Washing and Garment Care

# Guide to Washing and Material Care | MODO

For your clothing and accessories from MODO to stay looking great year after year, it is essential to treat different textiles and materials correctly. Here is our guide to caring for premium garments.

---

## 1. Knitwear, Wool & Cashmere (e.g. Guest In Residence, Acne Studios, Holzweiler, Julie Josephine)
* **Airing rather than washing:** Wool and cashmere are naturally self-cleaning. Air your garments outdoors after wearing instead of washing them often.
* **Washing method:** Wash on a wool cycle (max 30°C / 86°F) with a gentle, enzyme-free wool detergent (e.g. Milo). Never use fabric softener.
* **Drying:** Always dry knitwear flat on a towel. Never hang it on a hanger, as it will lose its shape.
* **Pilling:** Gently use a wool comb or fabric shaver if friction pilling occurs.

---

## 2. Denim & Quality Jeans (e.g. Nudie Jeans, Livid, Jeanerica)
* **Wash rarely:** Wash jeans as seldom as possible to preserve color and fit. Small stains should be spot-cleaned with a damp cloth.
* **Washing routine:** Wash inside out at low temperatures (30°C / 86°F) without bleach. Avoid high-speed spin cycles.
* **Drying:** Avoid the dryer completely. Hang by the waistband to dry naturally.

---

## 3. Down Jackets & Technical Outerwear (e.g. CAYA, Blæst, Patagonia, Haglöfs, Amundsen)
* **Down jackets (e.g. CAYA):** Wash on a gentle cycle with down detergent. MUST be tumble dried on low/medium heat together with 3–4 dryer balls to fluff up the down and prevent clumping.
* **Technical outerwear & rainwear:** Wash with liquid detergent without fabric softener. Refresh the DWR coating regularly once water stops beading on the surface.

---

## 4. Leather & Hides (e.g. Studio AR, Rue du Verneuil, bags & leather shoes)
* **Leather jackets & leather pants (Studio AR):** Hang to air out. Gently wipe stains with a damp cloth. Use leather balm as needed to prevent the leather from drying out.
* **Textile and leather bags (Rue du Verneuil, Naghedi):** Naghedi bags in woven neoprene are easily cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap. Leather bags should be treated with a protective spray before use.

---

## 5. Footwear (e.g. Diemme, Blundstone, Timberland, On, Norda, Veja)
* **Leather shoes and leather boots (Blundstone, Timberland, Diemme):** Brush off dirt, apply leather balm/shoe polish, and treat with a protective spray before wearing to guard against moisture and salt.
* **Sneakers & Running Shoes (On, Norda, Veja, Asics):** Should not be machine washed. Clean by hand with lukewarm water, a soft brush and a dedicated sneaker cleaner.

---

## 6. Textiles, Swimwear & Wellness (Tekla, Hunza G, Seaquelle, Aesop, Sprekenhus)
* **Swimwear (Hunza G, Seaquelle):** Rinse in cold, fresh water right after use in chlorine or salt water. Hand wash with mild soap and dry in the shade.
* **Bedding & Towels (Tekla):** Wash at 40–60°C (104–140°F). Can be tumble dried on low heat for softness, but air drying extends the life of organic cotton.
* **Skincare & Fragrance (Aesop, Sprekenhus):** Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve active ingredients and scent notes.