Complete Guide to Wedding Dress Washing and Care

Maintenance MethodsWedding DressBefore and After the Wedding

The wedding dress requires very delicate care. Many individuals rent this dress, and in such cases, it must be returned, so it should be well cared for not only during the ceremony but also afterward. In this section of the fashion worldSelmaDermaWe will explain how to maintain your wedding dress before, after, and during the ceremony.

Wedding Dress CareBefore the Ceremony

Transport:

It is best to place the wedding dress in a special box in the back seat of the car. Ensure there is enough space for the dress and be careful that it is not tightly confined, which could create pressure on it.

Hanging:

Hanging this dress should be done very carefully. You may hang it behind a door, but ideally, keep it inside a compartment or bag to avoid exposure to dirt and dust. Never hang it from a ceiling fan or hanging light fixtures as this could cause burns or tears in the fabric.

Only Iron When Necessary:

Also, consider that the fabric can withstand steam. If you cannot steam it yourself, definitely have it done by a trusted expert, making sure to set the iron to a low temperature.

Wedding Dress Maintenance on the Day of the Ceremony

1. Before putting on the dress, apply any perfume or hair spray to avoid it staining your dress later. Also, be careful not to get any marks while wearing it.
2. After putting on your dress, ask your bridesmaids to bring your shoes.
3. If you must apply any spray or perfume after putting on the dress, definitely place a towel or clean cloth over your dress.
4. Dry any stains on the dress with a hairdryer and towel, or you can gently iron a bit over the damp stains.
5. Try to avoid having excess makeup on your face, and wait until the foundation, powder,Lipstickand makeup have settled a bit before putting on the dress. If any makeup touches your dress, wait 15 minutes before cleaning it off.
6. Never clean drink stains with water, as it will spread the drink’s color. Use the same method with the hairdryer and towel.
7. You can remove small blood stains with a bit of your saliva. Saliva contains enzymes that can help whiten and dry out a small stain, provided it is very minor.
8. If part of your dress tears, ask your bridesmaids to hold it for you while walking.

Wedding Dress Maintenance After the Ceremony

• Hang the dress again as we’ve discussed or quickly put it into a special bag.
• If you purchased the dress, do not leave it in a plastic bag or wardrobe for too long, as this can cause it to smell bad and the color to turn from white to yellow.
• If any stains remain, clean them that very night and do not let them sit for long.
• Store the dress in a place with a stable and balanced temperature. It is usually suitable under the bed or in a wardrobe, and never place it in an attic or basement.

Essential Items to Bring on Your Wedding Day

• Baby powder
• Needle and thread
• Pin
• A clean, white towel

Important Tips for Silk Wedding Dresses

• Be cautious of extreme temperature changes in places like the basement or attic, and keep the dress away from such locations.
• Do not expose them directly tosunlight.Avoid excessive compression. Silk dresses crease easily, but if you hang them, they can naturally recover from wrinkles. For heavier silks, you can also use an iron.
• How to Treat Stains on Different Parts of the Wedding Dress

First locate the dirty spots

Inspect the wedding dress thoroughly, especially the skirt, for stained areas because often the train of the wedding dress trails on the ground while the bride moves. Also, check the various layers of the dress like the skirt lining for any stains that need to be found and cleaned.

Try an appropriate detergent

Select a detergent that does not damage the dress fabric for stain cleaning and washing at home. After choosing this detergent, test it on a small part of the stained area before using it on the entire dress.

Use a paper towel for assistance

When separating different layers of the dress, use a clean paper towel to place underneath the stained area so the stains do not transfer to other layers of the wedding dress, then proceed to clean the stain.

Clean stains with a cleaner

To avoid damage to the fabric texture and maintain its original shape, do not rub the cleaner directly onto the fabric. Instead, dampen a clean white towel with the cleaning solution and dab it onto the stain. Repeat until the stain is fully removed.

Dry the stained area

Use a hairdryer to dry the area where you cleaned the stain, and never leave the dress exposed to open air, as moisture can cause rings to form as it dries.

How to remove stains from the bodice of the wedding dress

To clean stains from the bodice of the wedding dress, mix some water and detergent and spray the solution onto the stained area, then gently brush the stain with a toothbrush.

Note:

If the stains do not come out with the methods mentioned above, use a strong cleaner. Mix some of the cleaning solution with water and soak the stained parts of the dress in it, but test this cleaner first to ensure it won’t damage the fabric.

Tips for Removing Stains from Silk Wedding Dresses

Avoid using strong cleaners, as they can damage the silk texture and ruin its properties.

1. Old sweat stains maintain their acidic properties. Mix one tablespoon of
2. vinegarwith one cup of water, then add some alcohol and baby shampoo, apply it to the sweaty stained area, and use a hairdryer for drying.For blood stains that saliva cannot handle, use one part of hydrogen peroxide to nine parts of water. You can now use a hairdryer with a towel to remove the remaining stains. It’s best to place a towel beneath the fabric while working to prevent the stain from spreading.
3. Remove lipstick stains with three tablespoons of alcohol and three drops of baby shampoo. It’s best to do this as quickly as possible after the stain occurs.
4. Clean perfume stains with a sponge that is half soaked in hydrogen peroxide and half in water, then use a hairdryer to dry it.
5. How to Wash a Wedding Dress in a Tub

After treating stains on the wedding dress, place it in a tub filled with

warm waterto help remove any detergents used for stain removal from the fabric. Do not scrub it; just dip it in and out of the water a few times.Drying the Wedding Dress After Washing

To dry the wedding dress after taking it out of the tub, lay it flat on a towel, ensuring that its weight is evenly distributed on both sides, but never hang the wedding dress on a line to dry as it will become heavy when wet, ruining its firmness.

Once you’ve laid the dress flat and it has absorbed some water and feels lighter, hang it for a few hours to maintain its appearance and reduce wrinkling.

Ironing the Wedding Dress

After washing the wedding dress at home and drying it, proceed to iron it. For ironing:

Place a clean cloth under the ironing board.

To prevent damage from the iron, lay a cotton cloth over the dress and press with the iron so the wedding dress does not burn and does not acquire yellow marks from the heat.

Important Tips for Proper Wedding Dress Care

Wash stains off the dress as quickly as possible, as stains become harder to remove the longer they sit on the fabric.

1. Take your wedding dress to a dry cleaner that specializes in formal wear.
2. If your dress gets torn or damaged, take it to a tailor for repairs.
3. Before washing the dress, inform the cleaner about all stains and decorations on your dress.
4. Pay attention to the labels on the dress, as different fabrics require different care methods.
5. After washing and drying, place your dress in a special clothing box.
6. Annually take your dress out of the special box to air it out and prevent mildew.
7. Store your dress in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight.
8. Hanging the Wedding Dress