Clothing Care

Having the best clothes is pointless if you don't take care of them. Learn how to give your clothes proper care with our guides to cleaning white shoes, getting sticker residue off clothes, sewing on buttons, ironing pants, and more. Get cleaning tips and maintenance advice for your beloved dresses, shirts, shoes, and everything else in your closet.

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The Best Mini Stain Removers to Tuck into Your Purse or Carry-On Bag
Apparently You Can 'Un-Shrink' Cotton Clothes—Here's How
The Laundry Mistake That's Ruining Your Sports Bras
How to Clean White Shoes at Home Without Bleach or Expensive Cleaners
5 Things the French Know About Laundry (That You're Probably Doing All Wrong)
An Easy Guide for How to Wash a Backpack
What the Heck Is a Sweater Stone—And Will It Really Save My Sweaters?
The One Mistake Europeans Think Americans Make With Their Laundry
How Often Should You Wash Your Bra? Experts Weigh In
8 Fashion Mistakes You're Probably Making
Your Ultimate Guide to Sweater Care
5 Alterations You Didn't Know Your Tailor Could Do
This Is How Often You Really Need to Wash Your Clothes to Keep Them Clean
4 Easy Ways to Make Your Washer Last Longer
How to Fix 4 Common Laundry Mistakes (And 2 That Are Beyond Repair)
4 Clothing Care Skills Millennials Probably Don't Know (But Need to Learn)
How to Sew a Button on a Coat or Jacket
3 Quick Clothing Fixes
Basic Sewing Kit Essentials Checklist
How to Care for Clothing With Pleats or Ruffles
Does New Clothing Need Laundering?
How To: Iron Pants
How To: Fix Stretched Sweater Cuffs
How to Fix a Snag in a Sweater
How To: Fold a Dress Shirt
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