Saree, a traditional outfit which makes an Indian beauty looks astonishing and gorgeous is the first preference of all the Indian woman when it comes to traditional Indian wear. From Hema Malini, Rekha, to Vidya Balan, and Deepika Padukone, Bollywood celebrities confess so many time about their love for Silk sarees but to take care or maintain the silk sarees is one of the hectic tasks. You may have seen your grandma or mother taking care of silk sarees but we are letting you aware of some other essential points which you should consider after purchasing them.Hence, read and note down the easy tips and tricks for how to maintain your costly Silk sarees and increase its age.

Sarees and heavy ethnic attire require attention especially if worn occasionally. The fabric essentially drives the amount of effort it needs.Therefore, look out these points to retain the silk fabric.

1)  In most of the cities, you get cotton covers for Sarees. Place your Silk Sarees in them. The Sarees need to get fresh air as often as possible.

2) Once in 3 months, dry the Silk Saree in an airy place. Do not let them dry in the hot sun as they would lose their color.

3) Make sure that you do not fold the saree in the same fold as before. If the sarees are folded along the same lines as before then it would tear along that line over a period.

4) Do not hang the Silk Sarees in iron hangers as They may stain the sarees.

5) Do not store the sarees in a suitcase. Make sure they are kept wrapped in a cotton cloth/cover and left on the cupboard/Almirah directly on the shelf.

6)  Naphthalene balls should not be placed directly in contact with the Saree. These chemicals can harm the Saree and leave a stain.

7) With proper care, silk can be well-maintained for years together. Do not use soap for washing. Do not brush or lash the silk saree; it might lead to tearing the zari.

8) It has to be steam washed only after you wear them.

9) Ironing Silks. Silks need to be ironed with caution. Crepe silks can lose their butteriness and get glossy if your iron is too hot. Try doing it on medium first over a small piece.

10) A cedar chest is great for sari storage, usually a galvanized steel chest with a lock. Just like any fine textile, taking them outside for a dose of fresh air and dusting is always good for life extension. Just leave them out for a few minutes every month or so, not letting them sit in direct sun for very long. If you have a shady place to do this, leaving them out to air for a couple hours is great.

11) Don’t overpack or you will cause wrinkles and creases. Just put in two or three sarees in one cover and fold the flap over.

12) Keep the sarees in a muslin cover hanging from a hanger. Use naphthalene balls in your almirah. Show sunlight to your sarees occasionally.

13) The Best Way To Maintain Is Change the Fold Every Now & Then

14) Don’t iron the saree & Keep it in wardrobe. iron just before when you about to wear 2 3 days before.

15) Don’t use perfumes to maintain the zari in silk sarees.

16) Don’t dry clean it too many times as it tends to lower the age of a saree.

The Heavy Work Sarees can be well maintained by above-listed tips. before knowing the tips, you might be thinking taking care of a silk saree is difficult but it’s not that so. Adorn them whenever you get a chance because of the more you use, the more it tends to last longer. Heavy work sarees still are easy to maintain even if there are various aspects regarding the style of work and cloth. If you are not going to wear a silk saree in future then reuse it by applying some best ideas. You can make very different types of outfits which are in trend. Options are like lehenga choli, palazzos, heavy silk dupattas etc.