Detailed care instructions are included with each of our garments. We want to help you keep your pieces in good condition, and proper care is the key.
​

hand wash

Hand washing is the most gentle way to care for your garments. It creates the least friction and strain on your clothing.

NOTE - Please see individual fabrics for specific care instructions.

1. Fill a clean sink or bowl with cool water. Add a few drops of soap and give the water a swirl to mix.
2. Pre-treat any stains. Turn your garment inside out. Soak it in the bowl for about 20 minutes.
3. Rinse thoroughly under cool water.
4. Press out any water. Laying it flat on a clean, dry towel and rolling the towel is a good method.
5. Lay flat or hang to dry.

machine wash

This is certainly the most convenient method of laundering. Cool water and delicate cycle will always be the most gentle on you garments. A mesh garment bag will also prevent further wear and tear.  Heat and friction break down fibers so implementing these methods will help extend the life of your pieces.

Please see individual fabrics for specific care instructions.

GARMENT MENDING

Every Blau garment is meant to last a lifetime. Wear and tear is natural for beloved garments and mending contributes to their longevity. We are still in the early stages of developing our mending program and are eager to share more details with you soon. In the meantime, should a garment of yours require repair, please email ​

Linen

100% Linen
​
Linen is long lasting, when cared for properly, and gets softer with each wash. It's a low impact fiber known for its thermoregulating and anti-bacterial qualities.

Gentle Cycle or Hand Wash -

1. Wash with cool water and mild detergent
2. Tumble dry low heat or hang to dry.

Steam to release creases while maintaining the natural rumpled texture.
Press on medium heat to create a smooth appearance.

Dry Cleaning - if desired, dry clean sparingly.

​DO NOT bleach.​

cotton

70% Recycled Cotton, 30% Organic Cotton

Using recycled cotton recaptures the value of existing materials that would otherwise be considered waste. This cotton has been created by Manteco - a mill that has been manufacturing recycled textiles since 1943.

Gentle Cycle or Hand Wash -

1. Wash with cool water and mild detergent
2. Lay flat to dry.
3. Steam or warm iron as needed.

Dry Cleaning - if desired, dry clean sparingly.

​DO NOT bleach.
​DO NOT machine dry.

plaid deadstock

98% rayon, 2% polyester — deadstock fabric sourced in USA
​
Gentle Cycle or Hand Wash -

1. Wash with cool water and mild detergent
2. Tumble dry low heat or hang to dry.
3. Steam or warm iron as needed.

​
Dry Cleaning - if desired, dry clean sparingly.

​DO NOT bleach.​

SILK

100% Silk
​
Silk is delicate so treat it gently. As a general rule avoid friction and strain to keep it in it’s best condition.

We recommend laundering your silk pieces every 2-3 wears. Hand washing your garments with a soap made for silk (we like The Laundress delicate wash) and dry cleaning once per season..

1. Fill a clean sink or bowl with cool water. Add a few drops of soap and give the water a swirl to mix.
2. Pre-treat any stains. Turn your garment inside out. Soak it in the bowl for about 20 minutes.
3. Rinse thoroughly under cool water.
4. Press out any water. Laying it flat on a clean, dry towel and rolling the towel is a good method.
5. Lay flat or hang to dry.

If you must, you can wash silk in the machine on a delicate cycle with silk detergent. Because silk is very delicate even a gentle cycle can be damaging. Using a mesh bag helps to reduce friction and snags.

1. Pre-treat any stains. Turn your garment inside out. Place in a protective mesh bag.
2. Remove immediately after the cycle ends to prevent wrinkling.
3. Press out any water. Laying it flat on a clean dry towel and rolling the towel is a good method.
4. Lay flat to dry.

​DO NOT scrub or wring your silk garments. It will damage the fabric so take it easy.

TENCEL™ Lyocell

84% Tencel, 16% Linen
​
TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers are extracted from sustainably grown wood using a closed loop system minimizing the environmental impact of production.

Gentle Cycle or Hand Wash -

1. Wash with cool water and mild detergent
2. Tumble dry low heat or hang to dry.
3. Steam or warm iron as needed.

Dry Cleaning - if desired, dry clean sparingly.

​DO NOT bleach.​

WOOL

Wool is made of keratin, the same protein as human hair. It’s a really resilient fiber, and washing wool can actually be good for it. As a general rule avoid friction and heat. Much like the hair on your head this damages the fiber. Never put your wool garment in the dryer...unless you want it to come out half it's original size.
We recommend steaming to maintain it's shape. If you do need to press your wool garment use a press cloth to help protect the fabric.

Hand wash - 

This is our preferred method. Use a soap made for wools (we like The Laundress wool and cashmere shampoo) so you don’t damage the fabric.

1. Fill a clean sink or bowl with cool water. Add the soap and give the water a swirl to mix.
2. Pre-treat any stains. Turn your garment inside out. Soak it in the bowl for about 20 minutes.
3. Rinse thoroughly under cool water.
4. Press out any water. Laying it flat on a clean, dry towel and rolling the towel is a good method.
5. Lay flat or hang to dry.

DO NOT machine wash or dry your wool garments
​DO NOT scrub, wring, bleach.

Have any questions? Send us an email - hello@blau-collections.com
​
​