GARMENT CARE

Busnel creates high quality garments since 1920 from the most carefully chosen combinations of materials. Our garments can last a lifetime if you take good care of them. For the love of quality and the love of the planet, we at Busnel want to give you our best garment care recommendations.

garment Care recommendations

We use wool in countless of ways because of it's stretchiness, elegance and warmth. Wool is hundred percent natural and it's insulating properties makes it a great material to use for our knitwear and jackets. Some of our most iconic garments are made of 100% wool and those require gentle treatment to retain their strength. 

Care instructions:
For our coats and jackets we recommend dry cleaning. Note that most garments should only be dry cleaned once a season to preserve their properties
Hand washing is possible for our indoor garments if the care label say so. Only with the usage of cold water to avoid shrinkage. Above all, never twist the garment with your hands, as it may become deformed.
When drying your woolen garments, make sure they dry flat or with a towel, in the open air and away from the sun. You can iron your woolen garment inside out, with a medium heat and we recommend the usage of a damp cloth in between
Store the woolen garment folded out flat rather than on a hanger, in order to preserve their shape. Before putting it back in the wardrobe, make sure the sweater is clean and completely dry, to keep shape and avoid clothing moths that love luxurious fabrics

Merino wool is the finest wool there is. We often use it for cardigans, dresses and skirts and it requires delicate care. Extra fine merino is what we at Busnel call ultrafine wool due to its fine texture and luster. It is nearly irresistible to pilling even after repeated washes.

Care instructions:
For our coats and jackets we recommend dry cleaning. Note that most garments should only be dry cleaned once a season to preserve their properties
Hand washing is possible for our indoor garments, only with the usage of cold water to avoid shrinkage. Above all, never twist the garment with your hands, as it may become deformed
When drying your woolen garments, make sure they dry flat or with a towel, in the open air and away from the sun. You can iron your woolen garment inside out, with a medium heat and we recommend the usage of a damp cloth in between
Store the woolen garment folded out flat rather than on a hanger, in order to preserve their shape. Before putting it back in the wardrobe, make sure the sweater is clean and completely dry, to keep shape and avoid clothing moths that love luxurious fabrics

Cashmere is wonderfully soft and it is particularly known for its warmth and lightness. If cared for properly, a cashmere sweater can last a lifetime. Cashmere is an animal fiber that needs to be handled gently and we recommend you to wash it as little as possible.

Care instructions:
We recommend dry cleaning for all cashmere garments
It is possible to hand wash cashmere garments though one must be careful in order to preserve the properties. Wash in cold water, be gentle and do not twist the material or else it will loose its original shape
Cashmere garments should never be put in a dryer. Note to dry cashmere flat and be sure to keep it away from direct sunlight
We recommend that you iron your garment with medium heat, inside out and note to never use the iron directly on the fabric, always use a cloth in between
Never hang cashmere sweaters
Unfortunately pilling is unavoidable due to its nature of character, though it tends to decrease after a few washes.

Down can be a very effective and good protector from the cold weather. However, when a down jacket gets wet, it’s in need for some extra care. To prevent your down jacket from getting damaged you can look at the following instructions.

Care instructions:
Dry clean your down garment, in order for the details to keep their quality.
The more you wash your garment the more it will affect the performance and look of it.
If your down jacket gets wet, always hang it up in order to prevent unwanted smell.

Our leather is soft, durable and flexible, yet it is a living material that requires delicate care. A leather garment tends to form after its owner and can last many years.

Care instructions:
A stained leather garment is easiest managed by gently rubbing it with a tissue. If the issue remains, we recommend dry cleaning at a leather specialist
The garment’s lifetime can be extended with the usage of specific leather oil. It will prevent drying and improve water resistance
We do not recommend that you wash your leather garment at home and it must not be exposed for a longer period in direct sunlight, or it may get bleached

Silk is noble, delicate and suitable for all seasons due to its mixed personality of being breathable in summer and insulating in winter. Silk is among the world’s oldest clothing material and created when mulberry silkworms’ form their cocoons. If taken good care of, the material is strong, elastic and excellent at obtaining its color and shine.

