The short answer: wash gently in cool water, never wring, air dry, and expect a bra to give its best for six to nine months of regular wear.

How to wash a SHAPE bra

Hand wash or a gentle machine cycle both work. Use cool water, never hot, and never wring or squeeze the bra hard, because any elastic fabric loses its stretch faster when it is wrung. Hang it to dry in the air, away from direct heat.

How long a bra lasts

With regular wear, six to nine months. Losing a little stretch over time is natural elasticity, not a defect. If the band has stretched and the bra rides up, it is time to re-check your size or replace it: see the SHAPE size chart explained.

The band rolls or folds at the bottom

That is usually a strap adjustment, not a fault. Loosen or tighten the straps and try again. If it continues, the band size may be wrong: check your size or ask us on WhatsApp.

Pads and washing

Care differs by style, so if you are unsure whether to remove the pads before washing yours, send the product name to us on WhatsApp and the team will tell you for that exact bra.

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