Jeans are one of the essential clothing in our wardrobe and with creativity, you will see the versatility of this piece. There are however certain ways in which jeans are handled that will not make them last long. In this article are tips to make your jeans last longer.
1. Don’t wash your jeans too often
Do you want to ensure that your jeans last long? Ensure you don’t wash your jeans too often because frequent washing can ruin your jeans as they look more worn with each wash.
You should wash them as seldom as possible to preserve their shape, quality, and colour.
2. Hand wash your jeans
You should resist the urge to wash your jeans with your washing machine because exposure of the denim material your jeans are made of to the machine can affect the look and colour of the jeans as they begin to fade over time.
3. Technique is key
To elongate the lifespan of your jeans, you need to pay attention to the technique you use in washing them.
It is advisable that you wash your jeans inside out and not the other way round to prevent unnecessary dye loss and fading.
Likewise, you should consider washing your jeans with bar soap instead of using detergents as the latter may cause your jeans to fade faster.
Additionally, ensure you pay rapt attention to the care tag on your jeans as the fabric content determines how the jeans have to be washed.
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4. Spot clean your jeans
It is not in all cases that you need to wash your jeans. If it is just a case of a simple stain, you can do what is referred to as “spot cleaning”.
This involves removing the stains on your jeans by cleaning the affected spots with warm water, soap, and a clean cloth or a soft brush.
If the issue with your jeans is odours, you can get rid of the odour by airdrying in the open air rather than washing.
5. Store them properly
The final step in making your jeans last longer is to ensure that they are stored properly.
Do not just stack your jeans in a drawer, you can hang them by their belt loops in your closet. Doing this opens up the jeans so they can air out properly.
In all, if you really want your jeans to last longer, ensure you follow the above tips and I bet your jeans will look newer and you will enjoy them for a longer duration.
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