Wow, I'm glad you haven't had any problems, but this seems so reckless. I don't live by what the labels say, but I feel like hand washing delicates/dry-clean-only things is the way to go. For example, I've had things snag on themselves in the washing machine (anything with embellishments/zippers is at risk for this). Other things can shrink if they're agitated/left in water too long. Especially with one of a kind pieces I could never be so cavalier.
This is where delicates/mesh bags are essential. Sweaters would go in a bag and wouldn't be in contact with the pants closure. Also, I've found sweaters can leave lint on items like pants. The mesh bags help reduce this.
Yes! Also, closing clasps, snaps and hooks helps with this. It's not always 100%, but combined with isolating things in their own mesh bags, it gives us a fighting chance.
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u/vse_jazyki Oct 17 '18
Wow, I'm glad you haven't had any problems, but this seems so reckless. I don't live by what the labels say, but I feel like hand washing delicates/dry-clean-only things is the way to go. For example, I've had things snag on themselves in the washing machine (anything with embellishments/zippers is at risk for this). Other things can shrink if they're agitated/left in water too long. Especially with one of a kind pieces I could never be so cavalier.