Silk is a light natural fiber that repeats colors beautifully.
A silk product may not always need washing; airing can help refresh it for the next use. Dirt weakens fibers and can leave permanent marks, so it’s best to wash a stained garment as soon as possible.
The proper washing method can be checked from the care label attached to the product. For silk products that can be washed, Marimekko recommends hand washing.
Store your silk items folded and kept in an airy space. Silk may attract textile pests, so make sure that garments that are stored for a long time are clean.
Chemicals can leave marks on delicate silk products. Avoid spraying perfume, cosmetics, or hair products directly on the accessories or otherwise contacting them – allow the chemicals to dry before putting on silk accessories.
Wash your silk garment separately in plenty of cool water. Do not rub or wring the product during washing. Use a detergent that’s made for silk. It’s advisable to straighten silk products after washing.
The smoothness and shine of silk can be restored by ironing or steaming. Ironing and steaming also help the product to reshape, but a slight shrinkage after washing is normal for silk products.
