24 Jun How to Wash Party Gowns? (part 1)

One of the most critical problems that spoil the sweetness of a beautiful night after a party is dirty clothes. Due to these fibres’ delicate and sensitive structure, washing party gowns requires correct care and knowledge. Washing your party gowns properly not only makes your clothes look more beautiful and impressive but also makes them easier to care for and last longer. Therefore, washing and storing party gowns are very important. In this article, we will provide you with tricks and principles related to washing them. 

First, remove the stains from party gowns.

First, clean the area with a stain remover or a mild detergent. One of the most important things to keep in mind when hand-washing a party gown is to remove the stain with a sharp, shallow, light stroke instead of grabbing it. You can even use lemon, baking soda and some vegetable glycerin to make a homemade stain remover that will treat your gown more gently than solid detergents.

Wash gently by hand

The best way to wash party gowns at home is to use hand washing in cold water. Avoid washing your party gowns with a washing machine as much as possible; Even the most delicate wash cycle is too harsh for most of them. By following the tips below, you will get the best possible result without damaging the soft fibres of your clothes.

Turn the dress upside down before you

wash your party gowns by hand; make sure you turn it upside down. It will prevent damage to their scales. Use some diluted vinegar solution to remove any foul odour from clothes.

Use a mild detergent.

Sometimes regular detergents are too harsh on the party gown’s fibres and scales. Instead, it’s better to use a mild detergent and cold water to wash them so that you won’t damage your clothes during the washing process.

Never rub stains

Rubbing the stain may loosen or tear the scales and beads on the garment. Instead, gently soak the garment in soap and water, then apply a clean, shallow, light stroke to the spot with a clean cloth.

Don’t squeeze your party gowns.

The first thing that may come to your mind instinctively is to squeeze your party gown after washing, just like any other garment, to remove excess moisture. But, instead of pressing them, let the excess water dry slowly before hanging or spreading it on a flat surface.

Dry the garment on a horizontal surface

To dry the party gown after washing, place your garment on a flat surface. Spreading clothes on a large towel can speed up the drying process by absorbing some excess moisture.

Washing party gowns with a washing machine

If you don’t have the time or ability to wash your gown by hand, you can put it in the washing machine with a few tips. First, turn the garment upside down, fasten all the buttons or zippers. Then place it in a mesh bag to ensure your garment isn’t stretched or stuck in the washing process. If you don’t have a mesh bag, you can put it on a pillowcase and tie it. Set the wash settings to the shortest and finest possible position, and then dry the clothes on a horizontal surface without squeezing.

Essential points about washing ball gowns at home

silk party gowns

Because silk is a natural protein fibre made from silkworms, it’s one of the most expensive materials used in the fashion industry. This fabric often has a glossy appearance due to its triangular prismatic structure; Because it can refract light from different angles. Hence, clothes made of silk are usually very luxurious and elegant. Protect your silk gown and increase its useful life by observing the following points.

 Do’s

• Go to the dry cleaner to clean expensive silk. Typically, product care labels give you instructions on how to deal with silk.
• If your silk care label says “laundry only”, stick to it. However, if the phrase “preferably laundry” is written on the label, you can also wash your party clothes by hand.
• If you want to save money, wash your silk clothes with cold water. Use only mild detergents.
• If you can use the washing machine base on the care label, remember to use a mesh bag and place your washing machine on a gentle cycle with cold water.
• Use steam to remove wrinkles from your party gown. The steam smoothes your clothes without damaging the silk fibres.
• Ironing is allowed, but it isn’t suitable for those who can’t precisely adjust the temperature. If the label on the care label says “safe against ironing”, you can iron your clothes using low heat. For example, iron your silk party gown while it’s slightly damp to reduce the chance of damaging the silk fibres.
• Make sure the colour of the clothes is stable before washing. Some silks have bright colours such as sunny yellow or plant red and are more likely to dye. Soak a cotton ball in a solution of water and a mild detergent. Then press it on the edges of the shoulder or hidden seams to prevent any discolouration or fading.

Don’ts

• Placing a silk garment in the dryer destroys the overall fabric’s shape. In addition, the high heat dulls the silk and destroys its sparkle.
• In addition, putting silk in the dryer may make your clothes shrink. After washing, place it on a clean, absorbent towel to remove excess moisture. Repeat if necessary. When done, place the wet silk on a dry towel and then on a horizontal drying rack to maintain the overall shape of the garment.
• Avoid drying silk clothes on wooden hangers. The varnish in wooden pendants is transferred to lighter coloured silk fabrics, causing unwanted stains.
• Topical cleaning of stains is prohibited. Rubbing a specific spot on the silk will brighten the colour of the area, which will be more difficult to remove than the original stain. Hence, it would help if you washed the whole garment with a suitable detergent for silk. If the stains are dark, it’s better to leave your silk clothes in the laundry.

 velvet cloth

Luxury velvet is traditionally made from the wrapping of woven silk pieces. But today, velvet is usually made from cotton and rayon, which are cheaper than silk. However, regardless of the type of velvet dress, you shouldn’t neglect the proper washing of these clothes if you want your clothes to last longer. Here we point out the dos and don’ts of washing velvet party gowns.

Do’s

• Before cleaning velvet clothing, read the care label.
• To wash other types of velvet, dry cleaning is the best choice.
• To store velvet clothing for a long time, protect it from folding; because it will cause wrinkles in your clothes.
• Hang the velvet dress from a silk hanger. To protect against dust, put your clothes in a plastic bag. To prevent squeezing, remember to have enough space between clothes in the closet.

Don’ts

• Ironing velvet party gowns is prohibited. The heat and pressure crush the velvet fibres, resulting in unwanted effects on your velvet garment. Instead, use a steam cleaner to remove any wrinkles gently. Turn the clothes upside down before starting the steaming process.
• Never press the fabric a lot for drying your clothes. When placing velvet clothes in the closet, make sure there’s enough space between the clothes.
• If water or syrup spills on your velvet clothes, don’t wipe the liquids with a paper towel. Too much pressure flatten the raised surface of the fabric, and a recess is created. Instead, shake off the moisture as much as possible and allow the velvet to dry in the open air.
• Don’t attempt to remove adhesive traces or ink stains yourself. Instead, when you have stubborn stains, seek professional help to clean your velvet clothes or leave your clothes to the laundry.