I found this information in Real Simple Magazine and just had to share because I know we all want to protect the investment we've made in our wardrobe!
Here are 10 extremely helpful tips - for more tips visit RealSimple.com!
1. Don't Drive in Good Heels: the floorboard scuffs the heels and the pedal scratches the toe. Drive in flats or buy heel protectors by Smart Heel ($9)
2. Never Hang Pearls: This weakens the silk threads that hold the necklace together.
3. Launder Whites After Every Wear: Though it's tempting to re-wear, body oils and perspiration will cause a once bright white to take on a yellowish tint.
4. Don't Overwash Darks: Frequent washing will fade black...run darks on a short cycle in cold water and allow to air dry. Blot stains; rubbing will create a lighter spot.
5. Beware of the Dryer: Excessive heat makes fibers brittle causing the fabric to break down.Combat by removing lightweight items, camisoles and everything containing spandex 10 minutes prior to removal of heavier garments such as sweatshirts and jeans.
6. Sole Protectors: Have a shoe maker attach rubber bottoms to shield leather soles from water absorption and wear and tear. Although they can cost about $10 they can extend the life of your shoes for years.
7. Alternate Bras: Allow a bra to rest a day in between wearings to the elasticity has a chance to bounce back.
8. Never Leave Sneakers in the Car: Extreme temperatures - hot or cold - will wear down the rubber and heat can warp EVA (the material in the midsole) which can result in less shock absorption for your feet during workout. For the same reason don't dry running shoes on a radiator or in a hot dryer. Let the shoes air dry.
9. Dry Clean All Separates of an Outfit Together: Otherwise one piece will fade at a faster rate than another. When dry cleaning suits, three or four times a year is sufficient, according to John Mahdessian, President of Madame Paulette, a New York dry cleaner.
10. Wash Unstained Jeans Every Third Wear: Melissa Ladines, a fit expert for Levi Strauss states that "Most people wash their jeans too often". If you want to preserve the deep dark rinse skip the clothes dryer and let them air dry to take them to the dry cleaner.
