{"id":53627,"date":"2020-12-13T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-13T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/?p=53627"},"modified":"2025-12-09T20:11:07","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T20:11:07","slug":"how-to-care-for-your-aerie-sweaters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/2020\/12\/13\/how-to-care-for-your-aerie-sweaters\/","title":{"rendered":"How To: Care for Your Aerie Sweaters"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>During these chilly winter months, nothing is better than a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/us\/en\/c\/aerie\/tops\/sweaters-cardigans\/cat5090139?icid=aerie_Social_WP_201208_09\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cozy Aerie sweater<\/a>! Whether it\u2019s a wool cardigan or cozy chenille sweater, a little attention can go a long way in maintaining your favorite knits. We want you to enjoy your sweater for ALAP (as long as possible), so that\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together this sweater care guide. Read on below to see our top tips on caring for all your fave sweaters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color\" id=\"h-read-the-label\" style=\"color:#328648\">Read the Label<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>We get it \u2013 who really wants to read those tiny laundry labels? But trust us, it\u2019s worth it for specific sweater care instructions. Every sweater is made a little differently, whether it\u2019s a plush cotton knit, a lightweight blend, or that ultra-soft chenille we all love. The care label is your cheat sheet to keep your sweater in top shape. It\u2019ll let you know whether to wash by hand, toss it in the machine, or if dry cleaning is your sweater\u2019s BFF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color\" id=\"h-don-t-overwash\" style=\"color:#328648\">Don&#8217;t Overwash<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Confession: You don\u2019t need to wash your sweater after every single wear. In fact, sweaters, especially those cozy oversized ones, don\u2019t like being washed too often. Washing sweaters too much can make it lose its shape and softness. Instead, air them out after each wear, and only wash when they\u2019re really in need of a refresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color\" id=\"h-be-gentle\" style=\"color:#328648\">Be Gentle<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Being gentle with your sweaters is key for making them last long and stay cozy. Both the washer and the dryer can be harsh on sweaters if you use too high a setting, so picking the right way to wash and dry your sweater is KEY to retaining the softness we all love. You can always opt to hand wash them, but if you\u2019re in a pinch\u2014be sure to wash them on the gentle cycle in your washing machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/us\/en\/c\/aerie\/tops\/sweaters-cardigans\/cat5090139?icid=aerie_Social_WP_201208_09\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_2.jpg\" alt=\"Handwashing sweater in sink.\" class=\"wp-image-53707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_2.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_2.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_2.jpg?resize=505,505 505w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_2.jpg?resize=584,584 584w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_2.jpg?resize=210,210 210w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/us\/en\/c\/aerie\/tops\/sweaters-cardigans\/cat5090139?icid=aerie_Social_WP_201208_09\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_1.jpg\" alt=\"Dryer set to light for delicates.\" class=\"wp-image-53706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_1.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_1.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_1.jpg?resize=505,505 505w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_1.jpg?resize=584,584 584w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_1.jpg?resize=210,210 210w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color\" id=\"h-dry-sweaters-flat\" style=\"color:#328648\">Dry Sweaters Flat<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The golden rule of sweater care: never hang them up to dry! If you hang your sweaters to dry, the weight of the wet fabric can cause stretching and misshaping. When drying your sweater, we recommend using a drying rack, or drying them flat on a clean towel. This keeps your sweater looking cute and ready for the next wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/us\/en\/c\/aerie\/tops\/sweaters-cardigans\/cat5090139?icid=aerie_Social_WP_201208_09\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_3.jpg\" alt=\"An Aerie sweater drying flat on a clean towel.\" class=\"wp-image-53709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_3.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_3.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_3.jpg?resize=505,505 505w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_3.jpg?resize=584,584 584w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_3.jpg?resize=210,210 210w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color\" id=\"h-fold-to-store\" style=\"color:#328648\">Fold to Store<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Even when dry, hanging up your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/us\/en\/c\/aerie\/tops\/sweaters-cardigans\/cat5090139?icid=aerie_Social_WP_201208_09\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sweaters<\/a> can cause stretching, snags, and even holes. When storing your sweaters, be sure to fold them so they retain their shape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/us\/en\/c\/aerie\/tops\/sweaters-cardigans\/cat5090139?icid=aerie_Social_WP_201208_09\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_5.jpg\" alt=\"Folding an Aerie sweater in a drawer.\" class=\"wp-image-53711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_5.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_5.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_5.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_5.jpg?resize=505,505 505w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_5.jpg?resize=584,584 584w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_5.jpg?resize=210,210 210w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do decide to hang them, be sure to drape them over the hanger (see below!) rather than hanging them from the neckline as you would traditionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_4.jpg\" alt=\"An Aerie sweater draped over a hanger.\" class=\"wp-image-53710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_4.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_4.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_4.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_4.jpg?resize=505,505 505w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_4.jpg?resize=584,584 584w, https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SweaterCare_4.jpg?resize=210,210 210w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color\" id=\"h-taking-proper-sweater-care\" style=\"color:#328648\">Taking Proper Sweater Care<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking proper care of your sweaters will keep them looking great and feeling cozy season after season. With just a little extra TLC, you\u2019ll extend the lifespan of your favorite knits and get to enjoy their comfy softness without worry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What steps are you going to be taking to care for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/us\/en\/c\/aerie\/tops\/sweaters-cardigans\/cat5090139?icid=aerie_Social_WP_201208_09\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aerie sweaters<\/a>? Comment below &amp; tell us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want more care tips? Check to our leggings guide <a data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"50772\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ae.com\/aerie-real-life\/2020\/08\/20\/how-to-care-for-your-offline-activewear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During these chilly winter months, nothing is better than a cozy Aerie sweater! Whether it\u2019s a wool cardigan or cozy chenille sweater, a little attention can go a long way in maintaining your favorite knits. 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