CARE / WASH / STORE
Protect the shape. Follow the label.
Care instructions vary with fabric, foam and construction. The sewn-in care label takes priority over any general guide, including this one.
Understand the fabric description
Check the full fibre composition, including lining when provided. Stretch fibres can help a garment move with you, while the fabric structure and cup construction also affect its feel. A single fibre name does not prove breathability, durability or comfort.
Wash gently when permitted
If the label allows hand washing, use its recommended water temperature and a suitable gentle detergent. Avoid harsh rubbing, twisting and wringing. If machine washing is permitted, follow the stated cycle and use a lingerie bag to reduce snagging.
Dry without crushing
Reshape gently and dry as directed. Do not assume a tumble dryer is safe. Keep heat away when the label prohibits it, and avoid forcing one moulded cup inside the other.
Give cups room in the drawer
Store shaped cups without heavy items pressing on them. Nest similarly shaped bras gently rather than folding or inverting cups. Fasten hooks to reduce the chance of catching nearby fabrics.
Check before the next wear
Look for stretched elastic, rough seams, damaged hooks or exposed wire. If a bra no longer sits securely or comfortably, reassess it instead of relying on a fixed replacement timetable.