Lingerie Love: How to Care for Your Intimates So They Outlast Trends

A comprehensive guide to caring for delicate fabrics—from bralettes to corsets. There is more to lingerie than just a piece of clothing. Before you even look in the mirror, it’s the first thing that touches your skin and makes you feel better. It is an extension of who you are on the inside. Because of this, taking care of your lingerie is an act of self-love.

With the aid of this guidance, you can keep your favorite things soft, significant, and in shape for more than one season.

The Essentials: Foundational Care Tips
Before getting into the intricacies, keep in mind some general guidelines that apply to any lingerie:

• Steer clear of hot water. A temperature of 40°C (104°F) may be too severe.
• Avoid using fabric softeners, bleach, and powders. They degrade elasticity and fade colors.
• Don’t ever wring out underwear. It may shred lace, distort seams, and harm textiles.
• Don’t use the dryer. Elastic fibers are destroyed by high heat. Choose to let it air dry.
• Use a bag for washing lingerie. During machine cycles, it safeguards fragile objects.

Caring for Bras
Bras are often the most structured pieces in a lingerie wardrobe, and they require careful treatment. Although soft bras and bralettes may frequently be machine cleaned on a gentle cycle, hand washing is always safer. To avoid warping, only hand washing is recommended for underwired or molded cup bras. After washing, bras should be dried flat to maintain their form — never hung by the straps, which can stretch them out. It’s also important not to fold the cups inside each other, especially for molded designs. Instead, nest them properly to preserve the shape.

Daily Underwear
Despite their seeming simplicity, panties should be cleaned after each use because they are worn closest to the body. Cotton fabrics may usually be machine cleaned, however lace, silk, or mesh fabrics need to be hand washed to prevent ripping or elasticity loss. Use gentle, fragrance-free detergent to prevent irritation and preserve the fabric’s integrity. Avoid using an iron — even steam can distort elastic fibers.

Loungewear & Soft Layers
Soft shirts, shorts, and robes made of bamboo or modal may often be machine cleaned on a mild cycle, but it’s a good idea to turn clothing inside out to preserve delicate finishes. Drying should always be natural — either flat or on a padded hanger — and out of direct sunlight, which can fade colors or weaken fibers over time.

Care Summary Table

In conclusion, your care, your lingerie
Your love for yourself is demonstrated by each treasured piece of underwear and beautiful bra. You can prolong the life of your underwear and the everyday comfort it provides by taking care of it.

We make underwear that is worth keeping at Moonlit.

Proper care, in our opinion, is a habit that starts with self-appreciation rather than a task.

For more guides and tips from our designers and experts, follow Moonlit’s blog—and embrace your true self every morning.