I have washed sweaters the way you showed all of my life. My mom was a great knitter, and we lived in cold climates, so always had those beautiful thick sweaters. I still have almost all of them...5-6 decades later.
Another sweater tip is to wear a thin camisole, tank top or my preference is a thin, fitted t shirt under your sweater so sweat and deodorant doesn’t get on the sweater. The extra layer is much warmer too.
Do you have any T-shirt recommendations? As strange as this sounds when I layer a t shirt under sweaters, which I always do it seems to change the way the sweater drapes and it doesn’t look as nice as it does without the T-shirt.
I worked at a dry cleaner when I was in high school and the owners really taught me how to care for clothes without needing to use dry cleaning. Another few tips: use one of the shout color catcher sheets with anything that has both light and dark or saturated colors, rayon tends to shrink and can do so irregularly so blocking is important, mixed cloth types can shrink differently so be very careful with things with linings (coats, blazers), cheap vodka in a spray bottle is a very good odor remover and refresher (then air item out), some embellishments may need to be removed and stitched back on to clean (even with dry cleaning), spot clean only as often as needed to reduce need to wash entire garment, spot clean leather and suede items with leather care products for shoes. That's all I can think of right now. The only thing I've dry cleaned for 30 plus years was my wedding dress so it could be preserved and boxed. I went back to the place I'd worked and they did it for free, and redid my mom's wedding dress. Edit: I also use regular detergents but I always use gentler dye free ones. You can also soak dark, bright or saturated color items in cold water with a little bit of white vinegar before wearing and washing an item to help set the colors so they don't bleed, run or fade as easily.
You can make a paste of water and salt or water and baking soda and apply to the yellowed stain and put the item in the sun. May fade dark or bright colors though.
I air dry about 99% of my clothes. I only wash on cold. I wash everything inside out. I also started hand washing items and I LOVE IT. Not only is it therapeutic, but you have much more control over The item and it doesn’t get ruined as easily.
Actually you don't need a special detergent to hand-wash wool. Wool is sheep's hair (or goat's hair in case of cashmere), and it can be treated like our own hair. So simply use a gentle hair shampoo.
I'm a long time knitter, and I've done a lot of washing wool. It is possible to use warm water to wash wool, but you need to be very careful that you avoid sudden changes in temperature. Changes in temperature, rubbing, and agitation can cause wool to felt and shrink. If you have a washing machine that can be set to spin only (no added water), you can spin dry wool knits. This helps them dry faster. Finally, anything with internal structure (blazers, many jackets and coats) should not be washed. The internal structure is often not water safe. For those, brushing, airing and the very, very occasional dry cleaning is good.
Thanks for the tips! I have recently started to sell second hand clothes and am in the process of learning how to clean the things. What would be the best way to wash a wool coat or blazer with a lining of a different material? Would brushing and airing get any smells out? And when you say airing, do you simply mean hang the garment outside?
That is thoughtful to put the timeframes up on the screen. Thank you, i am a frequent viewer and this makes it easier for me to come back to the specific parts when i need it.
Wonderful tips as always, I’ve been wanting to give this brand a try. I don’t take my clothes to the cleaners either. I have 2 hanger tips that I hope will be helpful. 1. If you’re petite (I’m 5’2”) standard hangers might be too wide and will create bumps at the top of the sleeves. I have both “petite” and “junior” hangers that are the perfect size-the sleeve caps sits right on the ends allowing the the sleeves to hang freely. “Children’s” hangers might work, you’d just have to measure the width to make sure. 2. If you have more closet space than drawer space you can still hang your sweaters without damaging them. Using a typical hanger that has a horizontal bar at the bottom, fold sweater lengthwise and drape the sweater over the hanger so that the hook is in the armpit; top/neck part drapes over one side, the bottom half and sleeves drape over the other. Tuck the neck under the bar to secure it. I’ve been doing this for years and my sweaters have not stretched out at all. I’m not sure how well this works if you’re a size XL or above but you might be able to rig something if the hangers aren’t big enough.
Loved the tips . Dry clean at home is worth it . You will save money and your buttons won’t melt Garments won’t shrink or be destroyed, stains will come out or the worst case they actually lose your garment . It is a little more work at home but really worth it thank you very much . I am a subscriber now
Airing cashmere and wool jumpers on a washing line and cardigans is best as wool has anti bacterial properties in it and doesn't need washing as much as people think.
The "burrito technique" is something I've been using for years when I travel in warm climates. I take my used clothes into the shower with me and, after washing myself, wash the clothes with shampoo, rinse and then squeeze them out without twisting. I leave the wet clothes in the shower while I get dressed. Then I take a few small items, or a larger item like a shirt or pants, and roll them up in a towel burrito, place it on the floor, and step on the burrito from one end to the other. At that point most of the water is squeezed out and I can shake out the items and hang them up to dry. I never have to use a laundromat while traveling.
Very nice and informative. I often think that we wash our garments too often. Our parents and grandparents did not have as many pieces of clothing as we do now, and yes they had some different fiber content, but they wore their clothing many more times before washing. I kind of have a hierarchy I use to determine when a garment needs washing. If the garment is worn close to my body, it’s washed more often, if it’s a layer that’s farther away it’s washed less often.
