Silk care

The golden rules for caring for Madelle silk clothes and accessories

Our silk garments can be either dry-cleaned or hand-washed. The method you choose is up to you.

Washing

1. If you can afford frequent visits to a dry cleaner specializing in refreshing silk fabrics, know that this method will almost always work and is the safest.
2. If you decide to hand wash, remember that silk doesn't like being immersed in water for hours, so don't soak it for too long. A short soak (5 minutes) in water with a mild detergent is enough to refresh your favorite dress.
3. Silk doesn't like high temperatures, so lukewarm water is best for washing. The darker the fabric, the cooler the water should be.
4. For home washing, use liquids designed for this fabric, or other gentle detergents. Under no circumstances should you use aggressive detergents, powders, etc., unless you're a risk-averse person and do so at your own risk.
5. Remember that the structure of silk changes when exposed to water, making it even more delicate and susceptible to damage. So, forget about rubbing, scrubbing, or wringing. This could damage the fabric.
6. The final step in washing is rinsing, which is best done with clean, cool water. It's best to blot out excess water with a towel. Never wring!

Drying:

1. It's recommended to dry silk clothes flat. However, you can simply hang them up, shaping them beforehand to keep the dress or blouse in shape.
2. Silk is very sensitive to sunlight and heat. Avoid drying in direct sunlight or on a radiator.
3. Also, pay special attention to drying this fabric well, because if it remains even slightly damp, there is a high probability that it will become moldy.

Ironing:

Silk should be ironed inside out at low temperature.

You might think silk requires a lot of care. Nothing could be further from the truth! Just treat it gently, and you'll enjoy your favorite dress or blouse for a long time.