A sequin dress in Australia brings a bit of sparkle to your wardrobe but it needs some special care to keep them bright and shiny. How you care for your sequin dress depends on the type of fabric under the sequins, the design of the dress and the number of sequins attached.
Caring for clothes with sequins
The first thing is to check the label on the garment to see recommendations from the manufacturer. Some sequin dresses are hand washable or machine washable while others are dry clean only. You might be experienced at doing laundry but always believe the label.
Most sequins won’t be ruined by gentle washing but the base fabric can be damaged by washing. When cleaning sequin dresses, it depends on whether the sequins are attached with glue or thread. During dry cleaning, some glues will melt. Professional dry cleaners know how to properly clean the sequin dress. If you bought your sequin dress online in Australia, you can consult the seller on how to clean the dress.
Replacing sequins on dresses
If the sequins on your dress are loose, you can reattach them with a thread. Use a thread that matches the sequins and a very thin needle to replace the sequins. Tie a knot on your thread and draw it to the surface from the fabric’s wrong side. Reattach the loose sequins using tiny stitches. Fabric glue can also do a good job when it comes to replacing the sequins.
When replacing sequins on your sequin dress in Australia, use the least amount possible of the glue and allow it to dry before wearing the dress. Some types of fabric glue are permanent but most of them will not hold up to washing. This means that you should hand wash the cloth every time or you be prepared to replace the sequins after washing.
