How I Care For My Clothes

[@kamz1lla]

Love that you started doing youtube! Thank you for an informative video. Personally, I just don't care much about creasing - saves me a lot of time, and I just decided I was willing to trade off looking less polished for less time spent fussing. I change out of my clothes when I get home from work (a bit psychological too, my job can be mentally draining and it can be good to create that separation), and wear something a bit more loungie.. I would love a video on "elevated loungewear", I find it really difficult to find good pieces for this purpose. Thanks again, looking forward to your next video!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Thank you! I’m glad you’re enjoying my videos so far 😊 I think I’m just VERY funny about creases, more so than more people I’ve met, but I’ve been like it ever since I can remember. I definitely resonate with it being a psychological thing, when I worked in retail I had to change immediately to feel separation once I got home. Good idea on the video! I’ve noted it down 😊

[@irisae2510]

I always felt weird for not liking to lounge in my clothes! So nice to know its not just me

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

My boyfriend always laughs at me because literally as soon as I'm through the door I change immediately!

[@irisae2510]

@@BrittanyBathgate1 same!!

[@hippie_muffin]

I think this is cultural but in Ukraine EVERYBODY has house clothes and changes into them as soon as they get home. My mom always made us change because it damages clothes - they get rubbed against sofa, you cook, you eat, you can stain your shirt, you put your legs up, the knees on the pants get stretch out (as I am writing this I feel close to a panic attack ahaha) So yeah, the point is that this is quite common in our culture and a person who lounges in their clothes or doesn't take their shoes at home is perceived to be messy)

[@irisae2510]

@@hippie_muffin ahaha stretched knees on clothing REALLY stress me out

[@erinyetisiphone]

the room your are in is so beautifully done

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Thank you! x

[@BBates-if5od]

Love this video...I'm such a clothing care geek. I put tissue in all my shoes ha! Please follow this up with a closet/storage tour.! I had large wooden hangers but now have a very small closet and they don''t fit. Great tips on the stain removal and not needing to fully wash everything. I'm also a fan of house clothes....mostly because I'm cleaning so much when I am home and can't move and bend in more structured outfits.

[@simonak7423]

Growing up I always had house and "good" clothes, not weird at all. My mom was always angry if I didn't change to house clothes when I got home ahaha, really helps not to get stains etc on your good clothes and way more comfortable! Thanks for the video!

[@J_Jevans]

I’m also completely with you on the lounge wear! Someone once told me to always pull my trousers and jeans up from below the knee before sitting down, it helps to stop them getting misshaped in the knee area!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

YES! I definitely do little things like this. My dad was always very strict about keeping clothes looking neat when I was younger so it's definitely ingrained in my now.

[@nyomiejohnson2843]

Saved this vid to show others I’m not the only laundry freak! I spent as much in my laundry as I did my kitchen and happily tend to my clothing with similar love and attention.

[@dreamylittlethings]

Another must-have for your clothing-care arsenal: a bobble remover (I like the JML Bobble Off best) for your woolly jumpers! Game changer!

[@martadziuba6896]

Absolutely love the fact you started KZbin! Thank you so much for the video Brittany!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Thank you so much! x

[@kaileemckenzie]

Ahh yes The Laundress! Love their “Fabric Fresh” spray, too for in between washes :)

[@Ladyj_bythebay]

Oh my gosh, Brittany get out of my head! As you were talking I am nodding, seriously - I get every point you made. Do people actually lounge around their homes in proper clothing? I have never done this - home from work straight into the lounge wear. Great video - I would love to see a closet tour.

[@PingWing]

Thanks for the tips, I would love to see your lounge outfits as I'm also not a fan of keeping my regular clothes on after coming home. But I do share the embarrassment of having to answer the door when wearing Pj's at 'weird' times... 😑

[@Owen73001]

This was great! Excellent advice. I also have elevated lounge wear to sit around the house in. I also don't want to wrinkle my day clothes or get lint on them. I also wanted to point out that the laundress has a spray "freshener" for clothing that I love when I just want my shirts a fresh smell. And they also make one for wool cashmere sweaters.

