Findingtween bras that your daughter loves is no easy feat, which is why it’s important to take care of the ones that make her feel confident! Our guide for extending a bra’s life includes following gentle-care washing and drying instructions, only washing her bras when necessary, avoiding harsh chemicals, and buying high-quality bras.
As your daughter grows, so does her independence. In this article, we'll give you the best practices to extend her bra’s life. These tips and tricks can be passed down so she can take control of her bra care on her own.
Bra Maintenance: Why It Matters
While it’s tempting to just throw her bras in with the rest of the laundry, this can degrade the quality of your daughter’s bras. Proper bra care can save you money and increase her bra’s longevity.
When you take the time to wash and dry her bras, they can maintain their shape and quality. Your daughter’s bra is sized to fit her developing body and give her the support she needs throughout the day. If the elasticity in her bra wears out or the cups lose their shape, she can feel uncomfortable or lose her confidence.
Additionally, when bras are properly maintained, you don’t need to replace them as often. Growing girls already outsize their garments rapidly, but keeping them in great condition can ensure they stay in her closet drawers a little bit longer.
Easy Ways to Maintain Bras
A good rule of thumb with bra care is: when in doubt, be gentle. Bras are crafted carefully to support your daughter’s unique shape and provide comfort to her throughout the day. By gently caring for her bras, you have a better chance of extending its life.
Washing Instructions
Handwashing is the best way to care for your daughter’s bras, and while it’s simple to do, it can be a little time-consuming. First, put a mild detergent into a sink or basin of warm water and wait for the detergent to dissolve. Next, submerge her bras in the water and let them soak for fifteen minutes. After that, gently scrub the bra by rubbing the fabric together. Do not wring or pull on the fabric to stretch it. Then, rinse the bra with cool water and hang them to air dry.
If you’re in a pinch and don’t have time to handwash her bras, you can put them inside of a mesh washing bag and put them in the washing machine. Use a gentle cycle with cold water and gentle detergent for best results.
Drying Instructions
You should avoid throwing her bras in the dryer or putting them on high heat. They can tangle in the dryer, stretching out the straps and wearing the fabric more quickly. High heat can also degrade the bra’s elasticity.
Instead, dry them flat on a dry towel or hang them up. If you hang the bra, avoid hanging it by the straps as this can wear the straps out more easily. Instead, use clothespins to hang the bra by the top of the cup.
Avoid Harsh Chemicals
Chemicals like bleach or other highly-concentrated chemicals can wear out the fabric in her bras or even cause them to shrink. Make sure you always have gentle detergent available in your laundry room.
Buy High-Quality Bras
When you choose Yellowberry bras, you’re investing in undergarments that make her feel confident and comfortable all day long. With proper care and maintenance, your daughter’s bras will last longer and feel better.
To find the bra that’s right for her, check out our wide selection of sports bras, training bras, and more today!