Category Archives: Cleaning & Laundry

How to wash bras when away at summer camp for 3 weeks?

tennis&ski4life asked: My bras are usually hand-washed, but at camp we will use washing machines. What should I do? I don’t want to destroy them in the washing machine.bras

How to wash firm cupped bras?

rin!! asked: I just got a new bra and the cups are firm and hold their shape. This is new for me. I’ve always had bras that had soft cups, so I would just throw them in the washer with the rest of my stuff even if it said hand wash, but I’m worried about [...]

What is the best way to wash bras in front loading washer?

Dear Prudence asked: My front loader has a hand wash cycle but the bras still always get tangled together. Is there something that will prevent them from tangling and keep them from getting overly worn?
I really hate hand washing them. Is that really the only effective way to wash bras?
As to [...]

How to save your bras in the washing machine?

Julienne’s Mom +1 XY Fetus! asked: I am sick and tired of the little clasps on my bras breaking in the washing machine. I just buoght two new ones and I want to preserve them.
I saw this bra ball once that was like a plastic ball with holes in it that supposedly made them last [...]

How do I remove antiperspirant/deodorant from bras?

?skyblue asked: The washing instructions on the bras say to handwash in cold water with mild soap, reshape, line dry. The antiperspirant is leaving a gross residue on the bras. Any suggestions? Thanks!bras

How can I keep my bras from getting damaged in the washer and dryer?

Due in October with #1 asked: I just got new bras last week and now they are ruined. I put my bras in with just undergarments and in the end, the wires get bent and the metal fasteners in the back get all twisted that I can never wear my bras again. How can I [...]

Is there any way to bleach stained bras?

partlysunny asked: I have some bras that are older and a little stained. I tried putting some bleach in with my Woolite when I hand-washed them, but it didn’t help. Is there any way to remove old stains from bras? I can’t put them in the washer.

Should i wash my bras when i get them home from the store?

Liddy asked: I was wondering ,like when you buy underwear and you get them home you wash them before wearing them.Is that the case with bras,or i dont need to wash them right away or before wearing them??? THanks!Victoria Secret

what is a cheaper alternative to those plastic containers to wash your bras?

whatwhatwhat asked: the ones like they sell at linens & things. they keep the cup shape while the bras are in the washer/dryer. (not that I machine dry my bras I know I’m not supposed to do that)Victoria Secret

What is the best way to wash bras so they keep their shape and last longer?

Christine M asked: i have bought some kind of expensive bras and want to make sure to take care of them so they last a longer time. What is the best way to wash them?bras