[@sarahbrowne2532]

Love the videos so far! Very easy to listen to you talk. As a fellow petite gal I’d absolutely LOVE a video on dressing for a shorter figure. As in relation to tailoring, if you had a new piece that you were thinking of getting altered, a before and after of what you changed about it and why it works better at particular cut-off length/points than others. I know another aspect of it is that it depends on your proportions and not just height (longer torso in proportion to legs etc) but I’d still be really interested to see a video on that topic. Xxx

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

This is such a good idea! And I really wish I’d done this before I went to the tailor a few weeks ago. I have a few more things I need to take to the tailor so I’ll do a before and after for those bits and maybe post it as a separate video rather than a vlog. xx

[@sarahbrowne2532]

@@BrittanyBathgate1 ah that'd be amazing! :) looking forward to it!! xx

[@ibtissamea]

Nice video! I share more of your tips. I am also strict about washing white with whites, only way to keep your tshirt blanc! Great idea to air up jeans or wool trousers instead of washing 👍

[@jacqueline1860]

Loved the video. I also am 5’3” and use a seamstress quite often. Most clothes are designed for taller women and eventually you learn to work around that.

[@elisaday90]

Your videos are wonderful to watch . We have the same views on so many things. I am enthusiastic that there is another human terrified when on vacation because they don’t like their clothes creased . Also, totally wash my garments on low temperatures and I never use softener! I believe it is very damaging for the garments

[@ga1490]

I loved this video ❤️ I already do a lot of things you have described, also because my grandma taught me how to care properly of the garments (she was a seamstress and a knitter). I need a steamer though!

[@ellen9018]

Barkeepers Friend removes sunscreen stains! It saved my Cecilie Copenhagen white dress which I thought I had ruined on its first outing. Life-changing!

[@eyyceyy]

Can you also add what you are wearing (clothes and makeup) in the description box at videos? Also loved this video

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Yes! Going forward I’ll add all outfit credits. My makeup doesn’t change much but I can add that also x

[@elenahg2483]

@@BrittanyBathgate1 where's the tee from? love it!

[@claireohalloran9542]

Hi Brittany, I'm so happy you are on KZbin. I'm very interested to see your take on things. Also I think we will all enjoy getting to know your personality a little better. Look forward to what's to come :)

[@angelabrock581]

Am loving your new channel and the thoughtful content! So glad you took the plunge into video - do keep going!

[@jacquieincolour9084]

This is a great video Brittany! So surprising & sad that this is lost knowledge. Very well done. Hot water sets many stains. Cool water washing has been done for centuries. Most homes don’t have hot enough water to disinfect them like people think they’re doing with warm or hot water. The dryer will set all stains & ruins fabric fibres & shape & seams. So true! Literally the cheapest garments can stay perfect for years with all these methods. I don’t recall you mentioning how you treat deodorant stains on white tops? Curious about your methods. A few other small questions...what are your wall colours in this lovely room? Is it a Venetian plaster finish on the bed wall? Also...Can you consider doing a wardrobe tour & home tour please? 👏😃😉

[@celine9349]

Thank you for this video! I have a question about how you keep your crisp white shirts so nice and white. Does the Laundress stain removal help with those too? It is an endless battle for me to keep the collars from not going yellow and I feel like I go through white shirts so quickly. I don't even wear much make-up, just tinted moisturiser, so it's really frustrating to the point that to stop myself from buying white shirts all the time I am considering just giving up on them. And white shirts are my staple item!

[@deelot1]

Try using Napisan. Put a few spoons of it with your laundry detergent use to remove yellow stains from white clothes. It’s the best thing that has worked for me. You can buy it in supermarkets and Wilko. It might be in the Baby section as Napisan was originally made to wash and brighten terry cloth nappies www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/273643086

[@eilzz777]

This is a great video. Such an interesting topic. Love your ethos around shopping. Thanks for starting this conversation in KZbin!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Thank you so much!

[@bomed3390]

Really enjoyed this video! Really good tips! Have been trying to be more thoughtful about buying clothes and this goes hand in hand with the other side of that coin! I also have to change into house clothes when I get home... I just suddenly feel uncomfortable in my good clothes when 😅 I think it hails back to school uniforms. But to echo some of the other comments, would love a video on your house clothes!

[@JuditArCa]

Another great video Brittany! Very useful ☺️ and besides I do not feel like the only crazy woman taking care of the clothes as treasures 😂😂😂 Happy week!

[@SA-sc3bt]

this is the video i needed! thank you so much, I recently hung all of my t shirts, didn't realise it was bad to do that! i'll fold from now on. Also, I get loads of things tailored, i have a massive issue with long trousers (i'm a leg 26 which doesn't exist on the high street) and can't believe what a world of difference taking up trousers to top of the ankle! also, i recently bought a pair of trousers in the sale which were a size too big, so they took it in, it's perfect as i'm kind of an inbetween size too. X

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Hanging your t- shirts is totally fine! The only reason I don't do it is because I don't have the space, so I have prioritise my blazers and shirts. I would love to be able to hang my t-shirts. Great tip for sale buys! I've done that few times when I've really wanted an item. x

[@joseperezthe3rd]

Thank you for sharing all these tips and tricks!

