Looking after silk
Cool water, a mild soap and patience: how to keep charmeuse soft for many seasons.
Sample image · Replace with your ownSilk is stronger than it looks and less forgiving than it should be. Most damage comes from heat, not from wear.
Washing
Dry cleaning is safest for a cut piece like the Solene slip. For a quick refresh, hand wash in cool water with a mild, pH-neutral soap, swish rather than rub, and never wring.
Drying and pressing
Roll the piece in a towel to lift the water, then dry it flat and out of the sun. Steam from the inside, or press on the reverse with a cloth between the iron and the silk.
Storing
On a padded hanger, in a cotton bag, with room to breathe.