Earth is our guide
All items from NAGAYA should be very durable as long as you take care of them properly.
COTTON, HEMP, LINEN
We can machine wash pure cotton or cotton blends on a delicate cycle and lowest temperature. If you are using a machine, please use a washing bag to avoid snagging and surface wear. It is much better to play it safe and protect the delicate surface – best to simply hand wash it, so feel free to follow the instructions below.
SILK
It’s best to wash these velvety soft items one at a time in the sink. Fill your container with cool or cold water to help keep the color, then add a gentle detergent that’s free of harsh ingredients. These are easy to find in your local drugstore markets and are not expensive. Place the garment in the water, give it a stir – try not to rub and scrub your knitwear, as it can cause surface wear; instead, let the garment soak for up to 10 minutes then drain the soapy mix and rinse with cool, running water. Towel dab water from the piece, then dry flat.
WOOL & MOHAIR
Wool has temperature-regulating and self-cleaning properties, so you won’t need to wash your knitwear very often. Most of the time, it will actually be enough to simply air out your woollen clothes by gently shaking them or laying them flat on a chair overnight.
You can wash these pieces with a special wool/cashmere/mohair/silk detergent. Handwashing can be done with warm water in a sink, bath or container. Rinse and towel dab water from the piece, then dry flat. If you are using a machine wash, please use a washing bag to avoid snagging and surface wear.
HOW TO DRY KNITWEAR
Drying your knits the right way is important to maintain their quality and shape.
Never wring or hang-dry knitwear, as they stretch easily, especially when wet. Instead, roll the garment in a clean and dry towel before gently pressing it. Once the towel has absorbed the excess water, carefully ease your knit into shape and lay it flat on top of a dry towel or a drying rack. While you might be tempted to place your knitted garment near or on top of a heater to dry faster, you should avoid doing so, as too much heat can damage the delicate fibres and cause your knitwear to shrink.
HOW TO STORE KNITWEAR
Since knits stretches easily, it’s best to store them neatly folded in a drawer or shelf.
If you notice a loose end appearing in your piece, it’s very unlikely that it’s falling apart! Tuck it back in.