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CARE & MATERIAL GUIDE

Caring for your Henne

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How to care

General tips:

Always check the care label. Before washing, drying or caring for your garment, refer to the care label for specific instructions. You can also find care information on the individual product pages on our website.

Wash only when necessary.
 Washing your clothing less frequently can help reduce wear and tear on the fabric, while also helping to preserve the colour, shape and finish of your garments for longer. If an item isn’t visibly soiled or stained, consider freshening it up between washes instead.

Air your garments. Hanging your clothes in a well-ventilated space can help release everyday odours and freshen them up without the need for a full wash. Allow garments to air fully before returning them to your wardrobe.

Steam to refresh. Steaming can help remove light creasing and refresh the appearance of your garments between washes. It can be a gentler alternative to repeated washing, helping to maintain the fabric and finish of your clothing.

Remove lint and surface fibres. Using a lint roller, lint brush or fabric shaver where appropriate can help remove lint, fuzz and surface fibres, keeping your garments looking clean, crisp and well cared for without needing to wash them.

Treat stains promptly. Where possible, address spills and stains as soon as they occur, following the care instructions for the garment. Spot cleaning a small area may help avoid unnecessary full washes.

If you have any additional questions about caring for a particular garment, please reach out to our Customer Care team for further assistance.

DENIM

Fabric Composition: Henne denim is made from 100% cotton twill, a durable fabric that can withstand regular machine washing. While washing denim is perfectly fine, washing it less frequently will extend its lifespan and reduce your environmental impact.

Extend Wear Between Washes: To reduce the frequency of washes, consider airing, steaming, or spot cleaning stains, which will help you get more wears out of your denim. Depending on how frequently you wear it, aim to wash every 4–6 weeks.

Turn Inside Out: Always turn your jeans inside out before washing to protect the fabric from fading and prevent snagging on other items.

Gentle Wash: Machine or hand wash in cold water using a gentle cycle. Cold water helps preserve the color and shape of the denim.

Wash with Similar Colours: To avoid colour transfer, wash denim with similar colours.

Drying: Lay denim flat to dry in the shade. Hang denim inside out, out of direct sunlight. Avoid draping it over a clothesline or drying rack, as this can cause uneven fading or lines in the fabric. Use pegs or a hanger to hang the garment and avoid pooling of dye. For a softer feel, steam or iron the garment inside out.

Handle Belt Loops with Care: Never pull your jeans up by the belt loops, as this can cause damage to the fabric.

Avoid Tumble Drying: Tumble drying can shrink and damage the fibres of your denim, so it's best to avoid it.

Skip Fabric Softener: Do not use fabric softeners, as they can negatively affect the denim’s texture and durability.

Spot Clean Stains: Treat stains immediately by gently cleaning the affected area with cool water and a small amount of detergent.

Deodorise Your Denim: Use denim-specific antibacterial sprays to prevent odour-causing bacteria. Alternatively, hang your denim inside out in a well-ventilated area (but not in direct sunlight) to freshen it up.

Cold Water Wash: Wash denim in cold water to prevent fading and shrinkage. Turning it inside out further helps protect the fabric.

Use Denim-Specific Detergents: While regular detergent works, using a denim-specific detergent (preferably chlorine-free) will help maintain the fabric's integrity.

MERINO WOOL & WOOL
  • Wash your knitwear by hand or on gentle cycle with like colours. 
  • Only use wool friendly detergents and avoid stain removers and bleach.
  • If you are hand washing, get rid of excess water by rolling your knit on a clean towel on flat surface and press gently to absorb the water.
  • Always store your knits folded.
  • Pilling of wool, especially cashmere & mohair is normal and is a natural reaction especially on any loosely/short spun yarns when the fibres are exposed to rubbing during wear. Pilling can be easily removed with a sweater comb or a pilling remover to extend the life time of your knitwear.
  • Do not wring.
  • Do not hang knitwear – it will distort the shape.
COTTON
  • Always refer to care label.
  • Pre-treat your cotton garments to remove stain spots or specific regions exposed to sweat and antiperspirant (armpits and neckline areas)
  • Wash in cold water, (30°C or below) whether using a washing machine or washing by hand and ensure colours are separated.
  • 100% Cotton clothes may shrink if put in the dryer on a high setting- always use a low setting. Most cotton blends should be able to survive a low setting drying cycle shrink free.
  • Do not mix cotton-coloured garments with white’s.
  • Do not use hot water as it may shrink the fibres.
  • Never use high heat in the dryer or use a very hot iron to remove wrinkles.
VISCOSE
  • Always refer to care label – some viscose and viscose blends should only be dry cleaned.
  • Select a delicate cycle on your washing machine and ensure water temperature is cold and spin is on low.
  • Lay the item flat in its natural shape on a drying rack.
  • Knit and knitwear items like our Argo Knit Top, Elke Top or Classic Racer Tank should be stored folded to prevent stretching or distorting.
  • If you find they've gotten a touch smaller, a warm steam (not iron) will bring them back to shape as viscose will grow with heat. If you don't have a steamer - place you iron a few inches from the fabric and spray the steam towards it.
  • Do not wring as it tends to break the fibres.
  • Never place viscose or viscose blend items in the dryer. Viscose will shrink.
POLYESTER
  • Always refer to care label. Different polyester and blends might require dry or spot cleaning.
  • Select a standard cycle on your washing machine. Opt for cool water. Polyester is heat sensitive and high temperatures can cause it to melt, shrink or deform.
  • To minimize the need for ironing, garments should be hung immediately after drying. 
  • Never use high heat in the dryer or use very hot iron to remove wrinkles.
ALT-LEATHER
  • Always refer to care label.
  • Spot clean with mild soap and water using a gentle cloth.
  • Freshen between cleaning using a clothing mist with antibacterial properties that can also remove odour.
  • Do not machine wash our Henne’s synthetic leather items as this will wear on the surface finish.
  • Do not tumble dry or iron.
  • Do not leave exposed to direct sunlight over long periods of time.
SUEDE EFFECT
  • Spot Clean Only: Always spot clean suede effect items rather than opting for dry cleaning, as this is essential to preserving the fabric’s softness and wearability.
  • Use the Right Product: Apply a gentle stain remover such as Vanish Oxi Action Spray or an equivalent.
  • Blot, Don’t Rub: After applying the stain remover, use a damp cloth to gently blot and remove the cleaner. Do not rub the fabric, as excessive pressure can cause damage.
  • Test Cleaning Products: Always test any cleaning or protective products on an inside seam or hidden area of the garment to ensure compatibility with the fabric before full application.
  • Use Caution with Protective Sprays: While water-repellent or cleaning sprays for leather are generally safe on synthetic suede, they may not be fully effective. Test carefully before use.
  • No Dry Cleaning: Never dry clean suede effect items. This can cause the fabric to stiffen, rendering the garment unwearable.
  • Avoid Heavy Products: Do not use heavy-duty stick stain removers, as they can be too harsh and may damage the suede.
  • No Rubbing: Avoid rubbing the fabric vigorously when removing stains, as this can ruin the surface texture and lead to noticeable damage.

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