Care Guide

Good care helps travel clothing keep its shape, color, comfort, and fit for longer. Always check the care label attached to the individual garment before washing, drying, ironing, steaming, or treating it. The garment’s care label takes priority over the general guidance below.

Before Washing

Before placing clothing in the wash:

  • Check the care label
  • Empty all pockets
  • Close zippers, buttons, hooks, and fastenings
  • Loosen drawstrings and removable belts
  • Turn printed, dark, or delicate garments inside out
  • Separate light, dark, and strongly colored items
  • Separate delicate fabrics from towels, denim, and rough materials
  • Place delicate garments in a laundry bag where appropriate
  • Remove detachable accessories when the product instructions allow it

Wash new dark or brightly colored clothing separately for the first few washes, as some color transfer may occur.

General Washing Guidance

Unless the care label states otherwise:

  • Use cold or cool water
  • Select a gentle or normal wash cycle
  • Use a mild detergent
  • Avoid excessive detergent
  • Do not use bleach
  • Avoid fabric softener on performance or quick-drying fabrics
  • Do not leave wet clothing sitting in the washing machine
  • Remove garments promptly after the cycle ends
  • Reshape clothing gently before drying

Cold or cool washing may help reduce fading, shrinkage, and unnecessary fabric wear.

Hand Washing

Hand washing may be suitable for delicate fabrics, lightweight garments, swimwear, and items with decorative details.

To hand wash:

  1. Fill a clean basin with cold or lukewarm water.
  2. Add a small amount of mild detergent.
  3. Gently move the garment through the water.
  4. Avoid aggressive rubbing, twisting, or scrubbing.
  5. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
  6. Press out excess water gently.
  7. Do not wring the garment.
  8. Reshape and dry according to the care label.

Machine Washing

When machine washing:

  • Use a laundry bag for delicate or lightweight clothing
  • Turn garments inside out
  • Avoid overloading the machine
  • Wash similar colors together
  • Keep clothing away from exposed hooks, sharp zippers, and rough hardware
  • Select a lower spin speed for delicate fabrics
  • Follow the care label’s recommended temperature

Clothing may become damaged when washed with heavy items such as towels, jeans, shoes, or bags.

Drying

Air drying is generally gentler on clothing than high-heat machine drying.

Unless the care label permits tumble drying:

  • Hang or lay the garment flat to dry
  • Dry in a well-ventilated area
  • Keep strong colors away from prolonged direct sunlight
  • Reshape the garment while damp
  • Avoid placing wet clothing directly on heaters
  • Do not store clothing until it is completely dry

High heat may cause:

  • Shrinkage
  • Fabric weakening
  • Color fading
  • Elastic damage
  • Print cracking
  • Changes in fit
  • Damage to fastenings or decorative details

When tumble drying is allowed, use the lowest suitable heat setting and remove clothing promptly.

Ironing and Steaming

Check the care label before applying heat.

When ironing:

  • Begin with the lowest suitable temperature
  • Iron the garment inside out where appropriate
  • Use a pressing cloth for delicate fabrics, prints, or decorative details
  • Keep the iron away from elastic, coatings, logos, and heat-sensitive trims
  • Do not leave the iron in one place for too long

When steaming:

  • Keep the steamer a safe distance from the fabric
  • Test a small, hidden area first
  • Avoid over-steaming delicate, coated, or stretch fabrics
  • Allow the garment to dry before wearing or packing

Some fabrics should not be ironed or steamed. Follow the individual care label.

Removing Travel Creases

Temporary creases may occur when clothing is folded or compressed inside packaging or luggage.

To reduce creasing:

  • Hang the garment after unpacking
  • Smooth the fabric gently by hand
  • Hang it in a ventilated room
  • Use a steamer only when permitted
  • Iron at the recommended temperature
  • Place the garment in a steamy bathroom for a short period, away from direct water

Do not apply high heat without checking the care label.

Treating Stains

Treat stains as soon as reasonably possible.

General steps:

  1. Blot excess liquid gently.
  2. Do not rub the stain aggressively.
  3. Rinse with cold water where appropriate.
  4. Apply a small amount of mild stain treatment.
  5. Test the treatment on a hidden area first.
  6. Wash according to the care label.
  7. Confirm the stain is gone before applying heat.

Heat may set some stains permanently.

Avoid using bleach, harsh solvents, or strong stain removers unless the care label specifically permits them.

Care by Fabric Type

Cotton

Cotton is comfortable and breathable but may shrink or wrinkle when exposed to high heat.

Recommended care:

  • Wash in cold or cool water
  • Wash similar colors together
  • Use mild detergent
  • Air dry where possible
  • Use low or medium heat only when permitted
  • Reshape while damp
  • Iron according to the care label

Linen and Linen Blends

Linen naturally develops wrinkles and may soften with use and washing.

Recommended care:

  • Use cold or lukewarm water
  • Select a gentle cycle
  • Avoid bleach
  • Do not overload the washing machine
  • Remove promptly after washing
  • Air dry or use low heat when permitted
  • Iron or steam while slightly damp if the care label allows

Natural creasing is part of linen’s appearance and is not normally considered a defect.

Polyester and Polyester Blends

Polyester is generally easy to care for but can be affected by excessive heat.

Recommended care:

  • Wash in cold or cool water
  • Use a gentle or normal cycle
  • Avoid high-temperature washing
  • Air dry or tumble dry on low heat when permitted
  • Use a low ironing temperature
  • Avoid applying direct heat to prints or coatings

Nylon

Nylon is lightweight and may dry quickly, but high heat can damage the fibers.

