Garment Care
At SALONI we are constantly thinking about the ways that we as a brand can contribute to a more sustainable world and a far kinder fashion industry.
We believe that sustainability is inseparable from how we create and produce our garments and in turn, how customers choose to buy, store and enjoy SALONI pieces. The more we design garments to be forever-wardrobe investment pieces, the more our customers are empowered to make mindful decisions about how they consume clothing.
After-all, clothes are a second-skin, an intimate part of how we move through and communicate with the world around us. They are also a powerful way in which we can make small individual choices that add up to huge collective impacts on communities and the environment in more positive and life-affirming ways.
In short, how we purchase, emotionally connect with and look after our clothes is a microcosm of our relationship to the planet. Hence when we speak of how to care for SALONI pieces, we are mindful of how investment and longevity are paramount.
Caring well for your SALONI piece will extend its life and ensure you can enjoy it for many years to come. Our pieces are designed to be timeless and are made from high quality, long-lasting fabrics. When you properly store a SALONI piece away, the garment will still feel as desirable and relevant as the day it was purchased.
Hang and store
On a practical level, how we hang and store our clothes is vital, especially when it comes to the quality silks used at SALONI. We recommend that you always hang your precious silk pieces on non-slip velvet padded hangers which softly hold the silk without allowing it to slip off.
Moths like to munch on silk so protecting your pieces from them is vital. While your silk garments are hung in wardrobes, you can use natural moth repellents replaced frequently to maintain their effect. When you are not going to wear the piece for a while have it professionally laundered and store in clean cloth bags packed into cloth boxes in a dry part of the house. Avoid using plastic bags or boxes as these can trap moisture.
To revive the flatten areas and toremove wrinkles or crease lines
Gently steam the fabric using a hand steamer or the steam function on an iron on its low setting to remove the crease. Hold the steamer about 10 centimetres (3.9 in) away from the fabric and move the steamer in the direction of the nap/ pile. Don't let the steamer or iron pause over one area for too long to avoid damage to the item. Avoid applying pressure to it when wet. Never Iron velvet as even low temperature can ruin the pile and do irreparable damage its soft pile.
Storing
- Hang it in a well-ventilated area after wearing.
- Store with some space around it-do not let it become crushed in a wardrobe.
- Do not leave it in a cover or polybag, as it will sweat and damage the fabric.
- Use soft hangers. Wooden or metal clip hangers will cause impression makes on the fabric.
Velvet
Velvet is a luxurious and plush fabric that adds a touch of sophistication to every wardrobe. The short, dense piles that help create its luxe feel makes it sensitive to pressure- with time and wear (abrasion) the velvet pile tend to flatten. This is inevitable and nature of this delicate textile. Proper care and maintenance are essential to keep your velvet looking its best, and knowing how to clean it properly can help to extend its lifespan. Saloni is committed to ensuring that customers can enjoy wearing the clothes for longer.
