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" Taking proper care of your clothes doesn&amp;#039;t just leave them (and you) looking and feeling good, but it also saves money in the long run as you can wear your favourite pieces again and again. Check out our top tips for taking care of your most treasured items and solving your most troublesome wardrobe woes. The problem: Fading coloursThe solution: Wash with cold water Blacks and whites looking more like grey? Keep those colours looking bright and beautiful by washing your clothes in cold water and using less detergent. For printed shirts and jeans, turn them inside out to protect the colour even more. And remember that apart from intimates, most clothing can be worn 4\u20135 times without needing a wash and jeans even more infrequently. The problem: PillingThe solution: Read the label The easiest thing you can do to treat your garments well is to read the label \u2013 and actually follow the instructions! That means sorting your clothes by fabric and colour, and using the proper washing and drying time. Don&amp;#039;t forget to check the pockets \u2013 that hair pin or loose bit of change could cause a snag in your favourite jumper! The problem: Looser fitThe solution: Wash less frequently When you buy a form-fitting dress, you want it to stay that way! Try and launder your favourite items only when they really need it; most of the time, spot-treating them will do. And only dry clean on occasion \u2013 the process of washing with chemicals and pressing your clothing can damage the fabric. The problem: Stains on your favourite topThe solution: Prevent it from setting  Is there anything worse than spilling coffee on your brand new top? Don&amp;#039;t fret; as long as you get to the stain before it sets, chances are you&amp;#039;ll be able to wear the item again. Water is the safest ways to treat stains \u2013 just make sure that it isn&amp;#039;t too hot and that you gently dab the stain, never rub. For some stain removals, using salt or lemon juice may work best, but just be sure to test on an unobtrusive area first. For sweat stains, your deodorant could be the culprit so always let it dry properly before putting on clothes. The problem: Moth holesThe solution: Wood hangers Try using a drop of lavender oil on your shelf to keep bugs away, making sure that it doesn&amp;#039;t touch any fabric. Wood hangers made with cedar will also act as a repellent for moths. Another bonus? Unlike wire hangers, thicker hangers are less likely to stretch or damage clothing. The problem: Misshapen shoesThe solution: Invest in shoe trees Not only will shoe trees keep your favourite boots looking beautiful, but they&amp;#039;ll also absorb any excess moisture to keep your shoes nice and fresh. Win-win! By Alexia Dellner "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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