Posted: Jan 14, 2021 5:18 PM ET | Last Updated: January 14 comments
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For many of us, our winter coat is the one garment we re wearing every day during the cold-weather months; and often, it s also one of the priciest pieces in our wardrobes. So while the typical coat doesn t need to be laundered very often, to keep your parka looking great for many years you ll want to address any stains immediately, and then give it a proper clean before storing it away at the end of winter.
Most dry cleaners now offer specialty cleaning services for insulated outerwear, but this convenient option can be pricey, and the maintenance costs do quickly add up if you re looking to clean your parka more than once per year, like mid-season or after a particularly messy outing. Luckily, it s possible to safely machine wash most parkas (and puffer coats and snowsuits) on your own it s simply a matter of reading labels closely and approaching the task with care.