Care Instructions
We all love beautiful, shining things and vegan vinyl, our signature material, is at its most extraordinary when it gleams.
To keep your sculptural vinyl pieces looking their best, we recommend using a specialist vinyl or PVC polish. Where possible, we include a complimentary 30ml bottle of our own polish with every order. Due to international shipping restrictions on liquids, this is not always possible however, suitable products are available from retailers worldwide.
All recommended polishes share the same application technique: use before and after wear. With consistent care, your pieces can remain in exceptional condition.
Polishing & Cleaning
Apply polish with microfibre cloth provided in gentle circular motions. Buff to a high shine. Clean and allow pieces to dry fully before storing. Polish before and after wear.
Storage
Store pieces flat or on a wide, padded hanger. Keep away from dark coloured garments particularly in humid conditions as vinyl, like latex and rubber, can absorb pigment from adjacent fabrics. A clean pillowcase makes an ideal protective cover.
Colour Transfer
Clear and light coloured vinyls are most susceptible to pigment transfer, both in storage and when worn alongside dark garments in warm environments. If transfer occurs, plain acetone may help lift surface marks though this is most effective before the pigment has fully absorbed. Act quickly, and always test on an inconspicuous area first.
If using a spray polish please spray a little directly onto the vinyl garment. With the microfibre cloth provided use one corner to rub and with the other corner wipe down the liquid polishing the garment. This will clean and polish your chosen piece and revive the stunning shine. If using the non spray please use a few drops onto the microfibre cloth then rub the vinyl. Again with the opposite side of the cloth wipe down. Please note all fabric garments we sell are from different luxury materials, as such please consult your nearest specialist dry cleaning service for advice or email us directly.
When possible your order will include a 30ml bottle of our own silicone oil spray shine. Due to shipping restrictions with each country has different rules it is not always possible to do this so the bellow products are what we recommend.
We recommend the following
Megular's Mirror Bright Vinyl & Rubber Treatment ( Cleans and shines scented)
Perv-O Shine (Cleans and shines great all round product)
Lynx Latex & Rubber Shine (Cleans and Shines)
Please note here are a some links for Vinyl PVC polish online retailers most of whom ship all over there world.
Recommended product: Black Beauty Latex Polish, Purse Shine.
https://www.amazon.com/Black-Beauty-7oz-Latex-Shiner/dp/B07XCY9DCR
https://elbowgreaselubricants.com/index.php/product/black-beauty-latex-polish-spray-bottle-7-oz/
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Beauty-7oz-Latex-Polish-For-Latex-Clothing/371342912025
The aim is to have my designs last for you in their beautiful original state. Please do not store in a plastic bag as that can imprint onto the vinyl / PVC. Also as above please do not store next to or pack with vivid colour or dark garment where there is moisture. The moisture can imprint the colour of the fabric onto the vinyl. It is especially important to avoid black garments as all black cloths release colour particularly under humid conditions. When packing in luggage my advice is that you pack our pieces wrapped in a white T shirt, pillow case or similar colour garment. If warping happens from being in a suitcase or extreme temperature, please allow the pieces to lay flat or hang on a hanger at room temperature for them to recover their original shape. For large sculpture pieces, they can easily recover their shape if dressed onto a mannequin. For headpieces I recommend a head stand. This also allows you to enjoy the sculptural design of the pieces within your living environment.
Strappe Collection Care
For our straps collection the easiest way to clean is first - Wipe down the webbing with a damp cloth to remove dirt. For tougher stains, use a mild soap solution then use clean water after on effected area. Towel dry the piece and allow to fully dry before putting away. Do avoid direct sunlight when drying. When putting away please store away from direct sunlight and do not place heavy its over the designs incase kinks occure. Please note the Straps material is very durable, the studding and hardware you need to avoid getting these wet as it can deteriorate. Dry these sections quickly with a dry cloth and hairdryer on mild heat from at least 15 cm away from item as the hardware can heat up to the touch. Makeup on these can usually be removed by using gentle acetone without moisturiser. Gently apply on the strapping to remove.
