How to Care for Silk Sarees & Lehengas: Complete Guide

Silk sarees and lehengas are more than clothing — they are investments, heirlooms, and often the most expensive garments in your wardrobe. This guide covers everything you need to know about caring for silk sarees and lehengas.

Why Silk Requires Special Care

Silk is a natural protein fiber — heat sensitive, sunlight sensitive, chemical sensitive, absorbent, crease-prone.

Washing Silk Sarees and Lehengas

Golden rule: dry clean only. Hand wash only if label allows and no embellishments.

Storing Silk Sarees and Lehengas

Cool and dry, dark, well-ventilated, pest-free. Wrap in muslin cloth. Refold every 3-6 months. Never hang.

Ironing

Use silk setting, iron inside-out, use pressing cloth. Steam preferred.

Maintaining Zari Work

Wrap in muslin, avoid perfume, never iron directly on zari. See our care guide for more.