Fabric Care

A good rule of thumb is to always read the care and content label to determine how to care for your garment. When the care label reads "Use Mild Detergent," use a gentle detergent meant for cold-water washing of delicates. When the care label reads "Hand Wash," use lukewarm water. Do not use chlorine bleach on colored items.

Cashmere
• Dry Clean.
• Never hang knitted garments.
• Store cashmere folded in tissue or see-through garment bags. This will not only keep them cleaner, it will help prevent pilling by keeping garments from rubbing against each other.
• To remove pills (tiny balls on the surface), cut very carefully with a safety razor.

Cotton
• If label reads "Machine Wash," then use all-purpose detergent and follow temperature instructions on garment.
• If label reads "Tumble Dry," remove promptly when finished to avoid wrinkles.
• Knits (T-shirts): To avoid shrinkage, dry flat.
• Sweaters: Tumble dry partially, then reshape and dry flat.

Linen
• If label reads "Machine Wash and Dry," follow temperature instructions on fabric.
• Linen should be pressed with a hot iron while still slightly damp.

Silk
• If care label reads "Hand Wash," as in the case of some silk knits, use a neutral soap.
• Rinse. Gently press out excess water in towel. Don't wring or twist. Smooth and straighten seams.
• Air dry fabric out of direct sunlight until slightly damp.
• To iron silk, steam press wrong side while slightly damp.

Wool
• If care label reads "Hand Wash," use a mild detergent in lukewarm water. Soak the garment for several minutes; swish gently and rinse. Be sure to eliminate all suds. Do not wring or twist. Instead, roll garment in an absorbent towel and gently wring the towel. Remove the garment and lie flat to dry.
• Refresh wool, with the exception of knitted wool, by hanging in a steamy bathroom.
• Wool needs airing and breathing room. Hang wool garments (other than knits) on a proper hanger in a well ventilated closet.
• Wool shrinks and dulls at high temperatures. Dry clean all wool unless it is specifically marked "Washable." Wash by hand unless label specifically reads "Machine Washable."
• In order to keep their shape, knitted woolens should be folded flat, not put on hangers.


Dress Shirts & Sportshirts
To get the longest life from your Paul Fredrick shirt we recommend cold-water washing and tumble dry – delicate. Remove shirts and use warm iron while still slightly damp. If you prefer to launder or dry-clean your shirts we recommend very light starch.

100% Cotton Dress Shirts:
- Machine Wash Gentle
- Hang or Tumble Dry
- Dry Clean

100% Cotton Non-Iron Fabrics:
- Machine Wash/ Tumble Dry
- Do Not Dry Clean!
- Do Not Commercial Launder

100% Silk Sport Shirts:
- Hand Wash
- Dry Clean

Cotton/Cashmere Sport Shirts:
- Hand Wash
- Dry Clean

Knit Shirts & Sweaters
Since knit shirts are made from a variety of fabrics, we suggest that you read the label on the individual garments to determine how best to care for them. If the label recommends hand washing, use a mild detergent (Woolite is a good choice) in lukewarm water. Soak the garment for several minutes and rinse. Be sure to eliminate all suds. Do not wring or twist the garment. Instead, roll the garment in an absorbent towel and gently wring the towel. Then, remove the garment and lay it down flat to dry. To best keep a knit’s original shape, they should never be put on a hanger. Instead, fold knit garments flat for storage.

Cotton/Lambswool/Nylon Blend:
- Dry Clean*

Cotton/Linen Blend:
- Dry Clean*

Cotton/Model Blend:
- Dry Clean*

100% Cashmere:
- Dry Clean

100% Cotton:
- Machine Wash Gentle
- Lay Flat to Dry
- Tumble Dry

100% Mercerized Cotton:
- Machine Wash
- Hang or Tumble Dry

100% Merino Wool:
- Dry Clean*

100% Spun Silk:
- Dry Clean*

Cotton/Modal/Cashmere Blend:
- Dry Clean

Silk/Cashmere Blend:
- Dry Clean

Silk/Cotton Blend:
- Machine Wash Gentle
- Lay Flat to Dry
- Dry Clean

Cashwool:
-Dry Clean

100% Lambswool:
-Dry Clean

Wool/Nylon:
-Dry Clean

Silk/Wool:
-Dry Clean

Sportcoats & Suits
In caring for sportcoats, suits and trousers, it is important to understand that the chemicals used in the dry cleaning process tend to strip wool of many of its natural properties. By following some basic guidelines, you can minimize trips to the dry cleaners and prolong the life of your wardrobe. First, if possible, wear a particular suit only once each week. This way, there will be enough time between wearings for the suit to hang properly and regain its original shape. Hang trousers from the bottom on clips. The extra weight in the waistband will stretch the trousers and help to remove creases. Jackets should be hung on a padded hanger. This will help to maintain their shape. If your sportcoat or suit is only wrinkled after being worn, have a tailor steam press it. A stained sportcoat or suit should by all means be cleaned.

Cotton/Lycra Blend:
- Dry Clean

100% Cotton:
- Dry Clean

Linen/Cotton Blend:
- Dry Clean

100% Linen:
- Dry Clean

Lambswool:
- Dry Clean

Lambswool/Cashmere Blend:
- Dry Clean

100% Silk:
- Dry Clean

100% Wool:
- Dry Clean

Wool/Cashmere Blend:
- Dry Clean

Wool/Linen/Silk Blend:
- Dry Clean

Wrinkle Resistant Wool:
-Dry Clean

Cashmere:
-Dry Clean

Wool/Alpaca:
-Dry Clean

Camelhair:
-Dry Clean

Goat Suade:
-Dry Clean

Trousers & Shorts

100% Cotton Corduroy:
- Machine Wash

100% Cotton Trousers:
- Machine Wash
- Tumble Dry

100% Cotton Non-Iron Chinos:
- Machine Wash Only
- Tumble Dry
- Do Not Dry Clean!

100% Linen Trousers:
- Dry Clean

100% Silk Trousers:
- Dry Clean

100% Merino Worsted Wool:
- Dry Clean

Poplin Cotton/Lycra Blend:
- Dry Clean*

Microfiber:
- Machine Wash

Tencel/Cotton Blend:
- Machine Wash Cold Gentle
- Hang to Dry

Tropical Merino Wool:
- Dry Clean

Wool/Cashmere Blend:
- Dry Clean

Wool/Linen Blend:
- Dry Clean


Note: Fabrics displaying "*" after the care instructions, may be hand washed. However, for best results and longer product life follow dry cleaning care recommendations.

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