How to Care For Your Huipil
A huipil is a handwoven, hand-embroidered artifact of time and skill. With a little attention, it will last for generations.
Wash Less Frequently
Avoid washing your huipil after every wear. Instead, hang it in a well-ventilated, shaded area to freshen it up.
Hand Wash Only
Never use a washing machine. Submerge the garment in cool or room-temperature water using a mild, pH-neutral liquid detergent or baby shampoo.
Do Not Scrub or Wring
Gently swish the garment in the water. Avoid rubbing the embroidered sections against each other, as this will fray the threads. Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
The Towel Roll Method
To remove excess water, lay the huipil flat on a clean, dry towel. Roll the towel up with the garment inside and press gently to absorb the moisture. Never twist or wring out the fabric.
Air Dry in the Shade
Unroll and lay the garment flat on a drying rack or hang it up to dry. Keep it entirely out of direct sunlight, as UV rays will rapidly fade the vibrant, hand-dyed colors.
Iron on Reverse
If you need to press out wrinkles, turn the huipil completely inside out. Use a medium-low heat setting and place a protective barrier (like a thin cotton pressing cloth or parchment paper) between the iron and the fabric to safeguard the embroidery.
Do Not Pull
Because huipiles are hand-loomed and often vintage, loose threads are a natural occurrence. Pulling them can compromise the structural integrity of the weave.
Snag or Snip
If a thread has formed a loop, use a specialized textile tool like a "Snag Nab It" to gently pull the loop back to the interior side of the fabric. If a thread is broken and hanging loose, carefully clip it short near the base with small embroidery scissors so it is flush with the textile.
Wear it with intention.
Every Girasol piece connects you to the hands that made it. Care for it gently, and it will carry its story forward for years to come.
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