KITRI x The Lab Co. Wash & Care Guide

It's time to have a long-term relationship with your wardrobe!

As firm believers in buying better and wearing more, this Earth Day we've teamed up with our friends at The Lab Co. to show you how to look after your new KITRI styles, so you can rewear them again and again.

We’ve compiled some of our favourite, hard-working top tips to keep your styles in prime condition. Read on!

Your KITRI Style Care Guide with The Lab Co.

STEP 1: Start by checking the fabric content of your KITRI style. If your garment contains a mixture of fibres, follow the instructions for the more delicate fabric (for example wools and satins).

STEP 2: Next, check the wash instructions on the label to understand if your KITRI style is hand wash, machine or dry clean and follow the steps below.

STEP 3: If your garment is hand-wash only, use The Lab Co.’s Laundry Detergent, Add 1-2 capfuls to a bowl of cold water. Simply submerge them in cool water then use gentle movements to swish the items through soapy water, pushing the fabric either between your hands or against the edge of the tub. Soak garment for five minutes. Rinse garment in cold water and lay flat to dry.

STEP 4: If your garment is machine friendly, we recommend using specialist, gentle detergents like The Lab Co.'s Laundry Strips. The laundry detergent strips are non-bio, non-toxic and vegan and give you a new way to wash your clothes in a mindful yet easy way. Win, Win! Place the strip directly in the drum before loading the washing machine.

STEP 5: Speedy spot-treat. If there are any small stains, spot-treat that one area to avoid a full spin. Simply dilute some of The Lab Co.'s Laundry Detergent in cool water and gently work it into the affected area using a clean cloth, then dab away the residue with another clean, wet cloth. Continue to dampen the cloth with cool water as necessary until the stain disappears.

STEP 6: Take your garment out of the drum immediately after washing to reduce wrinkling and creasing, then gently soak up any excess moisture with a towel to speed up the drying process.

STEP 7: For other delicate items, simply hang dry indoors, away from direct sunlight.

Our Top Tips

TIP #1: Washing your clothes too frequently can impact their fit, feel and lifespan. Enter The Lab Co.s Laundry Mists which give your garments a quick refresh without harsh chemicals or toxins.TIP #2: Always use a mesh laundry bag when machine washing for protection inside the drum.

TIP #3: Avoid scrubbing or wringing, which can stretch and alter the shape of the item.

TIP #5: When washing knitwear, never hang it to dry! Avoid tumble drying and direct heat sources like sunlight or radiators at all costs, as these can damage and shrink the fibres.

Laundry day just got a whole better!