Making Your Jeans Last Long

Studies show that some women attach a bit of sentimental value to their jeans. In fact, two million average British women keep and use their favorite pair of jeans for up to 40 years. Holding on to a piece of clothing for such a long period of time means utmost care is given to it in order to preserve its material. Therefore, one must know how to wash it properly in order to avoid damages and discoloration.



Popular belief says that spinning denims in a washing machine can break cotton fibers. However, denims are not at all sensitive to spinning; it actually needs a lot of spinning for its thick fibers to be thoroughly cleaned. The important thing to remember when washing jeans in is to separate heavily-dyed (darker color) jeans from faded, light-colored ones as to prevent discoloration.



Before placing your jeans into the washing machine, empty all its pockets to prevent machine damage. Doing this can also prevent heavily-colored candy wrappers and papers (which you might have left in your pockets) from staining your jeans during the washing. After this, turn your jeans inside-out, then drop it into the washing machine filled with water and a denim-friendly detergent. Set the washing mode to "delicate cycle".



Some designer women’s jeans have tags in the inner portion; these tags specify the manufacturer’s recommended washing directions. If you want your jeans to be softer the next time you wear it, you can add a denim-friendly fabric softener during the spinning process. Use a fabric softener dispenser in pouring the chemical to your washing machine. Otherwise, draining it directly to the wash water may cause discoloration.



After the wash cycle has been completed, remove the jeans promptly. Hang the jeans right side out by the waist on the pants hanger. Let it hang down on a clothes rack to air-dry. Air-drying of designer women’s jeans is recommended instead of using an electronic air-dryer. However, if you are in a hurry and you need your jeans to dry faster, set the dryer in its lowest temperature to avoid damaging the jeans’ fabric.



Knowing how to wash denims and designer women’s jeans is important in making it last for a long time. This will not only spare you from buying a new pair, but it will also help you preserve your favorite apparel for 40 years or more.