Hand-washing is recommended, but pros say the gentle cycle can also work.

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Luxury bedding deserves the VIP treatment. There’s nothing quite like slipping into bed and feeling the cool, buttery softness of silk sheets against your skin. They’re the epitome of bedtime ...

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Ever take your favourite jumper out of the washing machine only to discover that it has shrunk into doll-size or lost its shape? While machines are good for everyday wear, they can destroy delicate ...