A beautiful maxi dress is an investment. Caring for it properly ensures it stays vibrant, structured, and wearable for years to come. Here’s everything you need to know.
Washing Your Maxi Dress
Always check the care label first — this is your most important guide. General rules by fabric:
- Cotton: Machine washable on a gentle or cold cycle. Avoid hot water to prevent shrinkage.
- Chiffon: Hand wash in cool water with mild detergent, or use a delicates machine setting.
- Jersey: Machine washable; wash inside out to preserve print and colour.
- Linen: Gentle machine wash or hand wash; expect some natural wrinkling.
- Satin/Silk: Dry clean recommended, or hand wash with specialist silk detergent.
Our cotton dresses are designed with everyday wearability in mind — most styles are machine washable, making maintenance simple.
Drying Tips
Avoid tumble drying delicate fabrics like chiffon and satin. Instead:
- Lay flat to dry for jersey and knitwear to retain shape
- Hang dry cotton and linen in a shaded area to avoid colour fading
- Never wring chiffon — gently squeeze out water and hang to dry
Ironing and Steaming
Most maxi dresses benefit from a quick steam rather than direct ironing:
- Cotton: Can be ironed on medium heat; use a damp cloth between iron and fabric
- Chiffon and satin: Use a steamer only — direct ironing can melt fibres
- Jersey: Doesn’t usually need ironing; hang in a steamy bathroom to release creases
Storage Best Practices
Storing your maxi dress correctly prevents creasing, colour fading, and fabric damage.
- Hang maxi dresses on padded hangers to maintain shape
- Avoid metal hangers for delicate fabrics — they can cause shoulder bumps
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
- Use garment bags for special-occasion pieces like chiffon or satin dresses
- Add lavender sachets to your wardrobe to naturally deter moths
Dealing with Stains
Act quickly! Blot (don’t rub) stains immediately with cold water. For oil-based stains, apply a small amount of dish soap before washing. For delicate fabrics, take to a dry cleaner as soon as possible.
Final Thoughts
A little care goes a long way. Follow fabric-specific guidelines, store thoughtfully, and your favourite maxi dresses will remain wardrobe staples season after season.