Silk Care Guide

Caring for your silk

Treated well, fine silk only gets better with time. A few simple habits will keep your Monzoro pocket squares, scarves and ascots looking their best for years.

Cleaning

• Dry cleaning is safest. For pressed silk and anything with rich colour or print, professional dry cleaning is the gentlest option.
• Hand-wash with care. If you prefer, hand-wash separately in cool water with a little mild detergent. Don't soak, don't scrub, and never wring — gently press the water out instead.
• Avoid everyday hazards. Keep silk away from perfume, aftershave, alcohol and water spotting, which can mark the fibres.

Drying & pressing

• Lay flat or hang to dry, away from direct sunlight and radiators.
• Iron on a low / silk setting while slightly damp, with a cloth barrier between the iron and the silk. Never press a hand-rolled edge flat — it's meant to stay rounded.

Storing & travelling

• Store flat or loosely rolled rather than tightly folded, so creases don't set.
• For travel, roll your pocket square or scarf and keep it in its Monzoro box or a soft pouch.

Looking after a wedding or event piece? Air it out and store it flat as soon as you're home, and it'll be ready for the next occasion.