Great information Audrey. I have used products from The Laundress for years. My delicates, cashmere and woolens look like new. I save 💰 and avoid toxins. 💖
It’s great to see you doing ad videos as you so deserve it. Hard work and dedication should be paid for always. Now let’s go ahead and watch the video.
Audrey I totally agree with you in soaking clothes before washing on milder cycles. Except 100% wool, not necessary to soak. The fibres gives away dirt to the water very easily...if very dirty..use Woolite or neutral detergent twice. I only wash my woolen sweaters once a year...yes by using a thermal under to soak up sweat and air it (in front of window or fresh air vent) after use. Give it a good shake to get out dust. Thank you for always good videos. Take care and stay healty!
Audrey, I use many of the same ways in handling my “dry clean only” clothes as you.(I do not have that many things that says to do that.) I use a roller ball occasionally, but am now going to look for a good lint brush. Thank-you for the information on the Laundress. Will be looking into the products they offer.
Thank you SO much, Audrey. I’ve recently purchased several silk and cashmere items and I don’t want dry cleaning chemicals on my clothes so your recommendations are a HUGE help to me. I ordered a few of the laundry detergents and sprays. Again, thank you so very much. ❤️
Kara Lozdan check out pure cashmere. Think they’re UK based but ship everywhere & superior quality. Also, check out TJ Maxx online for fine quality bargains!
This is one of the most valuable videos on RUclips! If you’re trying to elevate your style and choose better fabrics and materials, this is a must!! Thank you so much, Audrey!
Those blue nitrile disposable gloves are my godsend for pet hair and lint. Just brush in one direction to collect it!! This is also the most amazing way to get pet hair off furniture.
Love my cashmere sweaters. Wear them everyday all day long and cook in them, too, wearing on apron, of course! I wash all of them once a season in summer and air dry on rack. In winter, as needed, but that isn't very often.
Thanks for a great video - have been eyeing The Laundress for a while now and this may have convinced me! Thank you as well for making so clear that this is a sponsorship (and congratulations to you for securing said sponsorship :)
I wash my jumpers about twice a year and never hang them to dry. I dry them flat too.. I just air them over a chair the rest of the time, after I've worn them. I hardly ever wear jumpers right next my skin. Usually they go over a shirt or top. I don't put smelly sprays on them in case the smell clashes with my perfume. I always ensure I wear the same perfume with a sweater I've worn before with that perfume. Again, to avoid a clash.
I keep my wool clothing and sweaters for many years. Since they are an investment, taking proper care of them is essential and something my mother taught me long ago. One pair of lined wool slacks lasted 16 years! If ironing is needed, always use a press cloth ( from a fabric store) to keep the wool from becoming shiny. I plan to look for the clithing brush you use-that’s a terrific idea.
Great tips and tricks as always...I, too, wash everything by hand, in cold water and love The Laundress products...in between wearings, I place all my cashmere, wool and silk items on a lavender pillow and let them air out....wash once a year at the end of the season....the only things I ever dry clean now and rarely at that are coats, structured jackets or big king size comforters than simply do NOT fit into any machine I have known LOL...I find the act of caring, handling, touching, mending and protecting my clothing also breeds respect and honor for each piece too.....it is a strange relationship but one I value ...Hugs as always sweet girl...
Thank you for this video. This was so helpful! Where I live, we don’t have the culture of using cleaner service for everyday purposes - I actually couldn’t point out such an establishment around here- since everyone has their own washing machine or shared one in apartment buildings. So I‘ve been lost with these pieces of clothing that require dry cleaning. Helpful and I always enjoy listening to you!
My parents always used a lint brush like you have with a wooden handle. I have used every other device for lint removal, but one of those. I guess, they knew best. I will try to pick one up soon. Thank you, Audrey.
Omg I’m so in love with your hair; I’m a new follower and I think I love all your videos _ you’re an inspiration- going back to your hair, it looks so nice and healthy- have you shared your hair care routine? I would like to know what you use and how often you wash it.
Thanks for the discount code and informative video- just placed my first purchase - "I just love a huge dry cleaning bill", said No-one Ever! I can't wait to start saving big and crushing stains using The Laundress products at home.
There are no eco dry cleaners where I live. All my clothing is turned inside out for laundering. Luckily my Bosch washer has a delicate 30 minute cycle which I’ve used for over a decade. I place my items in mesh laundering bags, roll the wet items in towels and air dry them. If needed I will steam out any wrinkles. The velvet hangers are excellent. I use the wood hangers for my heavy coats too. I’m reluctant to launder my wool coats and jackets but will try using an old one.
Yes to drying racks. I use those for many "machine washable" items, too. Thanks for a very timely video, as we are in the midst of Wintry weather conditions in my new home State of SE Michigan. My wool sweaters are working overtime! 😊❤
I exclusively use laundry products from The Laundress and have done so for many years. Their products are absolutely terrific. I appreciate your discount code!!
this video is so, so helpful. i am so happy to see this. it feels good knowing i’m not the weirdo for avoiding some habits with my clothes that are kind of commonplace. excited to implement more things.
Mary O'Keefe If you have a bar of lye soap, that works great on removing stains. Wash your silk shirt by hand, roll in a towel, and while shirt is still DAMP, not soaking wet, iron it on the reverse side with a warm iron (no steam; ironing it while damp makes steam).
I’ve found that once you stain silk it’s forever stained. It’s j to wash in a mesh bag, inside out on cold/delicate or hand wash cycle. Use a diluted cup of vinegar to rinse To remove residue if needed.
