Fabric & Care Guide

Every fabric behaves a little differently. Follow these notes and your garment will hold its shape, colour and finish for years — most damage to made-to-measure clothing comes from the wrong wash, not wear.

Silk (Banarasi & Raw Silk)

Wash	Dry-clean only. Never machine wash or soak.
Iron	Low heat, inside out, or steam from a distance — direct heat can leave a shine mark.
Storage	Hang on a padded hanger, in a breathable cotton cover — not sealed plastic, which traps moisture.
Watch out for	Perfume and deodorant contact — silk stains easily and the mark is often permanent.

Wool Blend

Wash	Dry-clean recommended. Air out after each wear instead of washing every time.
Iron	Medium heat with a damp cloth between the iron and fabric.
Storage	Hang, never fold for long periods — wool holds creases. Use cedar blocks, not mothballs.
Watch out for	Direct sunlight for extended periods — it fades wool faster than most fabrics.

Premium Cotton

Wash	Machine wash cold, gentle cycle. Turn dark colours inside out to protect the dye.
Iron	Medium-high heat while still slightly damp for the crispest finish.
Storage	Fold or hang — cotton is forgiving either way.
Watch out for	Shrinkage on the first wash — this is accounted for in our cutting, so don't pre-shrink it yourself.

Linen

Wash	Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, or hand wash for best results.
Iron	High heat while damp — linen wrinkles by nature; a few soft creases are part of the look.
Storage	Hang loosely. Avoid tight folding, which sets sharp permanent creases.
Watch out for	Over-drying — linen becomes brittle in a hot dryer. Line-dry when possible.

General rule for every made-to-measure piece

For the first wash or dry-clean, go to a trusted cleaner and mention the fabric type from your invoice. Store buttons, hooks and zippers closed when hanging, and let the garment air out for a few hours after wear before putting it away — this alone extends the life of most fabrics significantly.