The care labels on JANICE clothing provide guidance on how best to care for the garment in question. At JANICE, we attach a care label to every garment. Follow JANICE’s care instructions, and you’ll enjoy your garment for a long time.
Every type of fabric has its own care instructions. You can’t wash a wool sweater the same way you wash a pair of jeans, or you’ll end up with a crop top. That’s why all JANICE textiles come with care labels featuring symbols that explain the temperature and wash cycle you should use, or whether you should take it to the dry cleaner instead. These symbols on care labels all have different meanings.
Some care symbol icons are designed to be understandable to everyone. A pictogram of a washing tub with a temperature inside indicates the maximum temperature at which the item may be washed; an iron indicates that it may be ironed. But sometimes the meaning of the icon isn’t very clear, which is why we’ve provided this explanation.
The care labels on JANICE clothing indicate which wash cycle and temperature to use for washing the garment, whether it can be bleached, whether it can be tumble dried, at what temperature it can be ironed, and whether it can only be dry-cleaned. The care label symbols are therefore divided into the categories of washing, bleaching, tumble drying (in Belgium: dryer symbol), ironing, and dry cleaning.
Not everything you need to know about washing is represented by a symbol. For example, there is no “do not spin” symbol or “no fabric softener” symbol. This information is usually provided in text on the care label. Tip: so don’t cut the label out of your clothes right after purchase—take a good look at what it says! The care instructions on Janice’s clothing provide the best advice!
Washing tub: The washing tub symbol means you can wash the fabric on a standard cycle. Standard cycles also include Eco cycles, economy cycles, and half-load cycles. The temperature in the washing tub indicates the maximum temperature at which you can wash the fabric. Washing at a lower temperature is always allowed. If the washing tub has a cross through it, the fabric must not be washed (not even by hand). Such clothing must be taken to the dry cleaner.
Washing machine with one bar: A washing machine with one bar underneath indicates washing with an anti-wrinkle program. Anti-wrinkle programs are intended for clothing made of synthetic fibers or wrinkle-resistant fibers and are also suitable for delicate items. During an anti-wrinkle cycle, laundry is washed and/or spun more gently. Sometimes steam is used to reduce wrinkles. In this case, you may load the machine to a maximum of half capacity. Here too, the temperature in the washing tub indicates the maximum temperature at which you can wash the fabric. Washing at a lower temperature is, of course, possible.
Washing tub with a dashed line: A washing tub with a dashed line is the symbol for the wool wash cycle, which is allowed at a maximum of 30 or 40 degrees. This symbol is found on woolen clothing and clothing that is partly made of wool. Always use a special wool detergent for wool and load the drum to no more than a quarter of the maximum weight.
Washtub with a hand:
This symbol indicates a quick hand wash, meaning you should not soak the fabric and must wash it by hand. Some washing machines have a special hand wash cycle. You’ll find this symbol on delicate items like lingerie and silk, and often on woolen garments as well. Here’s how to hand wash: dissolve some delicate or wool detergent in lukewarm water, submerge the garment, and gently massage the soapy water through it.
Then rinse the garment in clean water. In the case of wool, it is important to rinse with water at the same temperature as the wash water. Wool is sensitive to cold water and can shrink. Wrap the garment in a bath towel and gently squeeze out the moisture. Let wool dry flat to prevent distortion.
Bleaching symbols: An empty triangle symbol indicates that the garment can be bleached with any bleach, such as chlorine bleach. A triangle with diagonal stripes indicates that you can wash this garment with an oxygen bleach. Oxygen bleach is often added to white laundry detergents, but you can also add it separately in the form of oxygen bleach powder or gel. If there is a cross through the triangle, the fabric must not be bleached. You must wash the garment with a detergent for whites or colors that does not contain (oxygen) bleach.
Symbols for tumble drying: The dryer is represented by a square with a circle inside. The dots in the circle indicate the temperature at which the laundry may be dried: one dot for low and two dots for high temperature. Heat-sensitive fabrics can shrink in the dryer and therefore have a symbol with one dot. If there is a cross through the symbol, the item should not be put in the dryer.
Symbols for ironing: The dots in the iron refer to the settings on your iron’s control knob. Three dots for high heat, two dots for medium heat, one dot for low heat, and a cross for do not iron.
Symbols for dry cleaning: You’ll always see a circle with a letter inside in combination with the “do not wash” symbol. This means you must have the garment dry cleaned. The letters are intended for the dry cleaner; they indicate which solvent can be used. The only important symbol for you is a circle with a cross through it. This means: do not dry clean (so do not take it to the dry cleaner) and use stain removers with caution.
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Viscose is a fabric that belongs to the synthetic category. The fabric is a combination of wood cellulose and cotton and is a plant-based artificial fiber. Viscose is a beautiful, soft fabric that also deserves gentle care. Generally speaking, it can be washed in the same way as cotton. Janice.nl provides you with the exact washing instructions for viscose.
