The Complete Guide to Cashmere Care: Washing, Drying, and Moth Prevention

Cashmere should last for years! 
Invest in the best you can afford and a timeless and sustainable style forever.

Cashmere's durability is a combination of its natural properties, quality manufacturing processes, and proper care by the owner. Choosing high-quality cashmere and taking care of it will ensure that your cashmere garments can last for many years, providing you with comfort and style throughout their extended lifespan
Its so important to store your cashmere correctly - to protect it from moths, keep it clean, and maintain its shape.

Cashmere is a natural & delicate and luxurious fabric, so follow these Cashmere Care Tips to ensure it stays in excellent condition:

  1. Clean the cashmere: Before storing, make sure the cashmere is clean. WEARWITH Cashmere is Machine Washable (except our  Avoid using harsh chemicals or bleach.
    WEARWITH Cashmere is machine washable – we want you to wear it and wear it, see our washing instructions here
  2. Dry thoroughly: After hand washing, gently press out excess water without wringing or twisting the cashmere. Lay it flat on a clean towel and reshape it to its original size. after Machine Wash - let yoru cashmere air dry away from direct sunlight or heat sources on a flat surface with air circulation.
  3. Fold, don't hang: Hanging cashmere for an extended period can cause it to stretch and lose its shape. Instead, fold the cashmere garments neatly to prevent wrinkles and maintain their form. Place acid-free tissue paper between the folds to help prevent creases.
  4. Use breathable storage containers: Opt for breathable fabric storage containers or cotton bags for storing cashmere. Avoid plastic bags, as they can trap moisture and lead to mildew or mould growth. Bags do not guarantee the moths won’t get your Cashmere but they do add an additional protective layer.
  5. Add moth repellents: Cashmere is attractive to moths, so use natural moth
    Cederwood Mothballs for Cashmere
    repellents like cederwood mothballs, lavender sachets or dried orange peels and Chestnuts. WEARWITH Cashmere Care packages come with cedarwood moth balls and a cashmere comb. Mothballs need to be re oiled/scented. Any strong smelling odour will repel moths, we use cedarwood oil but lavender oil works too and also makes your drawers smell heavenly.
  6. Store in a cool, dry place: Find a cool, dry storage location for your cashmere. Moisture and direct sunlight can damage the fibres, leading to colour fading or mildew growth. The ideal storage place could be a wardrobe or a drawer.
  7. Regularly check and refold: Periodically check on your cashmere to ensure there are no signs of moths or damage. Refold your cashmere to avoid creases in the same areas for an extended period.
  8. Avoid contact with rough fabrics: When storing cashmere with other items, make sure they are not made of rough materials that can snag or damage the delicate fibres.
  9. Keep it clean in storage: Avoid storing cashmere with food, perfumes, or other items with strong odours that can transfer to the fabric.
  10. Going on holidays?: Leave your cashmere drawers or cupboard doors open. Moths don’t like light, and you may be worried they will get dusty, but that a lot easier to sort out than Moth holes!

By following these storage tips, you can help maintain the softness, shape, and quality of your cashmere garments for a long time.

Cashmere is forever

Proper care will also extend the lifespan of your cherished cashmere pieces.

 

 

WearWith cashmere looks good, feels good and offers a lifetime of wears, but like all special fabrics, you have to treat it with a little TLC too.

There are a few super-simple rules when it comes to keeping your cashmere as it should be. 

Download our Washing Instructions Here

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 OUR MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ANSWERED: 

1 MACHINE WASH

Yes, really. All our cashmere basics can be washed at 30 degrees in your machine. Use a special wool shampoo or a mild detergent and make sure to set it on a wool or delicates wash. 

2 RE-SHAPE

Smooth the sweater or scarf back to its original shape on a towel and allow it to air-dry. If needed, use a cool iron only to iron out any creases. 

3 DE-PILL

Cashmere is one of the most natural fibres on the planet, so it needs to be cared for in this way. After a few wears, you will notice small balls of the yarn on your organic cashmere piece. Fear not; this is normal. Just use one of our special combs to de-pill it every so often. Be mindful not to over-comb, just a gentle de-pill once you begin to see the pills and your cashmere piece will stay as-new forever. 

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4 CEDARWOOD BALLS

Cedar balls keep pesky moths at bay. If you're folding up your sweater, make sure it is clean, so it doesn't attract moths and pop a few of our cedar balls among the folds, and your trusty cashmere will stay moth-hole-free. 
Read more about Moths and how to protect your cashmere here

5. CHESTNUTS

Don't walk past them during Autumn-time; they work well as a moth deterrent too. 

6. FOLD 

Always fold your cashmere, don't hang it. If you're putting your cashmere away for Summer, store it in a cotton or calico bag.