Taking care of our clothes is important! It will help them last longer, minimizing our need to buy more. How we wash clothes is one of the primary ways we can care for our clothes better. The key is wash less and be gentle! Machine washing can be harsh with the heat and movement of the machine. So take care to reduce the stress you put on a garment in the wash cycle. The good news is that the laundry habits that are good for our clothes are also more beneficial to the environment. Less machine use, less water, and extended life for clothing! 🥰 It’s also worth noting that how we wash our clothes often comes from our cultural context. Some of these practices are more inherent to some cultures— necessary or even the only option. While other practices have to be learned and may seem counter culture (like washing less and skipping the convenience of a dryer). These tips are just the start of how we can make our clothing care more sustainable. What’re your favorite washing and clothing care tips? Let’s learn from each other! 💛