How to Clean and Care for Your Lingerie and Accessories
By PinkCherry.ca | Published: 2026-10-30
Category: Tips & Care
Learn simple steps to wash, dry, and store your lingerie and accessories—from fishnet bodystockings to pasties—so they last longer and stay beautiful.
Quick answer
Hand wash most lingerie in cold water with a gentle detergent, air dry flat, and store pieces separately to prevent snags and loss of shape.
Why delicate care matters
Lingerie and accessories like fishnet bodystockings and pasties use fine materials that can tear, stretch, or lose adhesive if thrown in a machine. A few minutes of gentle hand care keeps them looking new and performing well.
Step-by-step care routine
- Check the care label: Look for fabric content and washing symbols. Most lingerie and accessories use nylon, spandex, or lace that require cold water and no bleach. If the label is missing or unclear, default to cold water hand wash.
- Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent: Fill a basin with cold water and add a small amount of gentle detergent (like one for delicates). Submerge the item, gently swish for a few minutes, then rinse thoroughly with cold water. Do not wring or twist. Avoid fabric softeners—they can break down elastic and reduce pastie adhesive.
- Dry flat away from heat: Lay the item flat on a clean towel, roll gently to absorb excess water, then reshape and air dry on a drying rack. Never use a dryer, radiator, or direct sunlight. Hanging fishnet or lace can stretch the fabric; always dry flat.
- Store separately to prevent snags: Keep pasties on their original backing and store them in a cool, dry place. Fold bodystockings and lingerie loosely in a drawer or hang padded hangers with care. Avoid storing pasties near heat or moisture—it can ruin the adhesive.
Products featured in this guide
- Peekaboos Satin & Lace Heart Pasties: Peekaboos Satin & Lace Heart Pasties come in a 2-pack with soft, pliable shapes that mold securely to the curves of the breasts. Because the adhesive is gentle, you can rinse them with mild soap and water after each use to maintain stickiness.
Peekaboos Satin & Lace Heart Pasties - Boundless Nipple Pasties: Boundless Nipple Pasties add classic glam and are designed to be peeled from their backing and placed on clean, dry skin. Keeping them on their original backing when not in use helps preserve the adhesive for multiple wears.
Boundless Nipple Pasties - Le Désir Black Gartered Fishnet Bodystocking: Le Désir Black Gartered Fishnet Bodystocking is made of 92% nylon and 8% spandex, and requires hand washing cold and line drying. Nylon-spandex blends lose elasticity in hot water and high heat, so cold water and air drying are essential for fit and longevity.