Thank you! I say this as a sister; Your voice is beauuuutiful!! So soothing😊 and your face is so beautiful and friendly, also your hair is perfect! Thats it! I loved your video!
Gosh you are gentle with your jumpers. Here in the UK Jaëger cashmere is brilliant. I hand wash spin and tumble dry. Doesn’t shrink and comes out like new. I think it depends on the quality of the cashmere too as previously I’ve had cashmere that nearly fell apart on washing but a cheaper cashmere. I don’t use dry cleaners either. But I too like you appreciate natural fibres. Wool cotton cashmere etc. Love your videos, love your style it most closely resembles mine. Keep it up Audrey 🤗
I wash my cashmeres same way - by hand and dried flat. However I have washed my (older) cashmeres in the washing machine - in a zippered pillow case, on handwash cycle and cold water using Dr Bronner's peppermint castile soap. Dry flat - they come out great. I steam areas that need it (though I have ironed my cashmeres). I have also washed (same way as cashmere) some of my older wool blazers - they come out great! Air dry and steam.
Ana Verran lol! To be honest the blazers I machine washed were thrifted. I figured if I ruined them by washing no harm. Dry cleaning would have cost more than I paid for them. To my surprise they turned out great! I won’t do that to my St John’s! Lol
Good tips! I like the sound of the wool and cashmere spray. I’m going to try this and also a lint brush. I’ve been using a lint roller but, as you say, it is not all that effective, and also environmentally wasteful. By the way, I really love that pale blue v-neck you are wearing in this video, Audrey.
Great video.. thank you so much🤗👌 I always hand wash my woollens and silks using a small amount of baby shampoo as my ‘washing detergent’. I got 3 large grease stains on a beautiful silk camisole top on Christmas Day 🤔 and spot cleaned them with the baby shampoo at the end of the day... all the grease came out 👌 xx
I wash my wool/Cashmere and silk clothing by hand the same way as you. I have never dry cleaned them and also I got rid of my tumble drier years ago because I believe they damage all clothes. I bought the drier when my son was a baby because everyone told me I would need it for nappies (back in the day we used cloth nappies for home and only bought nappies when going out). However I didn't even use it then, as I preferred to dry them in the sun and fresh air. Love this video! 🙂
Great video, so much good info! For synthetics like workout wear, I like to use Hex detergent! It's specially formulated to kill bacteria that can live in synthetic fibers and cause them to stink, even after washing with conventional detergent.
This was so great, Audrey. Thanks for the inspiration! I purchased the wool/cashmere set, the delicates set & the basin. It’s a splurge but your discount code helped & it’s so pretty to have out! :)
Great tips, thank you for sharing. I connect well with the analogy you gave of fabric and our face - we don't really need to do intense cleansing when only a spot appears.
I appreciate you making this video so much, Audrey! I feel like it’s easy to rely on a washer and dryer for everything (I know I’m guilty of that sometimes). These tips have honestly opened my eyes on other ways to care for my clothes. 🙂
Grease stains or spatter can be initially treated with cornstarch or talc. Rub a generous amount into the stain and let it absorb the grease. Then brush out the powder and launder. And nothing gets blood stains out like hydrogen peroxide. Also, I like to use my steamer to freshen up my clothes between washes.
Thank you So So much for the video so informative I had no idea that I could take care of things at home like this I now have a lot of purchases to make. Thanks again 🥰
Worth trying. The last time I had my sweaters dry cleaned they charged me $10 per sweater. Also, with all the EPA regulations, they're not getting your clothing very clean anyway. Oddly, they don't ship to a post office box, which many people in rural areas use. However, the same products are available at Amazon and eBay, and they DO ship to P.O. Boxes.
This was so vey helpful and informative. Have a few wool & cashmere sweaters ready for the cleaners now that winter is coming to an end. Never even gave a thought to washing them! Absolutely the better way for so many reasons, not to mention saving $'s! I do use the Laundress delicates for the few garments that I had wash - will definitely up my game after seeing this. Thanks Audrey - I get so much value from your videos.
You must keep informing us about these things. It is a great benefit to have the knowledge of these methods and products. We need our garments both clean and neat for business et al. It was good to know about your asthma for those of us who have sensitivities to various scents.
Thank you Audrey; I was just thinking about how to care for my blouses that say “dry clean only “. My local cleaner sends clothing to his main cleaning shop three hours away! No to that. I’m going to buy Laundress products and roll up my sleeves. Also need the fur brush for my three fur babies leftover fur. 💓
I thrift about 95% of my wardrobe, therefore, washing is very important. All my cashmere and merino go in the washing machine on delicate cycle and hang dry. Always comes out fine. I've even washed coats and after giving the lining a steam to remove wrinkles, they come out great. I don't hand wash silk or silk blends as the wrinkles never come out.
Hi Audrey, I’ve been enjoying listening to your helpful advice as your presentation style and voice keep my attention. I also find your voice relaxing. Can you tell us which steamer you’re currently using?
Great video Audrey! I have a pile of things waiting to go to the dry cleaners. I think I'll have a look for a UK version of these sorts of products and some chance some handwashing instead :)
This is fantastic. I have a lot of silk clothes and I’m scared to bring it to the Dry Cleaners. I love all of your tips in this video Audrey 🙌 I have an Hand held electric lint device. It’s great at picking up lint and if there are sweater pills, I gently take them out with the lint device. I have to be careful though.
