Fabric Care Guide
Gentle care for pieces made to last a lifetime.
Hand block printed textiles are living works of art. With a little care, your Kalamkaari piece will keep its colour, its gold and its beauty for years to come.
The Golden Rules
Four habits that protect every piece.
Dry Clean
Professional dry cleaning is the safest choice for all raw silk and taffeta silk pieces.
Avoid Sunlight
Dry and store away from direct sun to keep colours rich.
Iron on Reverse
Use a low heat on the reverse side to protect the print and gold.
Store in Cotton
Wrap in muslin or cotton, never plastic, so the fabric can breathe.
Do & Don't
A quick reference before you wash, press or store.
✓Do
- Dry clean raw silk and taffeta silk pieces with a trusted cleaner.
- If hand washing is unavoidable, use cold water and a mild, gentle detergent.
- Roll the fabric in a clean towel to remove excess water.
- Dry flat or on a hanger in the shade.
- Apply perfume and deodorant before you dress.
- Refold shawls along different lines from time to time.
✕Don't
- Wring, twist or scrub the fabric.
- Soak printed pieces for long periods.
- Use bleach or harsh detergents.
- Tumble dry or dry in direct sunlight.
- Iron directly onto gold prints or with high heat.
- Store in plastic bags or damp places.
Care by Piece
Select your piece for tailored advice.
Raw Silk Unstitched SuitsZarposh · Naqsh
Dry clean only. If unavoidable, hand wash gently in cold water and do not wring.
Iron on the reverse at a low silk setting, ideally with a pressing cloth.
Hang or fold in a muslin or cotton cover, away from sunlight.
Gold PrintsSignature Zarposh detailing
Always dry clean, and point out the gold print to your cleaner.
Never iron directly onto gold. Press from the reverse at low heat.
Fold with tissue between layers so the gold doesn't rub against itself.
Raw Silk ShawlsGulnaar
Dry clean only to protect the raw silk and hand block print.
Take care with jewellery, brooches and bag straps that may snag.
Fold loosely in muslin and refold along new lines now and then to avoid creases.
Table LinenMehfil · Taffeta Silk & Cotton
Dry clean only. Blot spills straight away with a clean, dry cloth; never rub.
Hand wash gently in cold water, separately, with a mild detergent. Dry in the shade.
Store flat or loosely rolled in a cotton cover to avoid sharp creases.
Need advice on a particular piece?
Our atelier is happy to guide you on caring for your Kalamkaari textile.