The proper laundering and storage of your heirloom garment is very important. Textiles are very vulnerable to three things 1) light, 2) extremes of temperature and 3) humidity. They are also susceptable to damage from dust, dirt, mold, insects and abrasion. Never store soiled textiles or dry clean them.

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Washing Instructions: Hand wash, gently squeeze out water. Never twist or wring out the water. Lay flat to air dry.

You can use starch when you iron the dress. Please remember to cover any lace with a pressing cloth. A hot iron will damage the delicate lace.

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Storage: Wash and dry following the above directions. When preparing the garment for storage do not use starch. Wrap the garment in acid-free white tissue. It is important that the tissue you use is acid-free. Then put the wrapped garment in an acid-free cardboard box or simply place in a dresser drawer.

Do not store the garment in a cedar chest or a regular cardboard box. Do not store it in either an airtight container or plastic. Avoid storing textiles in a damp basement or near direct heat sources.