Taking care of apreteen’s bras can feel like no easy task–after all, it took a while to find the perfect white bras for her! If you want to learn how to maintain white bras so hers can last longer, you’ll need to know when to wash her bra, how to wash white bras by hand, how to dry her bras, and how to store them properly.
In this post, we’ll give you the inside scoop on how to best take care of her white bras so she can love them that much longer!
When to Wash Your Daughter’s Bra
A good rule of thumb is to wash her bra after three to four wears, but this can vary. Here are a few other things to consider:
After Activity
If your daughter has been sweating a lot or engaging in high-intensity activity, it’s time to wash her bra. Sweat residue can get soaked into the fabric, causing it to itch or even break down the threads over time. This can cause skin irritation and wear out her bras more quickly.
Look and Smell
Your daughter should be checking her bra for discoloration or any odors anytime she removes her bra. Show her how to quickly check her bras for dirt or smell and that these signs mean it’s time to wash her bra.
Notice the Feel
When you take your daughter on bra fittings, explain to her how a well-fitted bra should feel. It shouldn’t feel too loose or too tight. If she is wearing her bra and it’s feeling shapeless or unsupportive, it might be ready for a wash (or a replacement).
Prepare for Washing
Coach your daughter to fasten the hooks on her bras before throwing them into her laundry hamper. This will reduce the chances of the hooks snagging on her other clothes and warping the hooks. Have her spot check her bra and let you know if there are any stains or areas you need to pay special attention to before washing her bra.
Washing the Bra
Fill a sink or basin with lukewarm water, mild detergent, baking soda, and lemon juice. You can also add a half of a cup of distilled white vinegar to the water. These ingredients are safe to use, gentle on the fabric, and act as all-natural whitening agents to keep her bras looking brand new.
Let her bras soak in this mixture for fifteen minutes before gently rubbing the fabric together. Pay close attention to any spots or yellowing and wash those areas a few more times.
Drying the Bra
Do not wring out her bras because this can damage their elasticity. Instead, lay her bras flat on a dry towel in a space that has natural light and plenty of air-flow, or hang them by their cups on a clothesline.
Putting her bras into the dryer can wear them out, and sometimes, other clothing items in the dryer will rub their dyes and color off onto her white bras. This will cause discoloration and make them appear more worn or dirtier than they actually are.
Find Her Next Bra at Yellowberry
Taking care of white bras can be easy to do, and doesn’t involve harsh chemicals. This can be a learning experience for both you and your daughter. To find bras that leave her feeling confident and comfortable, check out our selection of white bras for tweens today!