Cashmere Care Guide

Cashmere is an exquisitely soft and luxurious fibre, deserving of thoughtful care to preserve its beauty and longevity. Please follow the care recommendations below:

Pre-Wash

• Turn the garment inside out
• Always test for colour-fastness on a discreet area.
• Refer to the care label for specific guidance
• If permitted by the care label, 2-ply cashmere may be machine washed using a 30°C wool or delicate cycle.
• Heavier 4-ply and 6-ply cashmere, as well as pashmina shawls and scarves, should be hand washed or dry cleaned.
• Silk-blend cashmere is particularly delicate and should not be machine washed, even if indicated on the label.

Cashmere Washing

General Principles
• Wash similar colours together; avoid mixing dark and light shades.
• Do not wash alongside garments with zips or abrasive fastenings.
• Refrain from using fabric softeners or bleach.
• Minimise agitation to prevent fibre damage.

Hand Washing with Denner Cashmere ‘No Rinse’ Shampoo

• Fill a basin with tepid water (approximately 30°C).
• Add 1 tsp of shampoo per 4 litres of water (more for soiled items).• Soak garment for 15 minutes.
• Gently squeeze out excess water.
• Do not rinse.

Hand Washing with Rinseable Wool Detergent

• Use lukewarm water (30°C) with a small amount of gentle wool detergent.
• Submerge the garment and soak for 5–10 minutes, gently agitating occasionally.
• Rinse thoroughly with cool water until all detergent is removed.
• Press out excess water carefully—do not wring.

More Cashmere Washing

Machine Washing (Front-loading) with Denner's ‘No Rinse’ Shampoo

• Choose a delicate or wool cycle with cold water.
• Add 5ml (1 tsp) of shampoo to the detergent drawer.
• Load the garment and commence the cycle.

Machine Washing (Top-loading) with Denner's ‘No Rinse’ Shampoo

• Fill the machine with tepid water.
• Add 5ml (1 tsp) of shampoo per 4 litres of water.
• Stop the machine, load the garment, and gently squeeze to ensure saturation.
• Allow to soak for 30 minutes.
• Bypass the rinse cycle and proceed with a gentle spin to extract water.

Machine Washing with Rinseable Wool Detergent

• Place the garment in a mesh laundry bag.
• Use a wool or delicates cycle at 30°C with a mild detergent.
• Set spin speed to a low setting (maximum 600 rpm).

Care After Washing

Drying

• Gently reshape the garment while damp.
• Lay flat on a clean, dry towel to air dry.
• Avoid hanging, as this may distort the shape.
• Do not tumble dry.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and sources of heat.

Pressing

• Use a low-heat iron to press the garment.
• Do not steam or apply prolonged pressure, which may stretch or deform the fibres.

More Tips

Storage

• Gently brush or shake to remove dust before storing.
• Ensure the garment is completely dry to prevent moth damage.
• Use cedar wood balls, blocks, or anti-moth sprays for protection.
• Fold neatly and store in a breathable cotton or linen bag.
• Avoid hanging cashmere, as this may cause stretching or distortion.
• Store in a cool, dry, dark place away from direct sunlight.

Wearing

• When layering under outerwear, ensure the outer garment has a smooth lining.
• Avoid placing items in inner pockets that may cause abrasion or pilling.

Everything we recommend, including our No Rinse cashmere shampoo, combs, cedar balls and storage bags, is in our cashmere care collection.