Recommended care:

  • Wash in cold water
  • Use mild detergent
  • Select a gentle cycle
  • Avoid bleach
  • Air dry away from strong heat
  • Do not use a hot iron
  • Avoid rough surfaces that may cause snagging

Viscose and Rayon

Viscose and rayon may become more delicate when wet and may shrink or lose shape if handled incorrectly.

Recommended care:

  • Follow the care label closely
  • Hand wash or use a delicate cycle when permitted
  • Use cold water
  • Avoid twisting or wringing
  • Reshape gently while damp
  • Lay flat or hang carefully to dry
  • Use low heat when ironing, if permitted

Spandex and Stretch Blends

Elastic fibers can be damaged by heat, bleach, and harsh chemicals.

Recommended care:

  • Wash in cold water
  • Use mild detergent
  • Avoid bleach
  • Avoid fabric softener where possible
  • Air dry
  • Do not use high dryer heat
  • Do not iron elastic areas directly

Wool and Wool Blends

Wool requires gentle handling and may shrink or felt when exposed to heat or agitation.

Recommended care:

  • Follow the care label
  • Use a wool or delicate cycle only when permitted
  • Use cold water and wool-safe detergent
  • Avoid twisting or wringing
  • Reshape and lay flat to dry
  • Store only when completely dry

Some wool garments may require professional cleaning.

Swimwear Care

Where applicable, rinse swimwear in cool fresh water as soon as possible after exposure to:

  • Salt water
  • Chlorine
  • Sunscreen
  • Body oils
  • Sand

To care for swimwear:

  • Hand wash gently
  • Use mild detergent
  • Do not wring
  • Air dry in the shade
  • Do not tumble dry
  • Keep away from rough pool edges and textured surfaces
  • Avoid storing wet swimwear in a closed bag for long periods

Chlorine, salt, sunscreen, heat, and rough surfaces may gradually affect color, stretch, and fabric condition.

Printed and Patterned Clothing

To help protect prints and surface details:

  • Turn the garment inside out before washing
  • Use cold water
  • Select a gentle cycle
  • Avoid bleach
  • Avoid high dryer heat
  • Do not iron directly over prints
  • Use a pressing cloth where appropriate
  • Avoid rubbing the printed area against rough surfaces

Minor differences in print placement may occur between individual garments.

Dark and Bright Colors

To help reduce fading or color transfer:

  • Wash separately for the first few washes
  • Use cold water
  • Turn the garment inside out
  • Use detergent suitable for colored clothing
  • Avoid soaking for long periods
  • Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight while drying
  • Remove promptly from the washing machine

Color transfer caused by washing strongly colored garments with lighter clothing is not considered a product defect.

Clothing With Zippers, Buttons, and Drawstrings

Before washing:

  • Close zippers
  • Fasten buttons and hooks where appropriate
  • Secure loose straps
  • Loosen drawstrings
  • Remove detachable belts or accessories when permitted
  • Place delicate hardware inside a laundry bag

Do not pull zippers or fastenings forcefully. Stop using the item if a fastening becomes caught and inspect it before applying further pressure.

Care While Traveling

To keep clothing in better condition while traveling:

  • Pack only completely dry garments
  • Separate clean and worn clothing
  • Use breathable packing bags
  • Avoid sealing damp clothing in plastic for long periods
  • Fold delicate items around sharp bag hardware
  • Keep cosmetics and liquids in sealed containers
  • Store jewelry separately from delicate fabrics
  • Unpack clothing soon after arrival
  • Hang items to release temporary creases
  • Rinse salt water, chlorine, or sunscreen from suitable garments promptly

Packing Tips

For shirts, dresses, and lightweight trousers:

  • Fasten buttons and zippers
  • Smooth the garment before folding
  • Fold along natural seams
  • Avoid overfilling luggage
  • Place heavier items below delicate clothing
  • Use tissue paper or a lightweight garment bag for crease-prone items

Rolling may work well for some casual fabrics, but structured or delicate garments may be better folded.

Storage

Before long-term storage:

  • Wash or clean the garment
  • Make sure it is completely dry
  • Remove items from pockets
  • Close fastenings
  • Fold or hang according to the fabric and shape
  • Store in a cool, dry, ventilated location
  • Keep away from direct sunlight and heat
  • Avoid prolonged compression
  • Avoid storing clothing in damp plastic bags

Heavy knitwear and stretch garments may lose shape when hung for long periods and may be better stored folded.

Normal Changes Over Time

Regular wearing and washing may gradually cause:

  • Fabric softening
  • Light fading
  • Minor pilling
  • Natural wrinkling
  • Slight stretching
  • Wear in high-contact areas
  • Changes in fabric texture
  • Gradual loss of elasticity

These changes are part of normal use and do not automatically indicate a product defect.

Before Reporting a Product Problem

If you believe an item arrived damaged, defective, incorrect, or incomplete:

  • Do not wear it
  • Do not wash it
  • Do not remove the tags
  • Do not iron or steam it
  • Do not attempt a repair or alteration
  • Keep the original packaging
  • Contact us within 7 calendar days after delivery

Please include clear photographs of the item, tags, labels, packaging, and reported issue.

Need Care Assistance?

For questions about washing, drying, ironing, steaming, storage, or fabric care, contact us:

Company Name: Roamlayer LLC
Email: info@roamlayer.com
Phone: +1 (314) 224-4204
Business Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (Central Time)

Please include the product name and a photograph of the care label when possible.