A wool garment can be enjoyed for years with thoughtful care. The most useful habit is simple: check the sewn-in care label before cleaning. Different woven fabrics, knitted styles and finishes need different treatment.

Refresh before you wash

Wool does not need washing after every wear. Let your ruana, scarf or sweater air in a dry, sheltered place, away from strong heat. Make sure it is completely dry before putting it away.

For a small mark, gentle spot cleaning may be enough. Blot rather than rub, and avoid soaking a large area unnecessarily. If you are unsure, ask a professional cleaner for advice.

Caring for tweed ruanas and capes

We recommend dry cleaning for our tweed ruanas and capes. It helps preserve the shape, drape and finish of the woven fabric. Tell your cleaner that the garment is wool, and follow the instructions on its label.

Avoid hot water, vigorous rubbing, wringing and tumble drying. These can shrink or felt wool and change how the garment hangs. If you are considering hand washing a particular wrap, contact us with the style you purchased first.

Caring for Aran sweaters and cardigans

Follow the garment label. Where hand washing is permitted, use cool water and a detergent intended for wool, handle gently and avoid sudden temperature changes. Do not twist or wring. Support the garment when wet, gently press out moisture and reshape it to dry flat away from direct heat.

Our wool knitwear care video offers a visual guide. Use it alongside the instructions for your own garment.

Storage and everyday wear

Fold knitwear rather than leaving it on a hanger for long periods. Store clean, fully dry wool in a dry place. Take care with rough bag straps, sharp jewellery and brooches, which can catch fibres.

A little surface fluff can occur as wool is worn. Avoid pulling at it or using an aggressive brush. Ask us about the particular fabric before using a grooming tool on a new garment.

Choose a wool layer you will enjoy wearing

Explore our Irish wool ruanas, wool shawls and Aran sweaters. For help choosing a wrap, read our ruana buying guide.

Made with care in County Kerry. From our family to yours.