Preparing Your Winter Wardrobe For Storage

For those of us here in the North East, the mild winter weather may have you ready to start to transition to your Spring wardrobe! Use these tips to reduce time and spending on caring for your Winter wardrobe and be sure to treat it with love before you pack it away in storage.

• Make sure your clothes are clean before hanging up or packing away for storage. Bugs and moths that come inside during colder months are attracted to food, perspiration and soil on your clothes. 
• Avoid storing leathers and suedes in closed plastic bags or in damp places to avoid mold and fabric deterioration.
• Allow furs more room to breath by storing in a spare closet that is less crowded.
• For festive and special occasion garments with beading, turn garment inside before hanging in closet or storing to protect any beads from getting pulled off or other garments getting pulls.
• Always fold your sweaters, never hang. Keep light and dark knits separate to avoid lint from grabbing on to one another, or layer with tissue paper. 
• Read care instructions for special velvet and silk garments. Be mindful of deodorant on these fabrics which may cause permanent staining. 

Need  help with a closet clearing or seasonal transition? Contact Chica Guapa today!