Before You Wash
Check First
Inspect your costume for loose stones or damage before washing
Secure Fastenings
Close all zips, hooks and fastenings to protect the costume
Turn Inside Out
Protect rhinestones from the washing machine drum
Wash Separately
Keep embellished costumes away from items that could catch or damage them
Washing Your Costume
- Wash at 20°C
- Turn rhinestoned garments inside out
- Wash similar colours together
- Handle embellished costumes carefully
- Use fabric conditioner
- Use bleach
- Use whitening products
- Allow rhinestones to rub against the drum
Drying
No Tumble Dry
Never tumble dry rhinestoned costumes
Air Dry
Allow the costume to air dry naturally
Handle Carefully
Be gentle with rhinestone areas while wet
Rhinestone Care
Rhinestoned costumes need extra care because friction, heat and rough handling can damage the embellishment. Follow these essential tips to keep your costume sparkling.
Turn Inside Out
Always turn rhinestoned garments inside out before washing
Avoid Heat
Never use hot water or tumble dryers on rhinestoned costumes
Handle With Care
Be gentle when handling wet rhinestoned areas
Check Your Stones
Regularly inspect for loose or missing rhinestones
Storing Your Costume
Keep Protected
Store costumes in garment bags between performances
Avoid Pressure
Don't stack heavy items on rhinestoned costumes
Keep Clean
Store costumes clean and organised
Pre-Competition Check
Inspect your costume before competition day
Travelling to Competitions
Pack Carefully
Use a dedicated costume bag for travel
Protect Rhinestones
Keep rhinestoned areas protected during transport
Stay Organised
Keep all costume pieces together
Ready to Wear
Ensure costume is competition-ready on arrival
Quick Competition Check
Rhinestones ✓
Check for loose or missing stones
Fastenings ✓
Check all costume fastenings work properly
Costume ✓
Make sure the costume is clean and ready
Accessories ✓
Make sure all matching accessories are packed