**Clothing care guide **
To ensure your unique pieces retain their allure and continue to captivate the night, we've compiled a care guide tailored to the needs of your gothic wardrobe.
**General Care Tips:**
- **Color Care:** Many of our product pieces are deeply pigmented. Wash dark colors separately and use a color-safe detergent to prevent fading.
- **Delicate Fabrics:** Treat lace, velvet, and silk with care. Hand wash or use a garment bag and select the delicate cycle on your washing machine.
- **Temperature Matters:** Wash your garments in cold water. High temperatures can damage fabrics and cause colors to bleed.
- **Drying:** Air dry your clothing away from direct sunlight. Avoid tumble dryers as they can shrink and damage delicate fabrics.
- **Ironing:** Use the lowest heat setting and always iron on the reverse side of the fabric to prevent marks or shine. For extremely delicate items, consider using a steamer.
**Specific Care Instructions:**
1. **Corsets & Bodices:** Spot clean only. Do not twist or wring. Lay flat to dry. For steel-boned corsets, consult a specialist for cleaning advice.
2. **Velvet Items:** Never iron velvet. Steam lightly from the inside or hang in a steamy bathroom to remove wrinkles.
3. **Leather Jackets & Accessories:** Wipe clean with a damp cloth and treat with a leather conditioner regularly. Do not wash or dry clean.
4. **Lace & Sheer Fabrics:** Hand wash gently in lukewarm water using a mild detergent. Do not scrub or soak for long periods.
5. **Jewelry & Embellishments:** If your garment has metal or beaded decorations, wash it inside a mesh bag to protect both the garment and your washing machine. Consider hand washing to be safest.
6. **Printed Tees & Graphics:** Turn inside out before washing to protect the print. Wash on a gentle cycle and air dry.
**Storage:**
- Store your Gothic Opium clothing in a cool, dry place. Use padded hangers for heavy items like coats and dresses to maintain their shape.
- For knits and stretchable fabrics, fold rather than hang to prevent stretching.
- Keep leather and velvet pieces covered with a cloth bag to protect from dust and moisture.
**Repairs:**
- Address any rips or loose threads immediately to prevent further damage. Consider taking high-value items to a professional tailor for repairs.
- For corsets and structured pieces, periodically check the integrity of seams and boning.
By following these care instructions, your products will continue to enchant and intrigue for many moons to come. Treasure them, and they will keep their mystery and beauty.
