Clothes for people who cannot be bothered to iron
Short answer: If you cannot be bothered to iron, choose fabrics that crease only a little and learn a few simple habits for washing, hanging and storing. Then clothes look neat without an iron.
Why some fabrics crease more
Linen and pure cotton crease easily because the fibres are stiff and remember the folds. Fabrics with some elasticity or a soft drape crease less. Viscose from bamboo has a smooth, soft drape, and many think it looks better after washing than very stiff cotton. Still, no fabric can be completely free of creases. The point is to choose well, hang the clothes properly and avoid the situations in which creases form.
Washing without creasing
Creases often form in the washing machine, when the clothes get tangled and pressed into a lump. Do not fill the drum completely and choose a programme with a low spin speed. That makes the clothes come out less creased. See bamboo panties. Take the clothes out as soon as the machine has finished so they do not lie there and crease. Shake them out thoroughly before you hang them up.
Hanging does most of the work
Hang the clothes on a hanger or a line while they are still damp and smooth them down with your hands. Pull at the seams and straighten the sleeves and waistbands. The clothes dry in shape and most creases disappear on their own. Use wide hangers for tops so no marks form on the shoulders. Hang long items freely so the weight helps to smooth the fabric.
Storage without creases
Clothes stuffed into a drawer get creased. Fold or roll them neatly and leave room between the pieces. See bamboo sports bra. Hang nicer pieces on hangers in the wardrobe. Small items such as underwear and sports bras can lie in the drawer, but lay them flat and do not press them together. Then they are ready to put on without needing to be smoothed out.
If you still have to smooth something
Sometimes a crease is unavoidable. Hang the clothes in the bathroom while you take a hot shower so the steam loosens the creases. A steamer is also quick and takes less time than an iron, and it can be used directly on the hanger. Check the care label for the permitted temperature and never use high heat on delicate fabrics without trying a hidden spot first.
Brands and styles that are easy
Under Moodies you will find clothes gathered for browsing, so you can compare cuts and fabrics. Choose styles with a relaxed fit that look neat even when they are not completely smooth. Patterned and melange fabrics hide creases better than plain ones, and dark colours show them less than light ones. It is a simple trick that saves time in everyday life and gives you a neater day without standing at the ironing board.
Frequently asked questions
Does bamboo clothing need ironing
Rarely. Hang the clothes up after washing and straighten them while damp, and they will smooth themselves out. Check the care label if you want to use an iron.
How do I remove creases without an iron
Use steam from the bathroom or a steamer. You can also hang the clothes up and let the weight pull the creases out.
Which fabrics crease the least
Fabrics with some elasticity or a soft drape crease less. Patterns and melange colours also hide creases better than plain fabric.
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