How do you care for a virgin wool shirt?
A rare material that requires special care
Less common in a shirt than cotton or linen, virgin wool provides incomparable softness and warmth. Reserved for a selection of models at Figaret, this material transforms the shirt into an almost precious garment. Such refinement deserves a level of care to match.
Air out rather than wash
Virgin wool has the rare quality of being partially self-cleaning in the open air: after each wear, it is often enough to hang the shirt on a hanger in a ventilated area for it to regain its freshness and shape. This simple step allows you to space out washings significantly, which is actually the best way to preserve the fiber.
Wash with care
When washing becomes necessary, virgin wool should be treated in cold water, ideally by hand or on a dedicated wool cycle, using a specific detergent. Vigorous spin-drying must be avoided: wet wool is fragile and can be irreversibly deformed by twisting or heat.
Dry flat, never hang while wet
Unlike cotton or linen, a wet virgin wool shirt should never be hung on a hanger: its own weight would cause it to stretch. It should be dried flat, on a towel, away from any direct heat source, until completely dry.
Iron at low temperature, always protected
Ironing virgin wool should be done at a low temperature, with the shirt covered by a thin cloth or pressing cloth to avoid any shine or iron marks. A light pass with steam, without direct contact, is often enough to restore the shirt's shape without risking damage to the fiber.
A piece to be preserved over time
This special care explains why virgin wool remains a material reserved for select styles at Figaret: it requires attention that few fabrics demand, but in return, it offers an elegance and warmth that few fabrics can match.
