I came across a wonderful article outlining the steps on how to care for your suit. It had a great deal of useful information but left me wondering. Do consumers know what to do with all of the other pieces that make up their wardrobe? At Sao Sartorial, we are keen on educating our clients on every piece that makes up their wardrobe. With that notion in mind, I wanted to share some best practices from head to toe.
HATS
Whether you are wearing our carbon cowboy hat or wide pencil brim fedora, avoid putting these in the wash or using excessive water. With a brush with soft bristles, start at the front of your hat and move toward the back, going counterclockwise as you work.
Use short, consistent strokes in the same direction. Use warm water and vinegar to tackle dirt or stains. Before going full steam ahead, test a small area to make sure it’s safe to continue. Shop our collection by visiting https://saosatorial.ke/shop/
SHIRTS
There is some flexibility with the cleaning options for shirts. While some may prefer to have their shirts dry-cleaned, you can absolutely wash them yourself. If you choose to do so, be sure to wash on a delicate cycle. Use warm water for white shirts and cold water for colored shirts. You can iron them immediately after washing or tumble dry on low heat and then iron. This method saves money, but you may not achieve the same results as professional dry cleaning. If budget allows, take your shirts to the cleaner and opt for minimal to no starch.
Never, and I repeat, never wear your white dress shirts more than once without cleaning. White shirts quickly accumulate dirt, which becomes nearly impossible to remove once it sets in. If you need custom dress shirts, Sao Tailors offers high-quality Bespoke and MTM options with a precision fit, hand-sewn details, and extensive customization options akin to sartorial elegance. If you need custom Sao shirt services , book your fitting https://saosartorial.setmore.com/beta
JACKETS
To preserve the suit jacket, you should always hang it on a wide shoulder suit hanger and use a suit brush or lint roller to remove lint. If you do not plan on wearing the jacket for a while, have it cleaned and cover it with a garment bag.
Do not have your jackets dry cleaned more than three times every 2-4 months. The chemicals will only expedite the breakdown of the fabric. Instead, utilize your suit brush and have the garment properly steam pressed. You will find that steam pressing is a great way to care for your suit long term. If you iron your jacket using too much direct heat, you will only succeed in damaging the thread and may even create a sheen effect.
If you have to wear a suit often, spend the money on a few MTM and bespoke pieces so that you can rotate them. Visit Sao Jacket service to book your fitting https://saosartorial.setmore.com/beta
TROUSERS
For your slacks, follow the same cleaning and caring method as your suit. For cotton, linen, cotton blends, denim, etc. Feel free to toss them in the washer in warm to cold water and hang dry if you have the time. Always store wool trousers on a proper pant hanger by the hem. You can peruse a wide selection of Sao trouser services, which offers both MTM and bespoke services at Sao sartorial.
SHOES
The absolute very first thing you should do with a new shoe purchase is to spray them with an all-weather protectant. When storing, be sure to use shoe trees made of cedar to maintain shape and absorb moisture.
Cleaning is pretty simple if kept up. The first step is to remove any dirt or dust. Leather requires polishing and leather treatments at various times. As for suede, you can achieve a clean look with a rubber eraser and a coarse brush. Try using warm water and vinegar when removing deep stains.
Likewise, you can get the dirt off of canvas shoes with warm water and a bit of soap. For unrivaled footwear, visit https://saosatorial.ke/shop/ for a wide selection.
Now that you know how to care for your suit, just be sure to remain vigilant in your upkeep efforts. Don’t forget to visit our Instagram page for the latest updates https://www.instagram.com/sao_sartorial/ or visit our store located at the Adams Arcade Mall. Ngong Road, Nairobi.