How to Wash Clothes with Prints, Rhinestones, and Lace
Bold prints, intricate lace, and eye-catching rhinestones can elevate your outfit — but they also require a little extra care in the laundry room. If you want your detailed pieces to last, it’s important to wash them the right way. At Boneflagger Store, we craft designs that stand out — and with proper maintenance, they’ll stand the test of time, too.
Here’s how to properly wash clothes with printed designs, delicate lace, or embellishments like rhinestones, so they stay as bold and beautiful as the day you bought them.
1. Always Read the Care Label
Before anything else, check the care instructions on the label. Some pieces may require hand washing or dry cleaning to preserve delicate features. When in doubt, choose the gentlest method.
2. Turn Inside Out Before Washing
For printed graphics or rhinestone embellishments:
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Turn garments inside out to reduce friction against other clothes.
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This helps preserve the vibrancy of prints and prevents stones or studs from falling off.
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Essential for Boneflagger’s graphic-heavy pieces and statement shirts from Boneflagger.com.
3. Use a Mesh Laundry Bag
Place lace, rhinestone, or print-heavy items in a mesh laundry bag before washing.
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It keeps fabrics from snagging or tangling with zippers and buttons.
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Also prevents rhinestones from catching on other garments or being knocked loose.
4. Choose a Gentle Wash Cycle
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Use the delicate or hand-wash cycle with cold water.
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Avoid high-spin settings — they can pull at lace, crack prints, or damage attachments.
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Use a mild, fragrance-free detergent to protect fabric and finishes.
5. Skip the Dryer — Air Dry Instead
Heat from dryers can melt adhesives, loosen stones, and fade prints.
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Lay garments flat to dry on a clean towel or hang in a shaded area.
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Avoid direct sunlight, which can dull graphics and discolor lace.
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Never wring or twist lace — press it gently with a towel to remove excess water.
6. Spot Clean When Possible
If only a small area is dirty:
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Spot clean with a damp cloth and gentle detergent.
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Avoid soaking the entire garment if the rest is clean — this preserves delicate trims and designs.
With a little extra care, your printed, embellished, and lace-detailed pieces can stay sharp, structured, and statement-worthy. Whether it’s a rhinestone-lined graphic tee or a lace-accented top from Boneflagger Store, treating your clothes right keeps them looking their best wear after wear.
Explore more durable, detail-driven designs made to stand out — and last — at Boneflagger.com. Because true style lives in the details, and those details deserve to shine.
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