You’ll always find a care label with washing instructions on Janice viscose clothing. It’s important to check these care instructions first when you’re about to wash your garment. Since the fabric may bleed color the first time, it’s wise to wash it alone in the washing machine for the first wash, so it doesn’t stain other clothes. Additionally, it’s recommended not to use detergent containing bleach.
Viscose also shrinks quite quickly, so it is not advisable to wash it at high temperatures. Wash viscose at a maximum of 30 degrees to prevent the garment from changing size. Also, do not use the dryer, as this can cause your clothing to shrink. It is best to wash viscose on a short cycle and let it dry flat after washing to prevent wrinkles and shrinkage.
Never iron viscose on a high heat setting; use the medium setting at most. It’s best to iron the fabric inside out, also known as “left side out.” If you iron the fabric on the other side, the heat from the iron won’t cause the color to fade.
Washing Instructions for Japanese Denim
1. First Wash – Vinegar Soak
Tip: This slows down fading, but does not prevent it completely.
Second and subsequent washes
General Care
Silk is an incredibly luxurious fabric. As beautiful as it is, you must care for silk very carefully. It’s best to wash it by hand. We’ve compiled the best tips to give your silk garments special care. All Janice silk garments come with a care label featuring washing instructions. Follow them to enjoy your silk garments for years to come.
Almost always by hand. As easy as it is to throw your clothes in the washing machine, don’t do that with silk—unless you have a special washing machine with a luxury silk cycle. This luxurious fabric requires extra care, so prepare a bath of lukewarm water and use a special silk detergent.
Do not wash your silk garment with other clothes; wash it separately. Throwing all your clothes together during the wash cycle is disastrous. With this fabric, you must not do this. Wash each garment separately, because no two items are the same.
Do not use synthetic products. Stain removers, fabric softeners, or bleach: these are the enemies of this fabric. Avoid all kinds of fragrances or colorants and wash as naturally as possible. Start with lukewarm water and finish with cold water for the best results.
Stains on silk? How do you wash a silk dress, silk scarf, silk skirt, or silk blouse with a large stain on it? Above all, do not scrub or rub, but blot the stain dry. How do you prevent a stain on silk fabric? Avoid alcohol and deodorant. Be extra careful when wearing silk clothing.
Dry silk gently. Never wring out the fabric, as this damages the fibers. So how do you let your silk garment air dry? Gently squeeze out the excess water so it’s no longer soaking wet, then roll it in a dry towel. After a few minutes, hang it on a hanger to dry (say goodbye to wrinkles!). A well-ventilated space is essential, so on warm days, hang it on the clothesline outside.
Ironing silk.
A steamer is ideal. Hang the silk garment on a hanger and steam it while it’s hanging. A good steamer removes wrinkles from the garment at a distance of 5–10 cm. If you still want to iron, do the following:
take your garment off the hanger when it’s almost dry.
Iron the item while it’s still slightly damp, but don’t spray it wet, as that will cause stains.
Follow the silk care instructions on Janice’s clothing for long-lasting enjoyment.
Wool needs to be washed less often than synthetic or plant-based fibers due to its natural resistance to bacteria. Wool has self-cleaning properties, and a great way to “wash” your woolen clothing is by hanging it outside in humid weather. Wool contains lanolin, a natural fat. When lanolin comes into contact with moisture, a natural soaping process occurs. Janice’s wool care instructions explain how to care for our clothing.
Merino wool has antibacterial properties, allowing it to be worn for several days without developing an odor. This is possible because wool has the ability to absorb moisture and due to the rough, negatively charged surface of wool fibers. Bacteria that cause odors thrive on smooth, positively charged surfaces, such as synthetic fibers.
Of course, it’s nice when your alpaca wool scarf or throw smells fresh again. But sometimes simply airing out the wool can be enough to freshen it up. If you do want to wash your Baby Alpaca wool, an added bonus is that washing alpaca wool is very easy. You can do this by hand or in the washing machine. Here are a few tips for the best results
Hand washing baby alpaca:
1. Use a mild detergent or a special wool detergent.
2. Use plenty of water while washing.
3. Wash the item gently; do not rub.
Machine washing baby alpaca
:
1. Use a mild detergent or a special wool detergent.
2. If necessary, place the scarf or throw in a protective cover before putting it in the washing machine.
3. Wash at 30 degrees and spin at low speed.
Drying baby alpaca
:
1. Do not put the alpaca wool scarf or throw in the dryer.
2. Avoid leaving excess water in the fabric, as this will cause it to smell less fresh.
3. Do not dry on a radiator or other heat source.
4. Lay flat to dry for best results.
Many washing machines have a “cashmere” setting—ours does too. I never use it. I always hand-wash cashmere.
Most hand wash detergents aren’t suitable for wool and silk: this is printed in tiny letters on the back of the package. So it’s important to find the right detergent. Too much fabric softener, fragrance, and chlorine-based ingredients are bad for cashmere.
Wash your cashmere garments separately from each other, in a separate basin.
