A few days ago I received a beautiful peice of lingerie as an assignment. I was so excited to take it out of the package, but when I read the tag I felt a bit deflated. It reads "dry clean only." I am not into the chemicals used in dry cleaning, and not keen on complete strangers seeing such a personal item of mine either. Does anyone know if there is a way around this? Washing by hand with cold water and mild soap, maybe? I want to wash it before wearing it, but I also don't want to ruin it. TIA for your replies.
Dry Clean Only
01/20/2012
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Can you share a link to the item? Could it be that its recommended for dry cleaning mainly because of bows or something that could be removed and put on safety pins?
Or is it due to sequins?
It helps if we can see the item and the material description for it.
Or is it due to sequins?
It helps if we can see the item and the material description for it.
01/20/2012
OMG - is that as pretty as it looks? I know its not my size...dang it.
I'd probably just wash it by hand with some woolite or something in the sink. I will be doing that with some of my dry clean only stuff.
I'd probably just wash it by hand with some woolite or something in the sink. I will be doing that with some of my dry clean only stuff.
01/20/2012
honestly, that doesn't looks like it can only be dry cleaned. I'm basing this off of other items I have from them.
01/20/2012
Buy the dry clean kit and use it in your dryer...or hand wash in baby safe soap or Woolite(what I use), and air dry it.
01/20/2012
Having previously worked at a dry cleaners for many years, they have probably put that in the care instructions to ensure the dyes do not bleed when washed in a traditional way, or in a machine that has an agitator. That said, you can still do some things at home. First, the home dry clean kits aren't really "dry cleaning" at all, and are a waste of money. "Dry cleaning" anything in the dryer does nothing more than set stains long term.
Your best option is to hand soak/wash in a light or mild detergent, such as Woolite or hand soap. Test a small area of it in cold water first to test for colorfastness. If this works, then you can proceed with washing the entire thing.
An tidbit for those of you who have never known: Dry cleaning is NOT a dry process. The garments are bathed in a chemical solution (normally perchloroethylene or another petroleum-based solution) in a machine that is similar to a front-loading washing machine. Since the chemical contains no water, it is considered a "dry" chemical, hence the name "dry cleaning".
Your best option is to hand soak/wash in a light or mild detergent, such as Woolite or hand soap. Test a small area of it in cold water first to test for colorfastness. If this works, then you can proceed with washing the entire thing.
An tidbit for those of you who have never known: Dry cleaning is NOT a dry process. The garments are bathed in a chemical solution (normally perchloroethylene or another petroleum-based solution) in a machine that is similar to a front-loading washing machine. Since the chemical contains no water, it is considered a "dry" chemical, hence the name "dry cleaning".
01/20/2012
I would never have a lingerie item dry cleaned. I really would not want a chemically infused garment next to my bear skin.
I would gently wash it as others have said and dry it flat.
I would gently wash it as others have said and dry it flat.
01/20/2012
I have other items from DreamGirl that have said "Dry clean only" and have fared fine through my washer and drier. I would definitely put it in a lingerie bag though if you're going to do that. Otherwise, I think you'd be fine hand washing it.
01/20/2012
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I think I would go with this!
Originally posted by
OhMy!
Having previously worked at a dry cleaners for many years, they have probably put that in the care instructions to ensure the dyes do not bleed when washed in a traditional way, or in a machine that has an agitator. That said, you can still do some
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Having previously worked at a dry cleaners for many years, they have probably put that in the care instructions to ensure the dyes do not bleed when washed in a traditional way, or in a machine that has an agitator. That said, you can still do some things at home. First, the home dry clean kits aren't really "dry cleaning" at all, and are a waste of money. "Dry cleaning" anything in the dryer does nothing more than set stains long term.
Your best option is to hand soak/wash in a light or mild detergent, such as Woolite or hand soap. Test a small area of it in cold water first to test for colorfastness. If this works, then you can proceed with washing the entire thing.
An tidbit for those of you who have never known: Dry cleaning is NOT a dry process. The garments are bathed in a chemical solution (normally perchloroethylene or another petroleum-based solution) in a machine that is similar to a front-loading washing machine. Since the chemical contains no water, it is considered a "dry" chemical, hence the name "dry cleaning". less
Your best option is to hand soak/wash in a light or mild detergent, such as Woolite or hand soap. Test a small area of it in cold water first to test for colorfastness. If this works, then you can proceed with washing the entire thing.
An tidbit for those of you who have never known: Dry cleaning is NOT a dry process. The garments are bathed in a chemical solution (normally perchloroethylene or another petroleum-based solution) in a machine that is similar to a front-loading washing machine. Since the chemical contains no water, it is considered a "dry" chemical, hence the name "dry cleaning". less
01/20/2012
That is GORGEOUS, first off. And second off, I agree with people saying to wash it by hand or maybe put it in a lingerie bag and set it on super delicate cycle. And I would hang-dry it honestly.
01/20/2012
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This is great information. Thank you!
Originally posted by
OhMy!
Having previously worked at a dry cleaners for many years, they have probably put that in the care instructions to ensure the dyes do not bleed when washed in a traditional way, or in a machine that has an agitator. That said, you can still do some
...
more
Having previously worked at a dry cleaners for many years, they have probably put that in the care instructions to ensure the dyes do not bleed when washed in a traditional way, or in a machine that has an agitator. That said, you can still do some things at home. First, the home dry clean kits aren't really "dry cleaning" at all, and are a waste of money. "Dry cleaning" anything in the dryer does nothing more than set stains long term.