As someone who washes 95% of woolens and silks at home, I can also highly recommend two other delicates detergents: the liquid woolwash from Soak and Eucalan, both brands very similar. Try a lingerie store or knitting shop, or go online. Soak and Eucalan come in various scents, and unscented. They don't have to be fully rinsed out. Very easy to use; very gentle. I like them even more than Laundress's. Always using cool to lukewarm water, never hot. I use the rolled towel technique for most things, but I sometimes put some of my sturdier knits inside a mesh delicates bag and use the weakest spin cycle in my front loading washer (never a top loader!) to remove water more quickly. Then, dry flat or hang. A caveat: my spin cycle leaves the garment so dry that it can't be manipulated. If I need to stretch the length of the sleeves etc I do the towel method. Another caution: any RTW garments that have collars, cuffs or buttons typically have some support fabrics fused to the interior. Take a silk shirt. Interlinings give strength and smoothness to key areas. Unfortunately some interlinings can shrink when wet, which could affect the smoothness of the collar or cuff permanently. It's rare, but it has happened to me a few times with less expensive pieces. If that would be a disaster, and it's not possible to test wash a portion, I'd dry clean. It's also only fair to warn that washing can affect the finish on some silk fabrics. Not all; not necessarily negatively; but forewarned is forearmed. Finally, multicolor textiles carry the risk of dyes running into each other. If it's a very valuable piece, I do a test wash on a section that isn't very visible...or else I dry clean. WIth all other multi-tone pieces, to prevent dye blurring I put a Colorcatcher sheet into the wash basin with the garment. It looks like a dryer sheet. They're available in the laundry aisle. Dye catcher sheets draw loose dye away from the textile. Works surprisingly well. Can sometimes also remove dye that has already transferred to the wrong area.
I love this video and the laundress’ products! In fact, this video is what got me started with the Laundress earlier this year and I really upped my laundry game. Unfortunately they have just highlighted safety concerns and told people to throw away all their products… their store and website are closed. 😢
I hung up a bunch of things this week, and I really like the way they are afterwards. Less "ruined" feeling. Which has been a big inhibitor of upgrading to even used cashmere or wool, Uniqlo is all I have right now, it feels a little craptastic, though.
Iris I used to have a Ragdoll! I feel you! I take my coat off the second I walk in the house and hang it up so I don’t get cat hair on it and that is somewhat effective… Forever chasing the cat hair LOL
I have washed sweaters the way you showed all of my life. My mom was a great knitter, and we lived in cold climates, so always had those beautiful thick sweaters. I still have almost all of them...5-6 decades later.
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Excellent advice. Thank you.
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Another sweater tip is to wear a thin camisole, tank top or my preference is a thin, fitted t shirt under your sweater so sweat and deodorant doesn’t get on the sweater. The extra layer is much warmer too.
Tanks don’t cover underarms and if you don’t wear antiperspirant which toxic it difficulr
I’ve done this for years! Works very will!
Thin t-shirts cover the armpit and are easy to replace
brilliant idea!
Do you have any T-shirt recommendations? As strange as this sounds when I layer a t shirt under sweaters, which I always do it seems to change the way the sweater drapes and it doesn’t look as nice as it does without the T-shirt.
I worked at a dry cleaner when I was in high school and the owners really taught me how to care for clothes without needing to use dry cleaning. Another few tips: use one of the shout color catcher sheets with anything that has both light and dark or saturated colors, rayon tends to shrink and can do so irregularly so blocking is important, mixed cloth types can shrink differently so be very careful with things with linings (coats, blazers), cheap vodka in a spray bottle is a very good odor remover and refresher (then air item out), some embellishments may need to be removed and stitched back on to clean (even with dry cleaning), spot clean only as often as needed to reduce need to wash entire garment, spot clean leather and suede items with leather care products for shoes. That's all I can think of right now. The only thing I've dry cleaned for 30 plus years was my wedding dress so it could be preserved and boxed. I went back to the place I'd worked and they did it for free, and redid my mom's wedding dress.
Edit: I also use regular detergents but I always use gentler dye free ones. You can also soak dark, bright or saturated color items in cold water with a little bit of white vinegar before wearing and washing an item to help set the colors so they don't bleed, run or fade as easily.
Any tips for yellow stains at the armpits?
You can make a paste of water and salt or water and baking soda and apply to the yellowed stain and put the item in the sun. May fade dark or bright colors though.
I saw people in Japan desinfect their clothes after they went out the house. Do you have an idea what they use to desinfect with a spray?
denise eldred love u for this. Thanks
@ denise eldred, Thank you!
I air dry about 99% of my clothes. I only wash on cold. I wash everything inside out. I also started hand washing items and I LOVE IT. Not only is it therapeutic, but you have much more control over The item and it doesn’t get ruined as easily.
My mother did hand washing. I have fond memories of it. It's quite therapeutic.
Agree
Oh yes it’s very therapeutic I just wish I had a bigger sink lol and drying area I live in an apartment!
My sweater says wash warm should I? It’s all black. I’m used to washing on cold most of the time.
@@ambitiousty I would go with cold, to be safe. Maybe you could go slightly lukewarm if you'd like.
