The classic tweed jacket is a fashion staple for both men and women alike that will never lose relevancy. Achieving the perfectly polished look with a hint of playfulness to be found in its multi-colored yarns, we want this investment piece to stand the test of time! Avoid the premature wear and tear experienced at the dry cleaners and, if possible, wash tweed at home with our enzyme-free Wool & Cashmere Shampoo for the gentlest and most effective clean! Not entirely certain which elements deem a tweed washable versus dry clean only? Read on!
How To Identify Tweed Tweed is a multi-colored and irregularly spun yarn that's often knitted into sweaters, jackets, and pants. Either 100% wool or a blend of wool/rayon or wool/acrylic, this fabric can be identified by its subtle, multi-colored yarns woven into twill or plain weave fabrics, specific checks and plaids, and coarse texture. Pictured below are two different variations of this fabric.
Can It Be Washed? The fabric itself, either wool or a wool blend, is highly washable and can be cared for according to the instructions for washing woolens. The construction of the garment needs to be considered when deciding whether or not a tweed piece can be washed. The jacket pictured above is beautifully washed as it does not have reinforced structure. Men's tweed jackets often times cannot be washed however as they are constructed with interfacing, pad stitched lapels, and shoulder pads. When wet, these pieces can become distorted and result in the puckering of the outer fabric. The diagram below notes where such interfacing and structure can be found in a traditional men's jacket or sport coat. To Wash Tweed:
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