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Clothing Care

Looking for some essential clothing care tips? Turn to the experts for advice on keeping your clothes looking their best for longer by learning how to wash, mend, and store them the right way. Find advice on everything from cleaning white shoes to removing stains to hemming pants. Your wardrobe is about to look even better.

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How to Clean White Shoes—Like Vans or Converse—at Home
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7 Genius Ways to Get Wrinkles Out of Your Clothes—Without an Iron
Colorful baseball caps
How to Wash a Baseball Cap (the Right Way)
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How to Wash a Backpack
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3 Ways to Get Sticker Residue Off of Clothes, According to Clothing Care Professionals
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How to Wash Swimsuits So They Look Good All Summer
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Amazon Shoppers Say These Laundry Bags Prevent Delicates From Getting 'Stuck and Snagged'—and They're $7
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3 Ways to Fold a Hoodie
Stack of Trendy Bright illuminating Yellow, Gray and White Woolen Knitted Sweaters.
Your Ultimate Guide to Sweater Care
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How Often You Really Need to Wash Clothes to Keep Them Clean
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How Often Should You Wash Your Jeans? Experts Weigh In
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How Often Should You Wash Your Bra? Experts Weigh In
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8 Fashion Mistakes You're Probably Making
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The One Mistake Europeans Think Americans Make With Their Laundry
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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Storing Winter Clothes
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How Often Should I Wash My Pajamas? Experts Weigh In
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This Fabric Shaver Is My Secret to Making Pilly Leggings Look Brand New, and It's on Sale for $11
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5 Things the French Know About Laundry (That You're Probably Doing All Wrong)
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How to Care for Your Leggings So They Last Longer
How to Care for Winter Clothes: stack of folded sweaters and scarves
Here's How to Clean Bulky, Hard-to-Wash Winter Clothing at Home
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How to Shop for Vintage Clothes (and Spot Knock-Offs) Like a Pro
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Here's How Real Simple's Associate Editor Organizes Her Overflowing Closets
Tailoring supplies
5 Alterations You Didn't Know Your Tailor Could Do
The 5-Minute Fix That Repairs Broken Underwire Bras
The 5-Minute Fix That Repairs Broken Underwire Bras
Apparently, You Can 'Un-Shrink' Cotton Clothes—Here's How
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How to Clean and Care for Suede Boots
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What the Heck Is a Sweater Stone—And Will It Really Save My Sweaters?
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The Laundry Mistake That's Ruining Your Sports Bras
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How to Care for a Linen Dress
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4 Clothing Care Skills Millennials Probably Don't Know (But Need to Learn)
How to Folder a Sweater Step 1
How to Fold a Sweater
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How to Fix Common Laundry Mistakes (And 2 That Are Beyond Repair)
stack of bras
It's Time to Organize Your Bra Drawer—Here's How
hand ironing pants
How to Iron Pants for a Crisp and Wrinkle-Free Look
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How to Fix a Snag in a Sweater
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How to Sew a Button on a Coat or Jacket
How To: Fix Stretched Sweater Cuffs
How to Fix Stretched Sweater Cuffs
How To: Fold a Dress Shirt
How To: Fold a Dress Shirt
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Basic Sewing Kit Essentials Checklist
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4 Easy Ways to Make Your Washer Last Longer
How to Remove Red Wine Stains
How to Remove a Red Wine Stain