Ah, those jeans. Yes, the ones that hug you exactly where they need to and are like a second skin – only much more comfortable. They go with everything, solve fashion crises and are your fashion saviour on Monday mornings. So it’s a shame to treat them like that old running sweater from 2011 when you wash them. Wrong!
Jeans These aren't just any t-shirts - they're asking for a little respect. If washing your jeans feels like you're throwing them in the washing machine without thinking, you almost owe them an apology. Jeans they need more tenderness than a Tinder date after three months of silence.
Experts say clearly: If you don't close zippers, buttons, and snaps before washing, you're responsible for stretched knees and ruined hems..Sounds rough? Well, so is the machine.
Before washing: check the pockets, turn them inside out, and… maybe don't wash them at all
First: check your pockets. That change and that old bill from three weeks ago aren't exactly laundry-friendly. Then turn them inside out—this helps preserve the color and protects the edges, the waistband, and that iconic "vintage" look you paid 120 euros for, by the way.
If they're already a little torn (because # is in fashion), put them in a larger mesh bag or at least secure the edges with sock clips. This will prevent them from going from "grunge chic" to "homeless glamour."
Washing jeans? Cold water, gentle cycle, no aggression
When it's finally time to wash them (and believe me, it's not after every wear), treat them to some luxury. Set the washing machine to cold water and gentle cycle – the one you use for silk that you bought in a moment of weakness. The detergent should be specifically for dark colors, for example Woolite Darksso that your jeans don't end up as a faded memory of the past.
And now the big shocker: don't wash them every time you wear them
You read that right. As long as you haven't spilled coffee, stretched them to your ankles, or danced in the mud, you can wear them. three or four times, before you wash them. Less washing = better fit, stronger fabric, and longer life for your favorite jeans. Plus, it's environmentally friendly and gives you an excuse to avoid housework. Win-win.
Bottom line: If you want your favorite pair of jeans to last a few more seasons, give them that VIP treatment, they deserve. Proper washing isn't a science - it's just a matter of love (and closed zippers).
