How to take care of a silk scarf: care in four steps
Silk is tougher than many people think. With the right care, a silk scarf stays soft and colourful for years. Here is how to wash, dry, iron and store your silk scarf.
Hand-washing silk
Fill a basin with cold water.
Add a small amount of mild detergent for delicates.
Move the scarf gently through the water without rubbing.
Rinse it in clear, cold water.
Alternatively, take the scarf to a dry cleaner.
Drying
Do not wring the scarf and do not put it in the dryer. Lay it flat on a towel and let it dry lying flat, away from direct sunlight.
Ironing
Iron the scarf on the reverse side at a low temperature while it is still slightly damp. This protects the printed front.
Storing
Store the scarf away from sunlight, for example loosely folded in a drawer. This keeps the colours of the print bright for a long time.
Why care pays off
beyondSilk scarves are crêpe de Chine, 100 % silk, 100 × 100 cm, with a hand-rolled hem. They were printed in Mitlödi before the printing works closed at the end of 2023. There will be no reprint: well cared for, your scarf will stay with you for many years.
For ways to wear it, see how to style a silk scarf.
Frequently asked questions
How do you wash 100 % silk?
By hand in cold water with a mild detergent for delicates, without rubbing or wringing. Or at a dry cleaner.
Can you wash silk in the washing machine?
For beyondSilk scarves we recommend hand-washing in cold water or dry cleaning.
Which detergent is best for silk?
A mild detergent for delicates, in a small amount.
How do you dry a silk scarf?
Do not wring it and do not put it in the dryer. Let it dry lying flat, away from direct sunlight.
How do you iron silk?
On the reverse side, at a low temperature, while the scarf is still slightly damp.
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