Welcome to Hervé Léger Sale For, your destination for exquisite bandage dresses and evening knits. To ensure your stretch knits remain in pristine condition, follow these care guidelines:
- Washing: Hand wash in cold water with a gentle detergent. Avoid bleach to preserve the fabric's integrity.
- Drying: Lay flat to dry. Do not wring or twist the fabric, as this can cause distortion.
- Ironing: If necessary, use a low heat setting. Place a cloth between the iron and the fabric to prevent damage.
- Storage: Store your knits flat or hang them on padded hangers to maintain their shape. Avoid folding to prevent creases.
- Avoiding Pilling: To reduce pilling, avoid friction with rough surfaces and wash with similar fabrics.
By following these simple care tips, you can enjoy your Hervé Léger stretch knits for years to come. For more styling advice and size guidance, explore our collection today.
Beyond the Basics: Keeping Bandage Knits Sculpted Between Wears
Bandage dresses rely on a blend of rayon, nylon and spandex knitted into firm bands, and the elastane in that mix is what gives the dress its hold. Elastane is sensitive to heat, chlorine, body oils and prolonged tension, so most long-term care comes down to protecting the stretch fibres rather than the surface of the fabric.
Between wears
- Air it out first. After an evening out, turn the dress inside out and let it rest on a flat surface for a few hours before putting it away. This lets moisture evaporate and reduces the need for frequent washing.
- Spot clean where possible. Makeup around the neckline or a small drink splash can often be lifted with a damp cloth and a drop of mild detergent, dabbed rather than rubbed.
- Keep perfume and lotion off the fabric. Apply fragrance and body products before dressing and let them absorb, since oils and alcohol can weaken elastic fibres over time.
Storage over the long term
If you hang a bandage dress, choose a padded or velvet hanger and check that the weight is not pulling at the shoulders. For dresses you wear only occasionally, folding loosely in thirds with acid-free tissue between the layers is often kinder than hanging for months. Store away from direct sunlight and radiators, both of which can fade colour and dry out stretch fibres. A breathable cotton garment bag is preferable to plastic, which traps humidity.
Signs a knit needs attention
Watch for bands that feel looser at the hips or hem, small loops where a thread has snagged, or a shine appearing on high-friction areas. Snags should never be cut; gently ease the loop back to the inside with a needle. If a seam or band has lost its tension, a tailor experienced with knitwear is the safest option, and for heavily embellished pieces a specialist dry cleaner who handles delicate knits is worth consulting.
Fit also affects longevity: a dress that is too small strains the bands every time it is worn. Our size guide explains how to measure for a close but comfortable fit, and the lookbook shows how to style pieces so they get worn, aired and rotated rather than overstretched.
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