Your Boem piece needs special care. It has been dyed by hand, therefore irregularities in colour and imperfections will occur, this is the desired effect. Raw linen is slubby and rough in texture and creases with wear, this is a desired effect of linen. This garment will age with wear, after washing the colour will lighten and a vintage stonewashed effect will occur, this is a desired effect and not a fault or defect.
The fringing on the hems are protected by guard stitches and will not continue to fray, however they will become irregular and appear clumped after washing, this is a desired effect. Linen stiffens after washing and line drying, however softens again with wear or after a steam iron.

This garment has been hand dyed, hand dying fades faster than machine dyed fabrics- DO NOT LEAVE IN SUNLIGHT AT ANY TIME. If you look after your Boem garment as instructed, it will last and wear beautifully.
Do not hot wash, cold machine wash on a gentle cycle. Use a gentle detergent (chemical free is our choice).
Do not bleach, Do not dry clean, Do not spot clean, Do not soak, Do not tumble dry. Do not place in filtered or direct sunlight, store is a dark place as hand dying fades. Lie flat in the shade. Iron according to linen settings on iron, steam is good.

Dunk dyed items will have colour bleed to the non dyed area, wash strictly on a cold wash to minimise
Linen is subject to up to 5% shrinkage after washing, it will return to its original size and shape after a steam iron or after wear.
Look after your Boem product, its very special and guaranteed to last if you adhere to the above care instructions.

Bronze

Bronze is a live alloy of metals and it reacts differently depending on your skin’s pH level. Some people may notice their jewellery pieces will get darker over time while others will see them become shinier with wear.

Because of the copper content in bronze, sometimes wearing bronze jewellery can cause your skin to turn green where it touches the metal. This green staining is not harmful to the skin, nor is it permanent. It can be easily washed off with soap and water. You can have your bronze jewellery sealed with clear nail polish to prevent your skin from turning green.

To clean your bronze jewellery, apply some mild soap to the piece, and rub it to take out any dirt that has accumulated. Rinse it with water and dry it using a towel.

Bronze jewellery may tarnish with time and wear. You can restore your jewellery’s original, shiny look by removing the patina with a mix of 2 to 3 tablespoons of baking soda and lemon juice. Rub the paste onto your jewellery using a cloth or a toothbrush until the item is clean – then rinse it and dry it with a cloth. If the patina is persistent, you might need to repeat the process until the tarnish goes away. You can also soak the piece in vinegar for about 20 minutes before cleaning it.

When taking off your bronze jewellery after wearing it, wipe the piece clean with a soft cloth before storing it. This will help remove any traces of oils from your skin. You can keep your jewellery piece in its original bag to slow down the formation of patina.

Silver

Clean your silver jewellery with a mild soap and water solution, then pat dry it with a soft cloth. For more stubborn dirt, use a cleaner designed for silver use.

If your silver jewellery has tarnished, you can use a tarnish-removing polishing cream to remove the black coating. For persistent tarnish, you may also use a silver cleaning dip. Line a glass container with aluminium foil, pour some hot water and add one or two tablespoons of salt and baking soda. Leave your silver piece in the dip for about five minutes, then rinse it with water and dry it using a soft cloth.

Don’t use toothpaste to clean your silver jewellery as it can be too abrasive and cause damage. Don’t wear your silver jewellery in chlorinated water or when working with household chemicals.

Store your jewellery piece in a cool, dry place, preferably in its original bag or wrapped in a soft piece of felt to slow down tarnishing.

Leather

Quality leather only gets better with time and wear. It becomes softer, develops a beautiful patina and can last a lifetime if looked after properly.

Clean your leather item regularly with a soft brush or cloth. If your bag or shoes get wet, blot away water or moisture as soon as possible. Do not use artificial heat. Instead, absorb as much water as possible with a thick microfiber hand towel and allow the item to air dry.

Remove stains as soon as you notice them. Organic stains from food can often be removed with chalk powder. Crush white chalk, let it sit on the stain overnight and dust it off with a clean cloth. Waxes or silicone products clog up leather pores and may render them unable to be cleaned in the future.

To keep leather supple, you may use a specialised leather conditioner every 3 to 6 months. Test any conditioners, cleaners, polishes or wax in a hidden spot beforehand.

Denim

Try not to wash your jeans too often to maintain their fit. You can clean stains using mild soap and a damp cloth. Washing them with cold water protects against fading and shrinking. Ideally turn your jeans inside out and avoid harsher soaps to preserve its original colour.

Line-dry your jeans in a shady space whenever possible. This helps preserve the fit and avoids possible fading, shrinkage, or fabric warping.