How to Care for an Evening Dress After the Occasion. Look after a beautiful dress as you would a beautiful garment, in order to wear it again next season!
Treat Stains Before They Set
Stains on the hem and bodice of your Ascot Dress need to be treated as soon as you get home. Dab any grass, champagne or foundation marks with a clean cloth and some cold water.
Clean the Dress by Fabric Type
Silk and chiffon can be dry cleaned professionally, or washed by hand in cool water using a delicate detergent. Cotton and structured crepe can be cleaned and washed on a gentle cycle using a machine.
Dry and Press Without Damage
Hanging your dress in the storage area to dry will ensure that it does not fade from direct sunlight. Always press your dress on a low heat using a clean cotton cloth to stop the fabric from getting damaged.
Use the Right Hanger and Garment Bag
You need to store your dress on a good quality padded satin hanger and then put it in a good quality garment bag made of cotton. Breathable is key to good storage. For Royal Ascot Outfits, see www.aimeejoycelondon.com/ready-to-wear/elegant-dresses-for-ascot/.
Pack Accessories Safely Alongside It
For hats for Royal Ascot, store your fascinator or hat carefully. Wrap it in acid-free tissue paper and put it in a hard box. Store your dress in the same place as your hat and make sure it is easy to find next year.
Next year your dress will still look as great as it did on the day of the event if it is correctly stored.