Actually you don't need a special detergent to hand-wash wool. Wool is sheep's hair (or goat's hair in case of cashmere), and it can be treated like our own hair. So simply use a gentle hair shampoo.
I do that too, I also add conditioner. One day I had run out of wool stuff, that's all I do now.
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Wow! I had no idea? Same for cashmere?
@@FairyRosee_ Yes. Hand wash in tepid water with hair shampoo.
Great idea!👍
I'm a long time knitter, and I've done a lot of washing wool.
It is possible to use warm water to wash wool, but you need to be very careful that you avoid sudden changes in temperature.
Changes in temperature, rubbing, and agitation can cause wool to felt and shrink.
If you have a washing machine that can be set to spin only (no added water), you can spin dry wool knits. This helps them dry faster.
Finally, anything with internal structure (blazers, many jackets and coats) should not be washed. The internal structure is often not water safe. For those, brushing, airing and the very, very occasional dry cleaning is good.
Thanks for the tips! I have recently started to sell second hand clothes and am in the process of learning how to clean the things. What would be the best way to wash a wool coat or blazer with a lining of a different material? Would brushing and airing get any smells out? And when you say airing, do you simply mean hang the garment outside?
That is thoughtful to put the timeframes up on the screen. Thank you, i am a frequent viewer and this makes it easier for me to come back to the specific parts when i need it.
Wonderful tips as always, I’ve been wanting to give this brand a try. I don’t take my clothes to the cleaners either. I have 2 hanger tips that I hope will be helpful. 1. If you’re petite (I’m 5’2”) standard hangers might be too wide and will create bumps at the top of the sleeves. I have both “petite” and “junior” hangers that are the perfect size-the sleeve caps sits right on the ends allowing the the sleeves to hang freely. “Children’s” hangers might work, you’d just have to measure the width to make sure. 2. If you have more closet space than drawer space you can still hang your sweaters without damaging them. Using a typical hanger that has a horizontal bar at the bottom, fold sweater lengthwise and drape the sweater over the hanger so that the hook is in the armpit; top/neck part drapes over one side, the bottom half and sleeves drape over the other. Tuck the neck under the bar to secure it. I’ve been doing this for years and my sweaters have not stretched out at all. I’m not sure how well this works if you’re a size XL or above but you might be able to rig something if the hangers aren’t big enough.
Loved the tips . Dry clean at home is worth it . You will save money and your buttons won’t melt Garments won’t shrink or be destroyed, stains will come out or the worst case they actually lose your garment . It is a little more work at home but really worth it
thank you very much . I am a subscriber now
Airing cashmere and wool jumpers on a washing line and cardigans is best as wool has anti bacterial properties in it and doesn't need washing as much as people think.
You are so adorable. That voice makes me listen and the fact that you take an almost scientific approach is just so different. Love it.
The "burrito technique" is something I've been using for years when I travel in warm climates. I take my used clothes into the shower with me and, after washing myself, wash the clothes with shampoo, rinse and then squeeze them out without twisting. I leave the wet clothes in the shower while I get dressed. Then I take a few small items, or a larger item like a shirt or pants, and roll them up in a towel burrito, place it on the floor, and step on the burrito from one end to the other. At that point most of the water is squeezed out and I can shake out the items and hang them up to dry. I never have to use a laundromat while traveling.
Very nice and informative. I often think that we wash our garments too often.
Our parents and grandparents did not have as many pieces of clothing as we do now, and yes they had some different fiber content, but they wore their clothing many more times before washing.
I kind of have a hierarchy I use to determine when a garment needs washing. If the garment is worn close to my body, it’s washed more often, if it’s a layer that’s farther away it’s washed less often.
I am supposed to study calculus by now but here I am watching how to wash clothes.
Hahahaha. Same here. Supposed to go gym and training. But watching her speaking word by word 😂
Your hair is so thick, shiny, and a glorious color.
Came here to say this. It looks so healthy and beautiful 😍
THIS ^^! I came for cleaning tips and got mesmerized by the outstanding blowout 🤩
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She looks so beautiful !
Seriously I NEED HAIR TIP AND SUPPLEMENT IDEAS
you are such my life saver during my difficult time in my life!
Great information Audrey. I have used products from The Laundress for years. My delicates, cashmere and woolens look like new. I save 💰 and avoid toxins. 💖
I'd like to bet that Audrey tells wonderful bedtime stories. Such a therapeutic voice! Great advice on cleaning!
This is so educational! I look forward to see more of these for other clothing items or deoderant stains etc
Thank you! Your delivery and screen presence is elegant. Your information is straightforward and genuine.
It’s great to see you doing ad videos as you so deserve it. Hard work and dedication should be paid for always. Now let’s go ahead and watch the video.
Absolutely THE most useful video ever posted in the luxury RUclips community. The end. Thank you so much!
This is amazing Audrey! The burrito wrap is life-changing for me! 😄
Audrey I totally agree with you in soaking clothes before washing on milder cycles. Except 100% wool, not necessary to soak. The fibres gives away dirt to the water very easily...if very dirty..use Woolite or neutral detergent twice. I only wash my woolen sweaters once a year...yes by using a thermal under to soak up sweat and air it (in front of window or fresh air vent) after use. Give it a good shake to get out dust. Thank you for always good videos. Take care and stay healty!
