Pakistani clothes are famous for their gorgeous prints, gorgeous embroidery, and fine quality material. Purchase them for a social occasion or party, but treat them with care so that they don't ruin and you can reuse them for the next few years. On this blog, we are going to guide you step by step on how to take care of your favorite Pakistani clothes so that they remain the best they could.

Always Read the Label

Verify the label prior to ironing or washing any garment. The vast majority of garments, especially those with complicated material or ornamented designs, carry the label dry clean only. It is the mandatory policy to follow this directive since washing them at home will ruin the material or cause the color to become faded. In case the tag is labeled dry clean only, never try washing it using a washing machine or manually.

Sort Fabrics and Ornaments

Never wash or keep ornaments and other clothing in the same way while dealing with your clothes. Chiffon and silk, for instance, should be treated differently from lawn or cotton. Also, if the dress involves thread work, sequins, or beads, do not wash or store them along with clothes. This will prevent damage to the embroidery.

Hand Wash with Care (If Allowed)

Some clothes may be washed at home, but by hand. Cold water and mild soap. Soak for a few minutes and slosh around gently in water. Do not rub or wring the item. Wash in cold running water and squeeze out as much water as possible by pressing between towels. Dry in the shade to avoid colors fading.

Steam Instead Of Ironing

Steaming most Pakistani clothes is preferable. It sets wrinkles without flattening your embroidery or dainty fabric. If ironing is unavoidable, then iron the piece inside out and from cloth to fabric always. Low heat and never iron your motifs.

Store Clothes Properly

Hang garments on padded hangers so they won't lose their shape. Roll them with sheer garment covers to protect them from dust. Do not roll them with plastic covers because they trap water. Roll dupattas and trousers gently, filling the vacant space between them with tissue paper in a way that prevents creases. Place your garments at all times in a cold dry place, keeping it out of the sunlight in a bid to maintain the color and texture of the garments.

Treat Stains Gently

If something is spilled on you, gently press the spill with a soft tissue. Don't rub, for it will set. Apply cold water and a mild detergent in a weak solution to the stain. Test on an area of the fabric that's not visible first. If the stain cannot be taken out, send the garment to a professional cleaner.

Air Out Your Clothes

When you put on an article, dry it out in the open with good ventilation. It keeps the body heat and sweat away from your clothes. It also does not allow your clothes to smell and provides no space for mold or mildew formation. Never wash clothing the moment it gets dirty.

Rotate What You Wear

In order to ensure that your outfit stays in vogue for as long as it can, do not wear the same outfit excessively. Have some time gap in between use for your attire. This a great convenience for outfits with intricate embroidery or fine stitching.

Handle Embroidery Wisely

The majority of Pakistani formal wear is decorated with sequin and beading brochures. Handle them all with extreme caution. Avoid wearing heavy pieces of jewelry that will most likely get caught in the clothing. Place embroidered clothing in individual wraps so as not to get the trimmings caught on other clothing.

Use a Qualified Cleaner When Needed

If it's too costly or there's fine work, then it's best to always have it done at a good dry cleaner. That is particularly prudent in Pakistani luxury pret pieces or dry clean only ones. Home cleaning is not even worth considering if the material or seams are fine.

Why Outfit Care is Important

Pakistani clothing is typically sheer material, dark colors, and hand-tied stitching. All these features all go together to create the clothing, beautiful but fragile. If one is not careful, the material gets wrinkled, the stitches unravel, or the color seeps. Proper maintenance of your clothing is the final assurance that it will last and look stunning.

Final Words

Caring for your Pakistani clothes is easy if you do it right. Always follow instructions, hand-wash, store them properly, and be gentle with embroidery. Half of your daily clothes or one from a designer's collection, kept in place and safely locked up, will be in working condition years later.

What you're paying for when you go with Mahum Asad is quality, attention, and always gorgeous artwork. Getting your clothes clean well is the greatest respect you can have for the artwork and still appreciate the look and fashion they provide for you.