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Who loves sweater weather as much we do here at BB?
The temperature dropping a few degrees is the perfect excuse to pull out our favorite wool sweaters, throw on a scarf and wear our brand spanking new leather boots - watch out world, we’ve got our sassy pants on!
Wool is great at regulating body temperature as it absorbs moisture to produce heat and keep you warm in the cold and evacuates it when you get inside. No need to be a pro skier to swear by merino wool base layers to stay nice and dry!
Wool will keep you smelling like a rose, especially compared to synthetic fabrics. It absorbs odors only to release them in the wash. Genius.
Sheep grow a fresh fleece every year to protect them against colder weather making wool a renewable fiber. It is also biodegradable, as it decomposes into the soil in a matter of months.
Wool is great at regulating body temperature as it absorbs moisture to produce heat and keep you warm in the cold and evacuates it when you get inside. No need to be a pro skier to swear by merino wool base layers to stay nice and dry!
Wool will keep you smelling like a rose, especially compared to synthetic fabrics. It absorbs odours only to release them in the wash. Genius.
Sheep grow a fresh fleece every year to protect them against colder weather making wool a renewable fibre. It is also biodegradable, as it decomposes into the soil in a matter of months.
Wool is known for its durability - if you’ve been thinking “I feel like I’ve owned this sweater for 20 years” chances are you probably have!
No, water won’t ruin wool as its surface is naturally water repellent. It’s also amazingly water absorbent which means that you won’t feel wet or cold if you get caught in the rain!
Wool tends to shrink when washed in hot water or dried on high heat, so avoid both at all cost and follow the care instructions below.
While you should always refer to your garment’s individual care label as different yarns mean different care instructions, here are some helpful guidelines to keep your wool sweaters looking fresh.
How do you wash wool sweaters?
When it comes to caring for your wool garments, hand washing should be the general rule unless your care label gives you permission to machine wash (if so, time to buy that lotto ticket!).
Turn your wool garment inside out, fill your sink with cold to lukewarm water and add a small amount of detergent - ideally one formulated specifically for wool and cashmere. Soak the garment for a few minutes, swish it around a few times and rinse until the water runs clear.
If you can machine wash, use the gentle or wool cycle if yours has that option and put your sweaters in a laundry bag to avoid any snags.
Now - don’t you dare put that wool sweater in the dryer! Roll it in a clean towel to soak up excess water and lay it flat to dry in the shade. Patience is a virtue.
How do you freshen a wool sweater?
If you want to freshen up your sweater between washes and keep them looking nice longer, simply leave them out overnight - yup, even our clothes need a bit of fresh air from time to time.
Steaming is also a good way to remove odors and get creases out, just hang up your sweater on the towel rack in the bathroom while you shower.
Hot Tip: wearing a breathable undershirt from our basics range will give you more wear time between washes.
Can you restore a shrunken wool sweater?
Dry your tears my dear! Believe it or not, there’s still hope if your partner threw your favorite sweater in the dryer and it came out looking two sizes smaller (hope for the sweater that is...).
Fill your sink with lukewarm water and a cap full of wool detergent or baby shampoo and let your sweater soak in the solution from 10 to 15 minutes to relax the fibers.
Drain the sink and take your sweater out, gently squeezing out excess water (do not rinse it in clean water) by rolling it in a clean towel. Lay out the damp sweater on a fresh towel and very gently stretch it out to its original size before letting it air dry.
Can you iron wool sweaters?
Again, refer to the care label, but most of the time it’s a big no-no. Wool doesn’t wrinkle much but, if that’s the case, using a steamer is a better idea.
How to store wool sweaters?
You should be neatly (or not so neatly) folding your wool sweaters rather than hanging them up, as the latter could cause them to stretch or take on a weird shape.
If you live in a warmer climate and don’t need your wool sweaters taking up all the space in your wardrobe you may wish to pack them away at the end of the season to make space for your kaftans! If so, give them a final wash and fold them away in breathable cotton bags to keep moisture and clothes moths at bay.