Audrey, I use many of the same ways in handling my “dry clean only” clothes as you.(I do not have that many things that says to do that.) I use a roller ball occasionally, but am now going to look for a good lint brush. Thank-you for the information on the Laundress. Will be looking into the products they offer.
Thank you SO much, Audrey. I’ve recently purchased several silk and cashmere items and I don’t want dry cleaning chemicals on my clothes so your recommendations are a HUGE help to me. I ordered a few of the laundry detergents and sprays. Again, thank you so very much. ❤️
Haven't seen it yet but already love it!
Sincerely,
Addicted to Cashmere
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Kara Lozdan check out pure cashmere. Think they’re UK based but ship everywhere & superior quality. Also, check out TJ Maxx online for fine quality bargains!
This is one of the most valuable videos on RUclips! If you’re trying to elevate your style and choose better fabrics and materials, this is a must!! Thank you so much, Audrey!
Those blue nitrile disposable gloves are my godsend for pet hair and lint. Just brush in one direction to collect it!! This is also the most amazing way to get pet hair off furniture.
I think you may just be the nicest, loveliest person out there!!! I also love your advice!!!🥇🏆🎈🎉🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Love my cashmere sweaters. Wear them everyday all day long and cook in them, too, wearing on apron, of course! I wash all of them once a season in summer and air dry on rack. In winter, as needed, but that isn't very often.
Thanks for a great video - have been eyeing The Laundress for a while now and this may have convinced me! Thank you as well for making so clear that this is a sponsorship (and congratulations to you for securing said sponsorship :)
I wash my jumpers about twice a year and never hang them to dry. I dry them flat too.. I just air them over a chair the rest of the time, after I've worn them. I hardly ever wear jumpers right next my skin. Usually they go over a shirt or top. I don't put smelly sprays on them in case the smell clashes with my perfume. I always ensure I wear the same perfume with a sweater I've worn before with that perfume. Again, to avoid a clash.
I keep my wool clothing and sweaters for many years. Since they are an investment, taking proper care of them is essential and something my mother taught me long ago. One pair of lined wool slacks lasted 16 years! If ironing is needed, always use a press cloth ( from a fabric store) to keep the wool from becoming shiny. I plan to look for the clithing brush you use-that’s a terrific idea.
Great tips and tricks as always...I, too, wash everything by hand, in cold water and love The Laundress products...in between wearings, I place all my cashmere, wool and silk items on a lavender pillow and let them air out....wash once a year at the end of the season....the only things I ever dry clean now and rarely at that are coats, structured jackets or big king size comforters than simply do NOT fit into any machine I have known LOL...I find the act of caring, handling, touching, mending and protecting my clothing also breeds respect and honor for each piece too.....it is a strange relationship but one I value ...Hugs as always sweet girl...
Thank you for this video. This was so helpful! Where I live, we don’t have the culture of using cleaner service for everyday purposes - I actually couldn’t point out such an establishment around here- since everyone has their own washing machine or shared one in apartment buildings. So I‘ve been lost with these pieces of clothing that require dry cleaning. Helpful and I always enjoy listening to you!
My parents always used a lint brush like you have with a wooden handle. I have used every other device for lint removal, but one of those. I guess, they knew best. I will try to pick one up soon. Thank you, Audrey.
Omg I’m so in love with your hair; I’m a new follower and I think I love all your videos _ you’re an inspiration- going back to your hair, it looks so nice and healthy- have you shared your hair care routine? I would like to know what you use and how often you wash it.
Thanks for the discount code and informative video- just placed my first purchase - "I just love a huge dry cleaning bill", said No-one Ever! I can't wait to start saving big and crushing stains using The Laundress products at home.
There are no eco dry cleaners where I live. All my clothing is turned inside out for laundering. Luckily my Bosch washer has a delicate 30 minute cycle which I’ve used for over a decade. I place my items in mesh laundering bags, roll the wet items in towels and air dry them. If needed I will steam out any wrinkles. The velvet hangers are excellent. I use the wood hangers for my heavy coats too. I’m reluctant to launder my wool coats and jackets but will try using an old one.
Love your hair this way ! Thank you for your tips. I now know I am not the only one who thought unecessary to go to the dry cleaners.
Thank you so much for introducing me to Laundress and proper sweater care. I am looking forward to caring for my clothes better
Yes to drying racks. I use those for many "machine washable" items, too. Thanks for a very timely video, as we are in the midst of Wintry weather conditions in my new home State of SE Michigan. My wool sweaters are working overtime! 😊❤
I exclusively use laundry products from The Laundress and have done so for many years. Their products are absolutely terrific. I appreciate your discount code!!
this video is so, so helpful. i am so happy to see this. it feels good knowing i’m not the weirdo for avoiding some habits with my clothes that are kind of commonplace. excited to implement more things.
Looking for home care for suits and found you. Your voice is heavenly
Excellent information! Thank you Audrey!!!
Just watching this made me happy. You have such a good energy.
Not sure if you have a previous posting but could you do a video on how to fold your sweaters?
Thank you for the tips, I don’t know the first thing about caring for knitwear. Very helpful
Lovely! I was also hoping you would cover fine silk fabrics, especially if it gets stained? Most stain removers leaves marks on silk.