Your best option is to hand soak/wash in a light or mild detergent, such as Woolite or hand soap. Test a small area of it in cold water first to test for colorfastness. If this works, then you can proceed with washing the entire thing.
An tidbit for those of you who have never known: Dry cleaning is NOT a dry process. The garments are bathed in a chemical solution (normally perchloroethylene or another petroleum-based solution) in a machine that is similar to a front-loading washing machine. Since the chemical contains no water, it is considered a "dry" chemical, hence the name "dry cleaning". less
Your best option is to hand soak/wash in a light or mild detergent, such as Woolite or hand soap. Test a small area of it in cold water first to test for colorfastness. If this works, then you can proceed with washing the entire thing.
An tidbit for those of you who have never known: Dry cleaning is NOT a dry process. The garments are bathed in a chemical solution (normally perchloroethylene or another petroleum-based solution) in a machine that is similar to a front-loading washing machine. Since the chemical contains no water, it is considered a "dry" chemical, hence the name "dry cleaning". less
01/20/2012
Manufacturers often say clothes are dry clean only just to protect themselves. I've had great success with gently hand washing MANY things that had dry clean only tags.
My experience with the product to let you "dry clean" clothes in the dryer was not positive at all. I'll never try that again. That left weird marks like water marks all over my clothes.
My experience with the product to let you "dry clean" clothes in the dryer was not positive at all. I'll never try that again. That left weird marks like water marks all over my clothes.
01/20/2012
That's a gorgeous piece. I think they have it in blue as well which I prefer and plan on getting at some point. I used to use Dryel for my dry clean products and have not had any issues.
01/20/2012
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Yeah, I used Dryel before and found it didn't really clean my clothes, just left them with a STRONG smell, which was not good for me (chemical sensitivities.)
Originally posted by
Tuesday
Manufacturers often say clothes are dry clean only just to protect themselves. I've had great success with gently hand washing MANY things that had dry clean only tags.
My experience with the product to let you "dry clean" ... more
My experience with the product to let you "dry clean" ... more
Manufacturers often say clothes are dry clean only just to protect themselves. I've had great success with gently hand washing MANY things that had dry clean only tags.
My experience with the product to let you "dry clean" clothes in the dryer was not positive at all. I'll never try that again. That left weird marks like water marks all over my clothes. less
My experience with the product to let you "dry clean" clothes in the dryer was not positive at all. I'll never try that again. That left weird marks like water marks all over my clothes. less
With this new information, I'm going to try hand-washing my winter pea coat as well!
01/21/2012
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Thanks for sharing this! It is extremely helpful for all of us who see that label and run in fear
Originally posted by
OhMy!
Having previously worked at a dry cleaners for many years, they have probably put that in the care instructions to ensure the dyes do not bleed when washed in a traditional way, or in a machine that has an agitator. That said, you can still do some
...
more
Having previously worked at a dry cleaners for many years, they have probably put that in the care instructions to ensure the dyes do not bleed when washed in a traditional way, or in a machine that has an agitator. That said, you can still do some things at home. First, the home dry clean kits aren't really "dry cleaning" at all, and are a waste of money. "Dry cleaning" anything in the dryer does nothing more than set stains long term.
Your best option is to hand soak/wash in a light or mild detergent, such as Woolite or hand soap. Test a small area of it in cold water first to test for colorfastness. If this works, then you can proceed with washing the entire thing.
An tidbit for those of you who have never known: Dry cleaning is NOT a dry process. The garments are bathed in a chemical solution (normally perchloroethylene or another petroleum-based solution) in a machine that is similar to a front-loading washing machine. Since the chemical contains no water, it is considered a "dry" chemical, hence the name "dry cleaning". less
Your best option is to hand soak/wash in a light or mild detergent, such as Woolite or hand soap. Test a small area of it in cold water first to test for colorfastness. If this works, then you can proceed with washing the entire thing.
An tidbit for those of you who have never known: Dry cleaning is NOT a dry process. The garments are bathed in a chemical solution (normally perchloroethylene or another petroleum-based solution) in a machine that is similar to a front-loading washing machine. Since the chemical contains no water, it is considered a "dry" chemical, hence the name "dry cleaning". less
01/22/2012
That is GORGEOUS
01/26/2012
Thanks for all these posts, I've got a few dry clean only items that I haven't taken to a cleaner's because 1) I don't want other people handling my clothes, 2) the idea of all those chemicals icks me out and 3) I'd be mortified to walk into a cleaner's and hand over my personals. I think I'll try very gentle handwashing from now on.
01/26/2012
I don't pay much attention to Dry Clean Only tags. Often it's just bullshit. I received a corset that had that on the label, but I just hand washed it with no troubles at all.
I live in the sticks and there's only one dry cleaning place an hr away from me. I'm not driving all that way and forking out for them to clean an item for me when it's perfectly fine being hand washed.
I don't like the idea of strangers fondling my clothing either.
I live in the sticks and there's only one dry cleaning place an hr away from me. I'm not driving all that way and forking out for them to clean an item for me when it's perfectly fine being hand washed.
I don't like the idea of strangers fondling my clothing either.
01/26/2012
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Oh that is GORGEOUS!!
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bayosgirl
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01/26/2012
Since it's poly and spandex, I would think it would be fine to cold-water wash and line dry.
01/26/2012
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