How to Wash a Dress by Fabric
To wash a dress without damage, read the care label first. Use cold water and a gentle cycle for most dresses. Hand wash delicate fabrics like silk and chiffon. Air dry to protect shape and color. This guide covers washing by fabric.
Read the care label
The label sets the safe method. Some dresses need dry cleaning. Others handle a machine wash on gentle. Follow the label before the steps below.
Wash by fabric
Cotton and polyester handle a cold gentle cycle. Silk, chiffon, and lace need a hand wash in cool water with mild soap. Denim and knit wash inside out to protect the surface.
Dry with care
Air dry most dresses flat or on a hanger. Heat from a dryer shrinks fabric and fades color. Lay knits flat to hold their shape.
Frequently asked questions
Should you wash a dress in hot or cold water?
Cold water protects color and shape. Hot water fades dye and shrinks fabric.
How do you wash a delicate dress?
Hand wash in cool water with mild soap. Press out water without wringing.
Is machine washing a dress safe?
Many cotton and polyester dresses handle a gentle cold cycle. Check the label first.
More in the Dress Care hub.
Vilmere Editorial Team.
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