How to look after your clothes whilst on holiday

Whilst on holiday, we tend to change our habits: we wash less often, use washing machines other than the ones at home, and often opt for the quickest solution.

In these situations, it’s easy to make mistakes that can compromise the quality of fabrics, especially the more delicate summer ones.

With a few simple precautions, you can keep your clothes clean and in good condition even when you’re away from home.

Using cycles that are too quick without considering the fabric

One of the most common mistakes is always relying on quick washes.

Short cycles can be useful, but they aren’t always sufficient:

• they do not remove deep-seated dirt
• they do not deal with odours and sweat properly
• they can be ineffective on more structured fabrics

Choosing the right cycle for the garment remains essential.

Using too much detergent

In vacanza si tende spesso a “compensare” con più prodotto pensando a un lavaggio migliore.

In reality, using too much detergent can:

• leave residue on fabrics
• make the fibres stiff
• make garments less breathable

It’s always best to use the correct, balanced amounts.

Ignoring the care labels

Even when away from home, care labels remain your main guide.

Particularly for linen, viscose and technical fabrics, following the instructions prevents damage that is difficult to repair.

The importance of mindful care even whilst travelling

Even on holiday, looking after your clothes shouldn’t be left to chance.

Paying a little attention when washing helps keep fabrics fresh and reduces the risk of having to resort to more intensive treatments when you return home.