Love the Stretch. Keep the Fit.
How to Care for Your Amy Sport Performance Fabrics
Great fit deserves great care.
Stretch performance fabrics are designed to move with you, hold their shape, and feel comfortable throughout the day. The secret to keeping them looking and fitting their best? A little attention on laundry day.
Many performance fabrics contain spandex, also known as elastane, which gives garments their flexibility and helps them return to their original shape. Heat, harsh chemicals, and excessive friction can gradually break down those fibers.
Here’s how to keep your favorite Amy Sport pieces in rotation for seasons to come.
1. Keep It Cool
Cold water is your performance wardrobe’s best friend.
- Wash in cold water on a gentle cycle.
- Separate dark and light colors.
- Turn garments inside out to protect prints and finishes.
- Use a mesh laundry bag for delicate pieces.
2. Go Easy on the Detergent
A little goes a long way.
Choose a mild detergent and avoid fabric softeners and chlorine bleach. Fabric softeners can leave a coating on certain performance fabrics, while bleach can weaken stretch fibers and affect color.
3. Skip the Heat
High temperatures are particularly tough on spandex.
Air drying is generally the best choice for preserving elasticity, shape, and color.
- Hang lightweight garments in a shaded, ventilated area.
- Lay heavier pieces flat when needed to prevent stretching.
- Smooth and reshape garments while damp.
- Avoid tumble drying and ironing unless the garment’s care label specifically permits them.
4. Treat Your Prints with Care
We love a great print, and we want yours to stay beautiful.
Washing garments inside out, avoiding abrasive items such as denim and exposed zippers, and keeping them out of prolonged direct sunlight while drying can help preserve their appearance.
5. Always Check the Label
Not all performance fabrics are created equal. Special finishes, linings, trims, and fabric constructions may require different care.
Always follow the care instructions on your individual Amy Sport garment.
Built on Fit. Made to Last.
At Amy Sport, fit is where everything begins. Taking care of your garments helps preserve the stretch, shape, and comfort that make them favorites in the first place.
Source & Fabric Care Reference
This article was developed using general stretch-fabric care guidance published by EBI Fabrics Corp.
Read EBI Fabrics’ original article: How to Wash and Dry Stretch Fabrics with Spandex.
Care recommendations are general. Always follow the instructions on your garment’s care label.