Afar Garment Care Guide
Our garments are made from natural fibres designed to endure, soften, and evolve with you.
With thoughtful care, they remain timeless companions for many years.
The Fundamentals of Organic Fabric Care
Read the Care Label
Every Afar piece comes with tailored care instructions on the inside seam.
These reflect how each fabric has been tested for durability and appearance over time.
Following them helps preserve both structure and colour.
Wash Less
Washing too often shortens a garment’s life.
Air clothing between wears.
Freshen naturally in sunlight (turn garments inside out first).
Spot clean marks promptly with mild soap and water.
Wash Wisely (Fill Your Machine)
Wash similar colours together, whites, colours, darks.
Clean matching sets together to keep consistency.
Separate delicates from heavier fabrics like denim or towels.
Use a garment bag for delicate items.
Avoid overloading, it increases abrasion and wear.
Don’t Iron Unless Necessary
Wrinkles are part of the charm of natural fibres.
Steam to refresh between wears.
If ironing, do so while garments are slightly damp.
Protect delicate items by ironing inside out or with a cloth barrier.
Air Dry Rather Than Tumble Dry
Reshape seams while damp and hang to dry.
Sunlight brightens whites; dry colours in shade to avoid fading.
Avoid tumble drying, high heat shrinks and weakens fibres.
Use Biodegradable / Green Detergents
Choose gentle, biodegradable detergents.
Avoid bleach, fabric softeners, or optical brighteners.
For odour or bacteria, add diluted vinegar to the rinse (not for elasticated fabrics).
Caring for natural fabrics
From the everyday ease of cotton to the delicate refinement of silk, each fibre responds best to gentle handling. Our care guides offer simple, practical steps to help preserve the texture, tone, and life of your garments, so they remain part of your wardrobe for years to come. Because when cared for well, natural fibres only grow softer, stronger, and more beautiful.
Your Guide to Linen Care
Like all natural fibres, linen benefits from considered care. Proper washing, drying, and storage will protect the fabric’s structure, helping it retain its qualities and extend its life.
Your Guide to Cotton Care
While cotton is known for being easy to care for, it still benefits from thoughtful handling. Proper washing, drying, and storage help prevent shrinkage, maintain colour, and extend the life of your garments. This guide offers practical steps to ensure your organic cotton pieces remain staples in your wardrobe for years to come.
Your Guide To Silk Care
Silk’s delicacy also means it benefits from mindful care. With gentle washing, careful drying, and thoughtful storage, silk can remain soft, strong, and luminous for many years. This guide offers practical steps to protect your silk pieces and extend their life.
Your Guide To Cashmere Care
While luxurious by nature, cashmere responds best to gentle, regular care. With the right approach to washing, drying, de-pilling and storage, your garments will retain their softness and shape season after season.
Our Care & Repair Guarantee
At Afar, we believe that clothing should be lived in, cared for, and repaired, not replaced.
Our garments are designed to endure, to soften over time, to carry memory, and to move with you through many seasons.
This belief is at the heart of our Care & Repair Guarantee.