5 tips on how to care for your winter clothes

It is very important to be sure that you care for your winter clothes properly as a winter coat is a wardrobe staple designed to last you for many years. To get the most use out of your winter coats, employ a few simple care tips.

Have Them Cleaned Properly

Depending on the material of the coat, you may need professional wet cleaning or dry cleaning. You'll want to do your research to decide which version of cleaning is best for your coat based on its material.

Always Hang Them up

This is just a given. Always hang any of your clothes up when you are not wearing them. It's the kind of thing you tell your teenage son to do and that every parent tries to have ingrained in their child before they grow up.

Empty the Pockets

Don't neglect the little things when it comes to taking care of your winter coats. That includes getting rid of any items left in your pockets (e.g., gum wrappers, tissues or other items that are not meant to live in there). It's also a good idea to remove heavier items from your pockets once you return home and are no longer wearing your coat.

Brush Your Coat

Regardless of the material of your coat, it's always a good idea to regularly brush it. Particles and fluffy pieces from your top can pollute the interior of your winter coat, so it won't hurt to go over the area with a lint roller.

Remove Stains Immediately

There's no shame in it. We all stain our clothing somehow at some point … sometimes multiple times … in one day. To preserve the integrity of your winter coat, always make it a priority to clean out any stains as soon as possible.