. Always follow the instructions on the care label to help preserve the quality, shape, and finish of your garments.

If only a small area of your garment is stained, spot cleaning is often all that's needed. You don't always have to wash the entire garment – treating the stain directly helps reduce wear and extend the life of your clothes.

Caring for and repairing your garments is one of the best ways to extend their lifespan. Small repairs or simple refreshes can make a big difference, helping you enjoy your clothes for longer and reducing the need to replace them.

A local tailor can help repair minor damage and give your favourite garments a longer life. They can also alter and refine the fit, ensuring your clothes feel and look their best for years to come.

Some knitwear naturally develops pilling over time, and this is completely normal – even for high-quality sweaters.

An easy way to refresh your favourite knit is by using a fabric shaver or a single-blade razor to gently remove the pills. Finish by lightly brushing the surface with a garment brush to smooth the fibres. Be careful not to apply too much pressure, as a gentle touch is all that's needed to avoid damaging the knit.

You can also finish by steaming the garment instead of brushing it. Steaming helps smooth the fabric while refreshing it and removing unwanted odours.

While your local tailor can help with larger repairs, many small fixes can easily be done at home. Reattaching a loose or missing button, repairing a small seam, or securing a loose thread with a basic sewing kit can help extend the life of your garments and keep them in great condition.

Even if you no longer wear your garments, there are still many ways to extend their lifespan. Thinking about how your wardrobe can continue its journey is a simple way to embrace a more circular mindset and encourage more responsible consumption.

Some materials are designed to be recycled at the end of their life. Check with your local recycling centre to find out whether your garments can be recycled in your area.

Donate your unwanted garments to a local charity to give them a second life while supporting both your community and the environment. It's a simple way to make a positive impact for people and the planet.

Get creative! There are endless ways to upcycle the fabric from your garments. Even if an item has a large hole or a stubborn stain, much of the material can still be reused for fun and practical projects.

For example, an old shirt can be transformed into beautiful fabric gift wrap for birthdays or holidays. Explore platforms like Pinterest or YouTube for even more inspiration and creative ideas.

Want to keep your leather jacket looking beautiful for years to come? Proper care is the key. Follow these simple steps to preserve the quality, appearance, and longevity of your leather jacket.

Conditioning Your Leather

To keep the leather soft, supple, and protected from drying out or cracking, apply a leather conditioner once or twice a year.

Always test the product on a discreet area first, as it may affect the colour of the leather.

• Apply a small amount of leather conditioner with a soft cloth and gently work it into the leather using circular motions.
• Allow the conditioner to absorb, then wipe away any excess with a clean cloth.

Cleaning

If needed, gently wipe the jacket with a soft, slightly damp cloth.

Avoid using household cleaning products, alcohol, or wet wipes, as these can damage the leather. If your jacket becomes heavily soiled, we recommend taking it to a professional leather specialist or dry cleaner.

Rain & Moisture

If your jacket gets wet, allow it to air dry naturally at room temperature.

Do not place it near radiators, heaters, or in direct sunlight. Once the jacket is completely dry, you can apply a light layer of leather conditioner if needed.

Storage

Store your leather jacket on a wide, supportive hanger to help maintain its shape.

Keep it in a cool, dry place and avoid storing it in plastic garment bags, as leather needs to breathe. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight should also be avoided.

Please Avoid

To help preserve your leather jacket, avoid:

• Washing it in a washing machine.
• Spraying perfume or applying chemicals directly onto the leather.
• Over-conditioning the leather, as excessive use of care products can make it overly soft and affect its structure.