I fill the basin with lukewarm water and detergent, then add a sweater, cardigan, dress, scarf, or poncho. Let it soak overnight so it can soften properly. Rinse it thoroughly in the morning.
Most wool products specify that they should be hand-washed. However, modern washing machines have good wool wash cycles. Note: 30°C wash cycles and delicate wash cycles are not suitable for wool; it must be a separate wool wash cycle.
If you wash in the machine, the product may shrink slightly; this varies by washing machine. If you know your own machine well, you’ll know whether you need to buy the product a size larger or not. But it really only works with a special wool wash cycle.
Use a special wool detergent for wool (not Biotex: the enzymes in Biotex break down proteins). If you wash by hand, the following is very important: wool shrinks (due to felting) because of temperature differences and friction. So if you wash the wool in lukewarm soapy water (max 30°C), you must also rinse it in lukewarm water!
Do not wring out the wool; instead, gently squeeze it out and/or roll it dry in a towel. After washing, gently reshape the garment and let it dry flat (on a towel) for the best results.
Many garments are made of cotton. This is a natural fiber that is durable and very easy to wash. Additionally, it is a moisture-absorbing material, has only a slight tendency to develop static electricity, and is relatively inexpensive. So there are plenty of reasons to buy cotton garments. However, the main drawback of washing cotton clothes is that they wrinkle easily. It is therefore important to wash cotton clothes in a specific way. Here, we explain the best washing instructions for JANICE cotton clothing.
The first time you wash a cotton garment, there is a chance it will bleed color. To prevent the cotton from bleeding onto other clothes, it is recommended to wash cotton fabrics separately for the first few washes. Make sure the temperature of your washing machine does not exceed 40 degrees, because cotton can shrink when washed for the first time. Below 40 degrees, you are in the so-called “safe zone.” For white cotton clothing, however, it is actually recommended to wash at temperatures above 40 degrees, as this is the best way to remove stains from the fabric. Do not use detergent containing bleach, as this is not good for cotton.
Another tip for cotton clothing is to turn it inside out before putting it in the washing machine. This is the best way to prevent the fabric from wearing out and the outer surface from fading. Do the same when you put your cotton in the dryer. Make sure not to set the dryer temperature too high when drying, for the same reason. However, if you let your laundry air dry by hanging it up, choose a spot out of direct sunlight, as cotton can fade in the sun. We always prefer a drying rack over a dryer.
Always iron your cotton from the inside out; turn the fabric inside out. The heat setting on your iron should not be too high. If you do set it too high and don’t turn the fabric inside out, you may end up with color differences and ironing marks.
Many clothes are made from synthetic fabrics. These synthetic fabrics have a negative connotation, even though they are actually excellent materials for making clothing. Moreover, synthetic fabrics are the easiest to clean in the washing machine. The following synthetic fabrics exist: viscose, acrylic, polyester, spandex, and nylon. They all have different washing instructions, but generally speaking, synthetic fabrics shouldn’t be washed when they’re very dirty, because dirt adheres quickly to these fabrics. It is best to wash synthetic fabrics regularly at a moderate temperature, rinse them thoroughly, and hang them up while still wet.
We’ll now take a closer look at the washing instructions for synthetic fabrics, because as mentioned, each type has different care instructions. Check the care label on the garment to see which synthetic fabrics it contains. Follow the washing instructions for JANICE’s synthetic clothing.
Another synthetic material is acrylic, a fabric that closely resembles wool. Just like viscose, it’s important not to wash this fabric at too high a temperature. Acrylic isn’t even heat-resistant, so it should be washed at a lukewarm temperature. Some caution is also advised when ironing. Just like viscose, let it dry flat and avoid the dryer.
Nylon is a beautiful, water-repellent fabric that retains its shape and doesn’t wrinkle. Just like with viscose, it’s recommended not to wash it at temperatures higher than 40 degrees, as it may shrink otherwise. The dryer isn’t necessary, because nylon dries very quickly on its own.
Polyester is a soft, lightweight fabric that is very durable and retains its shape. It is recommended to wash polyester at 40 degrees, after which it will dry fairly quickly and does not require ironing. If you do want to iron it, it is recommended to set the iron to a low temperature.
The final synthetic fabric is spandex, which is very elastic yet retains its shape. To care for spandex properly, wash and iron it at a moderate temperature and strictly follow the care instructions on the label.
Janice is very clear about leather clothing: take it to the dry cleaner and have a specialist look at it. Of course, with a smooth leather garment, you can wipe off a stain with a damp cloth without using any cleaning agents. But when it comes to suede, nubuck, or any other leather garment with open pores on the surface, the advice is definitely to go to the dry cleaner.
To preserve the material, color, and fit, we always recommend taking your women’s suits, blazers, and coats to the dry cleaner. These garments do not need to be washed often. Air them out for a night after a party, and that may be enough. But if signs of wear are visible, take them to the dry cleaner. There, they can recommend the best program based on your care label.
We hope that all the care instructions attached to JANICE clothing will help you care for your exclusive garments properly.
