Sticky situation: stop tights laddering with simple care. To avoid the dreaded ladder, buy high-quality tights with elastane and reinforced toes, as suggested by The Seam's founder Layla Sargent. Wear them carefully, avoiding rough shoes and sharp nails, and always on a cold wash cycle.
Whiter whites? Follow Rajiv Surendra's tips: wash your whites separately from everything else, using hot water and the hottest detergent possible. Idriz Ade recommends avoiding over-deterging, which can cause greying, while Mrs Stewart's Bluing is a safer alternative for brightening.
To prevent underarms looking grimy, try Shout Advanced Ultra Concentrated Gel or Karen Bentley-Brown's cotton-sweat shield method. For tough stains like red wine or ink, there are various treatments available, from bicarbonate of soda to rubbing alcohol. If all else fails, consider creative patching or professional stain removal.
Flattened necklines? Try hairspray for a quick fix, while Sargent recommends sewing the collar back into shape with a tailor's expertise. De Castro advises inspecting clothes carefully before buying and spotting wonky stitches or loose threads.
To mend holes in socks, Gay Bennett recommends darning – a simple yet effective technique that can be learned online. But prevention is key: replace your old socks regularly to avoid thinning.
For knitwear like cardigans, anti-moth measures are crucial: cedar blocks, lavender sachets, and storing them on sunny days can keep moths at bay. If a hole appears, stop wearing immediately and try mending with fabric shavers or wool combs.
Sticky shirt collars? Try hairspray for an instant fix, while avoiding over-washing and tumble-drying. Storage tricks like using collar inserts can also maintain shape.
Leather cracking and dulling? Regular cleaning and conditioning are essential: avoid heat and water exposure, use the right conditioner or soap, and store leather away from direct sunlight.
Whiter whites? Follow Rajiv Surendra's tips: wash your whites separately from everything else, using hot water and the hottest detergent possible. Idriz Ade recommends avoiding over-deterging, which can cause greying, while Mrs Stewart's Bluing is a safer alternative for brightening.
To prevent underarms looking grimy, try Shout Advanced Ultra Concentrated Gel or Karen Bentley-Brown's cotton-sweat shield method. For tough stains like red wine or ink, there are various treatments available, from bicarbonate of soda to rubbing alcohol. If all else fails, consider creative patching or professional stain removal.
Flattened necklines? Try hairspray for a quick fix, while Sargent recommends sewing the collar back into shape with a tailor's expertise. De Castro advises inspecting clothes carefully before buying and spotting wonky stitches or loose threads.
To mend holes in socks, Gay Bennett recommends darning – a simple yet effective technique that can be learned online. But prevention is key: replace your old socks regularly to avoid thinning.
For knitwear like cardigans, anti-moth measures are crucial: cedar blocks, lavender sachets, and storing them on sunny days can keep moths at bay. If a hole appears, stop wearing immediately and try mending with fabric shavers or wool combs.
Sticky shirt collars? Try hairspray for an instant fix, while avoiding over-washing and tumble-drying. Storage tricks like using collar inserts can also maintain shape.
Leather cracking and dulling? Regular cleaning and conditioning are essential: avoid heat and water exposure, use the right conditioner or soap, and store leather away from direct sunlight.
. Like, who thought it was a good idea to dedicate an entire article to how to get rid of wrinkles in your whites? It's just not that hard, guys! A hot wash cycle with some fabric softener is all you need. And stop using bicarbonate of soda to remove tough stains, it's like you're trying to make your clothes smell like a science experiment 
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And don't even get me started on the whole sock darning thing. Like, who still darning socks? It's a lost art, folks! 
Just replace your old socks already.
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I'm so over these old-school laundry tips! Who knew there were so many tricks to prevent tights laddering and getting whites whiter? 
It's like, we've got technology now, can't we just get smart laundry detergents that don't do this crazy stuff? 
And what's with all these makeshift fixes for stains? I mean, I love a good DIY as much as the next person, but some of these solutions sound kinda... barbaric 
I swear, we need to get our priorities straight and invest in some actual laundry innovations instead of relying on grandma's old advice 
also, why do we still have to deal with moth problems? like, can't we just use magic or something? 
on the other hand, darning is actually really cool I've been meaning to try it out but I've never had a hole in a sock before 
idk about u but i'd rather just toss the item than deal w/ that much work 
anyway, i do agree w/ idriz on not overdeterging ur whites tho it can cause some nasty discoloration 
Anyway, it's crazy how much a simple care routine can make all the difference in keeping our clothes looking fresh and new. And omg, darning socks is like, so underrated! 
I've been doing that for years and it's honestly saved me so much money on new socks. Has anyone tried any of these tips out? What's worked for you? 
I swear by those stain removal treatments tho... Shout Advanced Ultra Concentrated Gel is a game changer for tough stains. And for a more eco-friendly option, I've heard great things about eucalyptus-based fabric refresher sprays 
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! Like, who knew washing whites separately could make a huge difference in keeping them whiter for longer? And don't even get me started on the cotton-sweat shield method – it's like, totally genius 
de Castro's idea of checking stitches before buying clothes is so smart too gotta look out for those imperfections 
I think it's kinda cool that there's a whole section dedicated to fixing and caring for our clothes 
. I mean, let's be real, who hasn't had that one favourite shirt with a wonky collar or stained tights? 
I'm definitely gonna try out some of these tips myself...like, has anyone tried those cedar blocks thingies for moth-proofing their knitwear? Asking for a friend... 
. like, who has time for all that stain removal and patching up? 
anyway, I've been meaning to try out those cedar blocks for moth protection - hope they work!