How to Care for Organic Cotton Wide Rib Booties

Quick answer

Wash organic cotton wide rib booties on a gentle cycle in cold water and air dry flat to preserve the rib structure and keep the tie laces secure.

Step-by-step care guide

1. 1. Pretreat stains gently: Spot clean any marks with a dab of mild baby detergent and cold water. Rub the fabric gently—never scrub hard. Harsh scrubbing can distort the rib knit and cause pilling.
2. 2. Wash in cold water on delicate cycle: Place the booties in a mesh laundry bag. Use a gentle, baby-safe detergent and set the machine to cold water and delicate or hand-wash cycle. Hot water can shrink the organic cotton and damage the Lycra stretch.
3. 3. Air dry flat, never in the dryer: Lay the booties flat on a clean towel away from direct sunlight. Reshape them gently while damp. Do not wring or twist. Dryer heat will break down the elastic fibers and may loosen the tie laces.
4. 4. Store loosely and avoid heavy stacking: Keep booties in a drawer or basket where they aren't crushed under heavier items. This helps maintain the rib structure. Pressing the booties flat for long periods can flatten the rib texture.

Product spotlight

• tie booties | water | organic cotton wide rib: Made from 93% organic cotton and 7% Lycra rib material. The Lycra gives the booties a snug, stretchy fit, but it also means high heat or harsh washing can break down the elastic over time.

  

• tie booties | water | organic cotton wide rib: Features cotton herringbone tie lace that is safely secured. The tie lace is a delicate trim; machine washing on a rough cycle can snag or loosen it, so gentle handling is key.