Eli5, Why can’t suits be washed in the washing machine?
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So here’s the thing – if you’re willing to possibly ruin the suit, if it’s made from polyester like a lot of women’s suits are – give the washing machine a try.
Because often it’s just fine.
My kids love thrift store finds and I ALWAYS put those items into the wash when we get home, and they turn out fine. I have washed prom and bridal dresses in the washing machine too.
Here is what I wouldn’t put into the machine:
>> Wool, unless I’m deliberately trying to shrink / felt it (which I’ve done and it’s cool to see if you did it intentionally; it’s awful if you didn’t mean to do it 🤣)
>> Anything with delicate beading
Remember – ONLY do this if you are ok with possibly ruining the item.
I washed the bridal gown only because it had been in a flood and it was either try to clean it or throw it away. In that case, I detached the beaded top, which hadn’t been in the flood water (bridal gowns are designed to be separated like this – it’s how they shorten dresses), and washed the bottom inside out with no other items in the load. Turned out fine.
The prom dress was washed by itself, turned outside out, as well. It came out perfect.
Every suit/vest/dress item my kids have brought home from the thrift store have washed fine too.
Your mileage may vary. Proceed at your own risk ⛔️
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