Mary O'Keefe If you have a bar of lye soap, that works great on removing stains. Wash your silk shirt by hand, roll in a towel, and while shirt is still DAMP, not soaking wet, iron it on the reverse side with a warm iron (no steam; ironing it while damp makes steam).
I’ve found that once you stain silk it’s forever stained. It’s j to wash in a mesh bag, inside out on cold/delicate or hand wash cycle. Use a diluted cup of vinegar to rinse To remove residue if needed.
Thank you! I say this as a sister; Your voice is beauuuutiful!! So soothing😊 and your face is so beautiful and friendly, also your hair is perfect! Thats it! I loved your video!
So glad you did that video, I’ve been wondering about how you handled your laundry to keep pieces so good for a long time!
I got a little dog and two kitties too. Thank you for this show. I love cashmeres ,silks ,and cotton clothes
I love this video! I also love the outline on the left side. I appreciate all your suggestions. Thank you 😊
Gosh you are gentle with your jumpers. Here in the UK Jaëger cashmere is brilliant. I hand wash spin and tumble dry. Doesn’t shrink and comes out like new. I think it depends on the quality of the cashmere too as previously I’ve had cashmere that nearly fell apart on washing but a cheaper cashmere. I don’t use dry cleaners either. But I too like you appreciate natural fibres. Wool cotton cashmere etc. Love your videos, love your style it most closely resembles mine. Keep it up Audrey 🤗
I wash my cashmeres same way - by hand and dried flat. However I have washed my (older) cashmeres in the washing machine - in a zippered pillow case, on handwash cycle and cold water using Dr Bronner's peppermint castile soap. Dry flat - they come out great. I steam areas that need it (though I have ironed my cashmeres). I have also washed (same way as cashmere) some of my older wool blazers - they come out great! Air dry and steam.
Ana Verran lol! To be honest the blazers I machine washed were thrifted. I figured if I ruined them by washing no harm. Dry cleaning would have cost more than I paid for them. To my surprise they turned out great! I won’t do that to my St John’s! Lol
Good tips! I like the sound of the wool and cashmere spray. I’m going to try this and also a lint brush. I’ve been using a lint roller but, as you say, it is not all that effective, and also environmentally wasteful. By the way, I really love that pale blue v-neck you are wearing in this video, Audrey.
MUCH NEEDED. i low key have been waiting for this video from you :D
Great video.. thank you so much🤗👌 I always hand wash my woollens and silks using a small amount of baby shampoo as my ‘washing detergent’. I got 3 large grease stains on a beautiful silk camisole top on Christmas Day 🤔 and spot cleaned them with the baby shampoo at the end of the day... all the grease came out 👌 xx
I wash my wool/Cashmere and silk clothing by hand the same way as you. I have never dry cleaned them and also I got rid of my tumble drier years ago because I believe they damage all clothes. I bought the drier when my son was a baby because everyone told me I would need it for nappies (back in the day we used cloth nappies for home and only bought nappies when going out). However I didn't even use it then, as I preferred to dry them in the sun and fresh air. Love this video! 🙂
Love the Laundress! Their detergents are worth every penny
Great video, so much good info! For synthetics like workout wear, I like to use Hex detergent! It's specially formulated to kill bacteria that can live in synthetic fibers and cause them to stink, even after washing with conventional detergent.
This was so great, Audrey. Thanks for the inspiration! I purchased the wool/cashmere set, the delicates set & the basin. It’s a splurge but your discount code helped & it’s so pretty to have out! :)
Great tips, thank you for sharing.
I connect well with the analogy you gave of fabric and our face - we don't really need to do intense cleansing when only a spot appears.
I appreciate you making this video so much, Audrey! I feel like it’s easy to rely on a washer and dryer for everything (I know I’m guilty of that sometimes). These tips have honestly opened my eyes on other ways to care for my clothes. 🙂
I only buy things that can be washed. Hate that dry cleaning
smell on clothes. Interesting video. Thanks.
Not to mention the toxic, cancerous chemicals that they spray on there.
Thank you! By the way, your beautiful smile & the way you talk is so sweet !
Audrey, thank you so much for all of the info in this video. I am also curious as to how you care for your silk scarves.
Grease stains or spatter can be initially treated with cornstarch or talc. Rub a generous amount into the stain and let it absorb the grease. Then brush out the powder and launder. And nothing gets blood stains out like hydrogen peroxide. Also, I like to use my steamer to freshen up my clothes between washes.
Everything you say is a world of wisdom, beautiful angel. Thank you!
Thank you So So much for the video so informative I had no idea that I could take care of things at home like this I now have a lot of purchases to make. Thanks again 🥰
Worth trying. The last time I had my sweaters dry cleaned they charged me $10 per sweater. Also, with all the EPA regulations, they're not getting your clothing very clean anyway.
Oddly, they don't ship to a post office box, which many people in rural areas use. However, the same products are available at Amazon and eBay, and they DO ship to P.O. Boxes.
Thanks Audrey, I will follow your process of washing and drying cashmere in the future!!
Thank you Audrey, I was thinking yesterday on dry cleaning and you posted this 💕
This was so vey helpful and informative. Have a few wool & cashmere sweaters ready for the cleaners now that winter is coming to an end. Never even gave a thought to washing them! Absolutely the better way for so many reasons, not to mention saving $'s! I do use the Laundress delicates for the few garments that I had wash - will definitely up my game after seeing this. Thanks Audrey - I get so much value from your videos.
