KEEP IT FOR YEARS

01 Read the label

Every piece carries a care label, and it is the final word. The advice on this page is general; wherever the label says something different, follow the label.

02 Wash with intention

• Wash less often. Airing a piece between wears keeps it fresh and spares the fabric.
• Close buttons and zips, and turn the garment inside out before washing.
• Wash with similar colours, at the temperature the label allows.
• Choose a gentle cycle and a mild detergent where the label permits machine washing.
• Avoid bleach and strong stain removers.

03 Dry with care

• Avoid the tumble dryer unless the label says it is safe.
• Dry knitwear flat, reshaping it gently while it is still damp.
• Hang shirts on a shaped hanger to dry, and smooth the collar and placket by hand.
• Keep pieces out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat while they dry.

04 Store properly

• Fold knitwear. Hanging can stretch it out of shape over time.
• Hang shirts and trousers on shaped hangers, with space between them.
• Store pieces clean, in a cool, dry and breathable place rather than in plastic.
• The box your piece arrives in is designed to be kept — use it.

05 Handle knits correctly

• Never wring or twist a knitted piece; press water out gently instead.
• Let knitwear rest for a day between wears so it can recover its shape.
• Remove any pilling carefully with a fabric comb, never by pulling.

06 When to repair

A loose button or a pulled thread is far easier to deal with early. Repair small things as soon as you notice them, and a piece will stay with you for much longer.

Unsure how to care for or repair a DORIC piece? Contact the house through the contact page.