Product Care
To prolong the lifespan of your new garment(s) it is important you look after it. Please see our care instructions below:
100% COTTON & COTTON/LINEN BLEND SHIRTS
Machine wash at 40 ºC, removing any non-integral collar stiffeners
Wash colours separately. Never put a white shirt in a coloured wash
To avoid fading, use a colour protect detergent when washing coloured/patterned shirts
Fabric conditioner will make ironing easier
For stains or marks, try spot cleaning before putting it in the wash. Stain remover will also help
Do not tumble dry and iron shirt when slightly damp if possible
100% COTTON NON-IRON SHIRTS
Machine wash at 40 ºC, removing any non-integral collar stiffeners
Always wash colours separately. Never put a white shirt in a coloured wash
To avoid fading, use a colour protect detergent when washing coloured/patterned shirts
Fabric conditioner will help ease wrinkles
For stains or marks, try spot cleaning before putting it in the wash. Stain remover will also help
Remove from washing machine, place on hanger and dry naturally. Remaining creases will disappear once the shirt has been worn for 10-15 minutes
Alternatively, after your washing cycle finishes, pop them into the tumble dryer for a few minutes – to shake out the washing creases. Five to ten minutes should do the trick.
SUITS & TIES
Dry clean only
Let your dry cleaners know about stains or marks (and what made them) so they can treat them correctly
Suits made from wool can be damaged by harsh chemicals used in dry-cleaning – so limit to a few times a year
Hang your suit on a wooden hanger – this helps retain the shoulder shape
An occasional steam will do your suit good. Either use the steam setting on your iron or hang it in the bathroom while you shower
CHINO TROUSERS & SHORTS
Machine wash at 40 ºC
Always wash similar colours together. Never put white items in a coloured wash
Fabric conditioner will make ironing easier
If possible, avoid tumble drying as it can cause shrinkage
Do not over iron or have iron temperature too high as this will cause shine
POLOS & RUGBY SHIRTS
Machine wash at 40 ºC Always wash similar colours together. Never put white items in a coloured wash
Fabric conditioner will make ironing easier
If possible, avoid tumble drying as it can cause shrinkage
Do not over iron or have iron temperature too high as this will cause shine
DRESSING GOWNS, PYJAMAS & UNDERWEAR
Machine wash at 40 ºC
Always wash similar colours together. Never put white items in a coloured wash
Fabric conditioner will make ironing easier
If possible, avoid tumble drying as it can cause shrinkage
Keep away from fire
ADVICE & TIPS FOR LOOKING AFTER CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR
CLOTHING
DO
Always read the care label before washing and organise your laundry into groups with similar care instructions
DON'T
Use too much detergent or detergents that contain bleach
Do not tumble dry unless indicated on the care label
Do not iron prints, trims or embellishments. If need be, iron on reverse or use a clean tea towel between the iron and garment
Do not leave garments with white and contrast coloured panels soaking for prolonged periods
FOOTWEAR
DO
Invest in shoe trees – they allow recently worn shoes to contract and dry out to their ideal shape
Visit a cobbler when shoes need to be resoled
Polish your shoes – the little time you spend cleaning and polishing will be repaid by the extended lifespan
DON'T
Put wet shoes near direct heat or a radiator – they may dry too quickly and cause the leather to crack. Instead push newspaper into the shoe and let it dry naturally
Leave salt stains (from road gritting) on your shoes. Instead, remove them with a little vinegar and water
SUITS
Put wet shoes near direct heat or a radiator – they may dry too quickly and cause the leather to crack. Instead push newspaper into the shoe and let it dry naturally
Leave salt stains (from road gritting) on your shoes. Instead, remove them with a little vinegar and water
DO
Use a wishbone shaped hanger after wear
Invest in a clothes brush and brush your suit after wear; this will stop dirt settling into the fabric
Use a suit carrier for transporting suits and a cloth suit cover for when it is in the wardrobe
DON'T
Wear the same suit day after day – a suit needs 24 hours to air and breathe
Put the suit back in the closet straight after wear. Hang it in a well-ventilated area so any moisture in the wool dissipates and the fibres spring back into shape