I haven't used the dry cleaner for years. I brush and air out my wool coats frequently. There are battery operated lint removers that work great, too.
You must keep informing us about these things. It is a great benefit to have the knowledge of these methods and products. We need our garments both clean and neat for business et al. It was good to know about your asthma for those of us who have sensitivities to various scents.
We always used the burrito technique to pre-shrink pieces of wool before making tailored garments. Works like a charm.
As my jeans was dirty on my bottom, two older stranger woman hit me on my butt till it was clean, how awkward. What do you think ??
Thank you Audrey; I was just thinking about how to care for my blouses that say “dry clean only “. My local cleaner sends clothing to his main cleaning shop three hours away! No to that. I’m going to buy Laundress products and roll up my sleeves. Also need the fur brush for my three fur babies leftover fur. 💓
Thank you over and over for your video on this subject. I thought I was the only one who tried this. Thank you.
Something tells me that this lady is elegant enough to own a lot of cashmere sweaters. Here I am trying to wash my blue wool pea coat. 🧥
I thrift about 95% of my wardrobe, therefore, washing is very important. All my cashmere and merino go in the washing machine on delicate cycle and hang dry. Always comes out fine. I've even washed coats and after giving the lining a steam to remove wrinkles, they come out great. I don't hand wash silk or silk blends as the wrinkles never come out.
The stain solution is a miracle worker
Hi Audrey, I’ve been enjoying listening to your helpful advice as your presentation style and voice keep my attention. I also find your voice relaxing.
Can you tell us which steamer you’re currently using?
Great video Audrey! I have a pile of things waiting to go to the dry cleaners. I think I'll have a look for a UK version of these sorts of products and some chance some handwashing instead :)
Amazing video! I will definitely be applying these tips. Thank you for the laundress code as well ! 😁❤❤❤
Such an amazing video. I love to watch all your video. They are super amazing at the same time. Keep more posting!
I've waited for a video like this all my life. ❤️ This is going to be so helpful.
Yay! I hope you like it ❤️
This is such a great video!! I’m just getting into better quality stuff and needed to learn how to care for my items 💕✨💕 thank you!
This is fantastic. I have a lot of silk clothes and I’m scared to bring it to the Dry Cleaners. I love all of your tips in this video Audrey 🙌
I have an Hand held electric lint device. It’s great at picking up lint and if there are sweater pills, I gently take them out with the lint device. I have to be careful though.
Best tips for clothes care video I've ever seen. Thank you!
As someone who washes 95% of woolens and silks at home, I can also highly recommend two other delicates detergents: the liquid woolwash from Soak and Eucalan, both brands very similar. Try a lingerie store or knitting shop, or go online. Soak and Eucalan come in various scents, and unscented. They don't have to be fully rinsed out. Very easy to use; very gentle. I like them even more than Laundress's. Always using cool to lukewarm water, never hot.
I use the rolled towel technique for most things, but I sometimes put some of my sturdier knits inside a mesh delicates bag and use the weakest spin cycle in my front loading washer (never a top loader!) to remove water more quickly. Then, dry flat or hang. A caveat: my spin cycle leaves the garment so dry that it can't be manipulated. If I need to stretch the length of the sleeves etc I do the towel method.
Another caution: any RTW garments that have collars, cuffs or buttons typically have some support fabrics fused to the interior. Take a silk shirt. Interlinings give strength and smoothness to key areas. Unfortunately some interlinings can shrink when wet, which could affect the smoothness of the collar or cuff permanently. It's rare, but it has happened to me a few times with less expensive pieces. If that would be a disaster, and it's not possible to test wash a portion, I'd dry clean.
It's also only fair to warn that washing can affect the finish on some silk fabrics. Not all; not necessarily negatively; but forewarned is forearmed.
Finally, multicolor textiles carry the risk of dyes running into each other. If it's a very valuable piece, I do a test wash on a section that isn't very visible...or else I dry clean. WIth all other multi-tone pieces, to prevent dye blurring I put a Colorcatcher sheet into the wash basin with the garment. It looks like a dryer sheet. They're available in the laundry aisle. Dye catcher sheets draw loose dye away from the textile. Works surprisingly well. Can sometimes also remove dye that has already transferred to the wrong area.
I love this video and the laundress’ products! In fact, this video is what got me started with the Laundress earlier this year and I really upped my laundry game. Unfortunately they have just highlighted safety concerns and told people to throw away all their products… their store and website are closed. 😢
I couldn’t stop looking at your beautiful black hair! Even your voice is soothing enough to watch this video! Now im sleepy !!
I find using a sweater comb to be oddly soothing and satisfying. Hand washing is a mindful activity...I like the term "Clothing Care."😉
Yessssssssss!!!!!!!Please more videos about clothes' care!!!!!!!
I hung up a bunch of things this week, and I really like the way they are afterwards. Less "ruined" feeling. Which has been a big inhibitor of upgrading to even used cashmere or wool, Uniqlo is all I have right now, it feels a little craptastic, though.
definition of soothing voice
wow, I have never heard of a lint brush before! I own a mostly white cat with long fur, it's everywhere! Even on textile in closets!
Iris I used to have a Ragdoll! I feel you! I take my coat off the second I walk in the house and hang it up so I don’t get cat hair on it and that is somewhat effective… Forever chasing the cat hair LOL