How to Care for Your Kebaya: Keeping Delicate Fabrics Beautiful
Posted by Mandalas Editorial Team
Kebaya fabrics — lace, organza, voile, fine embroidery — are delicate, so a little gentle care keeps them looking beautiful for years. Here is a simple routine.
An embroidered kebaya — delicate fabrics reward gentle care.
Washing
Hand wash in cool water with a mild detergent. Do not soak for long, and never wring or scrub — press the water out gently instead. If you must machine wash, use a laundry bag on the most delicate setting. Pro tips: Organza is a delicate fabric, so we strongly suggest to avoid machine washing on Organza fabric.
Drying and ironing
Dry in the shade, not direct sun, which can fade colours and weaken fibres. Iron on low heat, ideally inside out or with a cloth over the fabric, or use a steamer to avoid pressing directly on embroidery.
An organza kebaya — store it with room to breathe.
Storage
Store on a padded hanger so the shoulders keep their shape, or fold loosely with tissue between delicate layers. Keep it somewhere dry and airy, away from direct light. A little care goes a long way. See the kebaya collection.
Frequently asked questions
Can I machine wash a kebaya?
Hand washing is safest; if machine washing, use a laundry bag on the gentlest setting.
How should I dry it?
In the shade, never direct sun, to protect the colours and fibres.
How do I iron embroidery?
On low heat, inside out or under a cloth — or use a steamer.
How to Care for Your Kebaya: Keeping Delicate Fabrics Beautiful
Kebaya fabrics — lace, organza, voile, fine embroidery — are delicate, so a little gentle care keeps them looking beautiful for years. Here is a simple routine.
Washing
Hand wash in cool water with a mild detergent. Do not soak for long, and never wring or scrub — press the water out gently instead. If you must machine wash, use a laundry bag on the most delicate setting. Pro tips: Organza is a delicate fabric, so we strongly suggest to avoid machine washing on Organza fabric.
Drying and ironing
Dry in the shade, not direct sun, which can fade colours and weaken fibres. Iron on low heat, ideally inside out or with a cloth over the fabric, or use a steamer to avoid pressing directly on embroidery.
Storage
Store on a padded hanger so the shoulders keep their shape, or fold loosely with tissue between delicate layers. Keep it somewhere dry and airy, away from direct light. A little care goes a long way. See the kebaya collection.
Frequently asked questions
Can I machine wash a kebaya?
Hand washing is safest; if machine washing, use a laundry bag on the gentlest setting.
How should I dry it?
In the shade, never direct sun, to protect the colours and fibres.
How do I iron embroidery?
On low heat, inside out or under a cloth — or use a steamer.