If we ask you, “How far would you go to maintain your most cherished saree or lehenga?” what would be your answer? Some of you would say “I’d go to the professional dry-cleaning services”, and some would answer like “forget it, I’d buy good storage solutions at home”. Buying a beautiful saree or lehenga ask for equal care in a daily basis to keep the beauty & nature of the fabrics same.
Silk, chiffon, and net ethnics have heavy needlework, so it requires need several steps to be taken. Read all of this ‘traditional fashion care’ blog to find out how to store sarees, or how to store lehengas; so that they look as new as the day you bought it from Sevora.
First, Know Why Traditional Wear Needs Proper Care
So, it was a wedding or festive invitation, and you felt nostalgic. So, you went to your closet, thinking about enjoying to the fullest in your most favourite lehenga or saree. But that once-shimmery fabric looked dull. To make it worse, a stubborn stain on the embroidery is having a moment.
This is a break-up situation for any fashion romantic. Taking proper of your outfits doesn’t only shows preserving its beauty but also securing your precious memories with it. Giving it a few minutes of your life and effort can keep these luxury pieces remained for a very long time.
Take it as a commitment to yourself, a promise starts by today, that whenever you’ll open the wardrobe, your lehenga or saree will sparkle like the day you said, “I’ll buy it”.
Care by Fabrics
Silk Sarees
Saree care tips are understated when it comes to this fabric. Silk Sarees like Kanchivaram, Banarasi, Tussar, and Mysore need dry-cleaning. It’s the safest option for these fabrics. To hand-wash fabrics in cold water with little detergent, Mysore and tussar silk are compatible.
The Nevers’ in Saree Care Tips:
- Never wash silk fabrics in washing-machine.
- Never leave silk material to dry under the sunlight.
- Never store folded silk clothes in plastic bags. Keep refolding them in every few months.
Zari Embroidered Lehengas
- Dry-clean wash is compulsory for lehengas that have heavy Zari-embroidery on them. Washing them in water can stain and crack their metal threads. Even folding them can result the same. To store them, roll it in a muslin cloth.
- Do NOT spray perfume on the embroideries. The presence of alcohol in scent bottles damage the metal work.
Georgette and Chiffon Fabrics
- These fabrics are more considerate than silk for washing process. They can be easily hand-washed in cold water, using liquid detergent.
- Do NOT twist them, just softly squeeze and dry flat.
- Iron these fabrics on a low or medium temperature.
Velvet Traditional Wear
Velvet is a very smooth fabric with luxury profile. Just touching its texture says it all! Only dry-clean is applicable to any dress made of this clothing material. Water can cause permanent damage to the velvet pile. Hang it on a spacious padded hanger to prevent it from crushing.
Sequins to Deal With
- Sequins always need extra attention. These patterns easily make rooms for dust.
- Use a soft brush to clean the dust on the surface.
- Muslin and cotton bags are ideal for storing stitched sarees and lehengas. They absorb air.
- Keep silica gel packets in your closet to dry wet clothes and prevent things from getting rusted.
How To Wash Like a Professional?
Yes, you can do some light wash at home for fine fabrics. This is how you need to do this:
- Use cold or light warm water.
- Pour alkaline cleanser.
- Give 5 – 10 minutes to soak, not more than that.
- Clean it properly with water, then let it dry.
What Shouldn’t You Do?
- You shouldn’t use bleach.
- You shouldn’t wring out a dress that has heavy embroidery or sequins on it.
- You shouldn’t blow dry over the designs.
Sevora Recommends: It’d give the best outcome if you steam iron your clothes or lay a thin cotton fabric over them before ironing.
Make Space to Store Them
Proper storage system certainly makes dresses look like the very first day you bought them. So, what’s the hack? Let’s find out:
- Fold your sarees and lehengas in every couple of months, that’s very important.
- Use acid-free wrapping paper or cotton fabric to wrap each dress.
- Plastic covers can dull metal and keep water inside. So, say ‘no’ to plastic!
Extra Tip: Keep your closet naturally refreshing and fragrant. Like, keep some neem leaves in the corner of a rack; it keeps bugs & other insects away.
Quick Hacks to Last Longer
- If your clothes have a little spot or stain, dab them instantly with cold water, but don’t rub them.
- Steam gently on your lehenga instead of pressing.
Best Storage Habits for Every Ethnic Wear
- You should always air your ethnic wear for 2–3 hours, before folding them and keeping it stored.
- Muslin is the best choice to store designer ethnic wear; cotton fabric can be used as well.
- Strictly skip keeping cedar near a dress with Zari work. It will fade the colour on metallic threads. Instead, use lavender sachets.
- Taking out stored traditional wear in every 6 months, is a part of seasonal maintenance. You should not only air the fabrics but also refold them in different ways every time. Also, check if there’s any insect damage happened.
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Sarees and lehengas are the garments that tell stories, create new chapters, and carry India’s weaving culture. Just a few minutes of keeps them looking as fresh as the new book in shelf. No matter which fabric it represents, every saree and lehenga deserves to be loved and looked after.
Have more ethnic care questions? Drop them in the comments below or reach out to us, we’re always happy to help. And if you’re looking to rebuild your ethnic collection, explore our handpicked designer sarees and lehengas at Sevora fashion-led app.
Bonisha Chatterjee
Bonhisha Chatterjee is a content writer with over 7 years of experience in digital media and storytelling. She has written extensively on entertainment and fashion; covering celebrity trends, style, lifestyle, and pop culture. Known for her versatile writing style and keen eye for detail, Bonhisha creates content that is both informative and reader-friendly. Her work reflects a strong understanding of digital audiences and evolving content trends.
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