At Rebecca Vallance we design pieces to be treasured for a lifetime. Our garment care guide is a recommendation on how to care for your pieces to enable their longevity, and ensure they have the lowest environmental impact possible. To honour the value of each garment, and our planet, we need to think beyond the first wear. By caring for your rebecca vallance pieces responsibly, you will not only be able to enjoy your pieces for longer, but you will also be helping to reduce the impact on the environment.
Most importantly, we advise always utilising a dry cleaner registered with the 'Drycleaning Institute of Australia' or your local equivalent for your garment care needs.
Additionally, please be sure to always consult the care instructions on the garment care label. Before laundering, kindly remove or cover when necessary all trims and accessories.
SUITING AND OUTWEAR
A well-crafted, finely tailored suit is a timeless investment for your closet, intended to endure through the years. Rebecca Vallance tailoring embodies this everlasting quality and adaptability, ensuring prolonged periods of use.
CARING FOR YOUR SUIT AND OUTWEAR
- To prevent any variation in colour shading, we recommend laundering your tailored pieces as a complete set.
- Refresh your suit by airing it outdoors, away from direct sunlight.
- Safeguard your suit on a padded hanger and within a dust bag when it's not in frequent use
BRIDAL AND SPECIALITY OCCASION-WEAR
To be worn on the most important day of your life or to a celebratory occasion leading up to the main event, Rebecca Vallance bridal is carefully designed with the utmost craftsmanship and care and because of this, we encourage tentative caution when caring for your garment.
CARING FOR YOUR BRIDAL AND SPECIALITY OCCASION-WEAR
- Wear with care. Due to the delicate nature of these garments and fabrications please avoid rough surfaces and jewellery which may result in damage.
- We highly recommend speciality dry cleaning for all bridal garments to ensure that maximum care is taken. Please refer to the 'drycleaning institute of australia’ or your local equivalent association for direction and recommendations.
- Always cover or remove embellishments and accessories during dry cleaning.
- Please understand that some natural fibres or trims may perform in a characteristic manner eg. Feathers are a natural material, kindly handle them with appropriate care and caution.
- Please store in a garment bag in a moisture-free location and avoid use of velvet hangers.
COTTON AND NATURAL FIBRES
Cotton and other natural fibres are cherished for their breathability and comfort. These natural fibres tend to grow softer over time and when properly cared for, can offer years of enduring enjoyment.
CARING FOR COTTON AND NATURAL FIBRES
- Use cold water with an appropriate cold wash detergent for washing to prevent shrinking and colour fading.
- Turn your garment inside out for added fabric protection.
- Dry by hanging or laying flat, and gently reshape while damp to restore their shape.
- Air dry away from direct sunlight.
- For natural fibres, consider gentle ironing or steaming on the reverse side to restore their original form.
- Always check the garment care label.
- We recommend washing your natural fibres separately and using a mild detergent.
- It is advisable to launder the item before wearing it.
KNITWEAR
From elegant merino essentials to substantial textured items, our meticulously crafted knitwear is built to endure over time, provided it's cared for properly.
CARING FOR KNITWEAR
- Hand wash and avoid scrubbing to prevent pilling and shrinkage.
- Choose a dedicated wool detergent to avoid damage to the natural yarns from regular detergents.
- Prior to washing, turn your items inside out and avoid scrubbing.
- After washing, rinse your garment thoroughly and gently press out surplus water - refrain from wringing
- For natural yarns, consider gentle ironing or steaming on the reverse side to restore their original form.
- Always check the garment care label.
- Roll in a towel to remove excess water and arrange into shape on a flat surface in the shade for drying.
- Please do not hang your knitwear.
LEATHER
Our leather pieces are meticulously crafted with a focus on intricate details and adaptability. As leather matures, it develops a softer and more exquisite texture, underscoring the need to handle your leather items with care to ensure their lasting durability.
CARING FOR YOUR LEATHER
- We strongly recommend using a specialised leather cleaner that is registered to care for this material.
SYNTHETIC FABRICS
With maintenance, synthetic textiles display remarkable durability, ensuring a prolonged lifespan. Synthetic fabrics encompass those derived from virgin or recycled polyester, nylon, or elastane. While it's crucial to acknowledge that washing synthetic fabrics releases micro plastics. The positive aspect is that synthetic fabrics are among the simplest to launder and maintain, boasting exceptional resilience. They are poised to serve you well throughout many years of wear.
CARING FOR SYNTHETIC FABRICS
- For minimal environmental impact, consider hand washing and air drying.
- Always check the garment care label.
- Avoid exposing synthetic fabrics to heat and humidity to prevent fabric static.
Refrain from bleaching and tumble drying. - To capture some micro plastics, wash synthetic fabrics in a microfibre catching washing bag. We recommend ‘Guppy Friend’.
SWIMWEAR
To enjoy all summer long, our lycra is meticulously crafted with the utmost skill and attention to detail. Due to this, we kindly advise handling your lycra with care when it comes to maintenance.
CARING FOR YOUR SWIMWEAR
- Kindly refrain from bleach soaking or tumble drying.
- We recommend utilising a cold machine wash on a gentle cycle with a minimal amount of detergent.
- Opt for a towel to sit on, and refrain from sitting on rough cement pool decks or rocky beaches to prevent pilling and abrasion.
- Always rinse after use.