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Washing Your Tees & Tanks
Start with your Sierra and Rhia English Classic T-Shirt. It's made of 100% ring-spun cotton, pre-shrunk, so it won't shrink much, but you still need to treat it right.
- Turn it inside out. This protects the print from friction.
- Cold water only. Hot water fades colors and can weaken fibers.
- Gentle cycle. Use a mild detergent - skip the bleach or fabric softener (they break down cotton).
- Similar wash. Wash with like colors to prevent dye transfer.
Same goes for the Sierra and Rhia English Tank Top ($19.99) - it's lightweight, so delicate cycle is best.
Hoodie & Polo Care
The Sierra and Rhia English Premium Hoodie ($49.99) is a heavier piece. Wash it inside out on cold, gentle cycle. Avoid high spin speeds - it can stretch the fabric. For the Sierra and Rhia English Polo Shirt ($34.99), button it up before washing to keep the collar crisp.
Drying: The Golden Rule
Air dry if you can. Lay your tees and tanks flat on a drying rack. Hoodies can go on a hanger. The dryer is fine on low heat, but high heat is enemy number one - it causes shrinkage and fades prints. If you must tumble dry, use the lowest setting and remove while slightly damp.
Storing Your Collection
Fold your tees and tanks to avoid stretching the necks. Hang hoodies and polos on padded hangers. Keep them out of direct sunlight to prevent fading. And if you've got multiple pieces from Sierra and Rhia English's t-shirt collection, stack them neatly so the prints don't rub against each other.
Dealing with Stains
Act fast. Blot (don't rub) the stain with cold water. Apply a small amount of gentle detergent directly, let sit for 10 minutes, then wash cold. For oil-based stains, use a bit of dish soap before washing.
Print Longevity
The prints on your Sierra and Rhia English gear are high-quality, but they'll last longer if you follow these rules: no ironing directly on the design (iron inside out), no bleach, and no dry cleaning. Simple as that.