Linen Care Guide: How to Wash, Dry, and Care for Linen Clothing

 

Linen is a timeless, natural fabric loved for its breathability, durability, and relaxed elegance. With the right care, linen clothing can last for years — becoming softer and more comfortable with every wear.

In this linen care guide, we’ll walk you through how to properly wash, dry, iron, and store your linen garments so they stay beautiful for a long time.

 

Why Linen Requires Special Care

 

Linen is made from natural flax fibers, which are strong but sensitive to high heat and harsh chemicals. Unlike synthetic fabrics, linen benefits from gentle care and rewards you with longevity, comfort, and a unique texture that improves over time.

 

Proper care helps:

• Maintain the fabric’s shape
• Prevent unnecessary shrinkage
• Preserve color and softness
• Extend the life of your garment

How to Wash Linen Clothing

 

Linen should always be washed gently.

Best practices for washing linen:

• Wash at 30°C (cold or gentle cycle)
• Use a mild detergent
• Wash with similar colors
• Turn garments inside out
• Avoid bleach and harsh chemicals

Hand washing is also suitable, especially for delicate or handmade pieces.

 

How to Dry Linen Properly

 

Air drying is the best option for linen.

• Gently reshape the garment after washing
• Hang or lay flat to dry
• Avoid tumble drying, as high heat can weaken fibers and cause shrinkage

 

Linen dries quickly, making air drying both easy and eco-friendly.

 

How to Iron Linen (or Embrace the Wrinkles)

 

Wrinkles are part of linen’s natural charm, but if you prefer a smoother look:

 

• Iron while the fabric is slightly damp
• Use a medium to high heat (linen setting)
• Steam ironing works especially well

 

If you love a relaxed, lived-in look, linen looks beautiful even without ironing.

 

Does Linen Shrink?

 

All quality linen is usually pre-washed, but natural fibers can still shrink slightly if exposed to high heat.

To minimize shrinkage:

• Avoid hot water
• Never tumble dry
• Follow care instructions carefully

 

How to Store Linen Clothing

 

Proper storage keeps linen fresh and breathable.

 

• Store in a cool, dry place
• Avoid plastic bags
• Fold neatly or hang on padded hangers

 

Linen needs air circulation to stay at its best.

 

Linen Gets Better With Time

 

One of the most beautiful qualities of linen is that it softens with every wash. Small creases, texture changes, and natural imperfections are signs of authenticity — making each piece uniquely yours.

Caring for linen is simple, intentional, and rewarding — just like slow fashion itself.

 

Final Thoughts

 

Linen is a fabric made to be worn, loved, and lived in. With gentle care, your linen garments will remain timeless staples in your wardrobe for many years.

 

If you ever have questions about caring for your linen pieces, feel free to contact us — we’re always happy to help.