Care instructions:
We recommend dry cleaning for all of our silk garments.
Hand washing is possible though it is important to avoid soaking silk before washing, and the temperature of the water ought to be low. Silk garments should be washed as little as possible to keep their natural properties
Pure silk dries quickly and the garments should never be put in a dryer. Pre-dry it gently in a towel and then finish drying the garment on a hanger
Note that silk is fragile and we recommend that you iron your garment at low temperature, and without steam. Iron inside out and always use a cloth in between.
Store your silk garments on a hanger and avoid direct sunlight. Be careful when wearing silk and do not use perfume direct on the garment

Cotton is comfortable and easy to maintain which makes it a perfect fit for our soft indoor garments. It has a high absorption capacity, is suitable for all seasons though it requires gentle treatment to avoid shrinkage and wrinkles. 

Care instructions:
For delicate patterns, embroidery or stains we recommend dry cleaning. Cotton can withstand machine washing, though we recommend a maximum temperature of 40 degrees. To best preserve your garment, we recommend you wash it in a special fabric cover or washing bag. Certain cotton garments will shrink the first time they are washed
Even though machine drying usually is suitable for cotton, we recommend a gentle drying in the open air. This will make the garment last longer. Note that over drying cotton will encourage shrinkage, if you machine dry cotton garments, it ought to be at a lower heat
We recommend that you store cotton garments folded, laying flat. Hanged cotton garments might stretch and loose their shape
Unfortunately cotton wrinkles, and 100% cotton garments must be ironed regularly to keep their appearance. Always iron inside out, use a medium temperature setting. Steaming is a successful way to remove wrinkles

Viscose is absorbent, breathable and comfortable to wear. It has a silky appearance and feel, though it is man-made. We use it for lightweight garments due to its lightness and ability to breathe.

Care instructions:
We recommend a gentle cold machine wash, inside out, for your viscose garments. We advise dry cleaning for certain viscose garments in order to avoid shrinkage. Hand washing is possible, though it requires a gentle hand due to the fabric’s fragile character
Viscose garments are best stored hanging, away from direct sunlight
Similar to silk, viscose should be ironed at a low temperature, without steam. Iron inside out and always use a cloth in between. Viscose tends to grow when worn; ironing will restore its original size.

Velvet could be one of the softest and most luxury looking fabrics. Our velvet products are made of silk velvet, in order to present a shimmering and elegant look.

Care instructions:
Due to the delicate fabric of velvet, we recommend to dry clean your garment. However, frequently washing is not advised in order for the fabric to attain its look.
If your velvet garment has lost its sheen or if you want to remove creases then try using a steamer.
Never iron velvet, the heat can ruin the fabric.
Store velvet carefully, do not fold it, that can create creases in the fabric.

We are only using extra fine polyester with a silk impression. Polyester fibers are strong, resistant and do not shrink or stretch, namely if you care for it right. Furthermore, it’s quick drying and stays in its shape.

Care instructions:
Before washing turn your polyester garment inside out.
When washing, to best preserve your polyester garment we recommend a temperature of 30 degrees.
To protect quality, we recommend to air dry the garment.

Our fur garments are made of lamb fur and have a unique softness and warmth. The fur originates from Turkey and are made of left overs pieces.

Care instructions:
The garment ought to be ventilated regularly, preferably on a hanger
If the fur is stained, we recommend that you take the garment to a fur specialist. Do not clean your fur at home
Avoid water contact as it may destroy the fur. The usage of a hair dryer is not recommended or direct heat of any kind. If the fur is completely soaked it may be a good idea to take it to a professional fur cleaner
Do not use perfume directly on the garment 

Several of our collections are made of carefully chosen combinations of materials. By combining materials we also combine their characteristics, for example warmth and resistance. A general rule when caring for garments made of fabric blends is to refer to the most delicate fabric in the blend. For instance, a blend of wool and cashmere is best treated as if it were a cashmere only garment.

Do you have a questions regarding the care for Busnel garments? Please do not hesitate to get in touch with our skilled customer service team at online@busnel.se