8 tips to make your clothes last longer

Have you ever wondered why expensive clothes are also expensive to care for?

It’s quite annoying if you think about it.

Who doesn’t want to make their clothes last longer?

Especially when she’s expensive, right?

In today’s post, you’ll learn 8 tips to make your clothes last longer – and don’t worry, these aren’t tips that involve a lot of money.

Tome note!

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1. Only wash when necessary

Unlike your underwear and socks, most clothing items don’t need to be washed right after each wear.

When you take off your clothes, let them get some fresh air. Also, avoid applying deodorant or perfume too close to the fabric as you risk staining it.

See: 7 clothes and accessories you can wash once a year

2. Use a steamer on your clothes between uses

Another way to make your clothes last longer is to apply a little steam using a clothes steamer between uses. It removes wrinkles and wrinkles without damaging the fabric like a conventional iron.

The steamer also helps remove odors from your clothes and keep them fresher for longer.

A compact vaporizer can be found from R$50.00.

See: How often should you wash each type of clothing?

3. Avoid the clothes dryer whenever possible

Prolonged heat can make your clothes fade or shrink over time, so avoid the dryer whenever possible.

More: 24 tips for taking care of each type of clothing

4. Switch to a gentler detergent and make your clothes last longer

It’s hard to resist products that promise to remove tough stains and make whites even whiter, but if you want to make your clothes last longer, it’s recommended to choose gentler products.

Heavier products generally contain very aggressive components (such as bleach, for example) and can harm the fabric fibers in the medium and long term.

More: Tips for washing and removing stains from clothes

5. Invest in shoe shapers

Shoes are also part of your wardrobe and should be well maintained.

Invest in shoe trees for those favorite pairs of yours. This product will help you maintain your shape and size for much longer.

See: How to properly care for Sandals

6. Buy a “Sweater Stone”

This incredible American invention has a timid presence in Brazil, but its potential is enormous. With a “Sweater Stone”, you can make your clothes last longer, especially if they are made of wool.

The product looks similar to a pumice stone and its objective is to remove all those little balls that form over time, especially in heavier fabrics such as wool.

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7. Protect your buds

With the help of a colorless nail polish, you can protect your buttons and make your clothes last longer. Just apply a small layer where the button seam threads are to seal them and prevent them from falling out.

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8. Store your clothes properly

There’s no way to make your clothes last longer if you just store them anyway.

To avoid wrinkles or sagging, you need to know what to hang (shirts, coats, dresses and skirts) and what to fold (blouses, pants and jeans).

Also, be sure to store your clothes so they have room to breathe, as this goes a long way in preserving them.

See: 7 tips to better organize your wardrobe