[@vikvachitova4625]

I have house clothes, I'm always scared that I will stretch out my jeans and tops. I love this video by the way, definitely going to invest in a steamer!

[@rebecca567]

Great video, I also feel this is such an important toic when investing in nice clothes. Any updates a few years on - any new steamer recommendations?

[@kristincheever2145]

I really love this video! I agree with all your tips and I follow them as well. I’m very particular about keeping clothes. Your style is beautiful. ❤️

[@randallisreading4561]

Great advice! Thank you for making this video. I will definitely try washing at 20 now if it's just a freshen-up situation. Would you consider showing us your wardrobe? I can imagine it looking very organised and chic!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

At the moment it’s not looking too great 🙈 I’m in the process of sorting out my room/office so once it’s looking a bit tidier I shall show my wardrobe x

[@sellbell7071]

Thank you for such detail, the care you take really shows through this video. I am desperate to know which detergent you use! Which brand for main/daily washes, what do you use for hand washing delicates?

[@PatriciaMasioni]

thanks for sharing these advices with us ! specially for the organic stain solution

[@KawtarElAallaoui]

Came here from Dearly Bethany’s channel and I am so glad I did, you got a new subscriber ❤️

[@DragonZelda]

Thanks for sharing these tips!

[@iamnotanacrobat]

would you mind sharing what detergent you use? I think washing clothes on a low heat is fine, but sometimes I get the feeling they are not really clean. Thanks for sharing your "routines"!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

The only reason I didn't share this information is because I have a Miele washing machine that is only compatible with these 'special' Miele cartridges that slot into the washing machine. So sadly it wouldn't be much use unless you have a Miele machine?

[@lucialegarreta5485]

I absolutely LOVE this video. I am the kind of girl who cares for her clothes and tries to have them as better possible. I have a question that maybe you know, is something that has driven me insane, and still does. The mini balls on knitwear are one of my worst ocd i think, but it really gives my anxiety to be around the house or whatever place, having the sweater or cardigan filled with mini balls. Is there any way you handle that in particular? I know there are some brands that have poor quality materials, but some other brands which are good also tend to have this kind of things. I'll love to hear what is your advice, and love everything that you do :) Keep going!

[@ellohappy]

A depilier is a Great device :) if you have cashmere there’s a specific comb for it too. Another similar fashion energy, Emma Hill, talks about this too in her video on clothing care

[@ilorietta]

Very useful, just ordered the stain remover 👍🏻 sounds like a great product

[@stevecross4561]

Brittany ,how do you maintain the whiteness of your clothing ? I always wash and dry them inside out but admit to wasting them on a higher setting ?

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

This is a difficult one to answer because I'm not really sure myself?! We have a Miele washing machine and use a Miele detergent called Ultraphase which is designed specifically for whites. Annoyingly it's only compatible with Miele washing machines!

[@HardKoRupTioN]

Thanks for the tips! I follow you on IG and I never noticed you have a YT channel now, I'm thrilled and about to catch up with all your videos I missed :-) keep up the good work, I love your content ❤️ Just a quick question I cannot find good answer to : I try to air dry my clothes aswell, but I find that it gives my clothes some stiffness, they feel a little crisp and dry and I don't really like this feeling or the way my clothes fit my body afterwards.. Do you have any tips to prevent the stiffness of air drying clothes? Thanks a lot!

[@NanoshowerOfficial]

Great tips!

[@ajarose13]

Loved this video Brittany! Just wondering what iron you use? I’ve also looked up Laundress and need all their products!! 😍

[@ziintle]

you are my laundry spirit animal. if thats a thing. especially with the folding, hanging and ironing.

[@hippie_muffin]

Also a question! This is obvious that people wash their clothes grouped by colours, but I was wondering: do you do all white (white-white) and "light" separately or in one pile?

[@isamadteaparty]

Hi! Loved the video but i just have few more questions! Do you wash your sports/running clothes at 20° too? Do you usually use any fabric softener? Last question... do you use the spin-dryer? Low or high? Thank you :)

[@Aysxx]

This was very helpful, thank you 👍👍

[@sess06]

How do you store your coats (and other clothes) when you don't wear them?

[@SA-sc3bt]

also i was raised that as soon as i get home, i change out of my clothes immediately - my dad always insisted on it!!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

YES! My dad would never let me sit around in my school uniform. It had to be changed and hung immediately!

[@LFredz]

I feel so much better now I know that other people do the house clothes thing. My other half thinks I’m a weirdo. I think washing clothes at low temperatures is key to improving their longevity. I also try to stick to shorter wash cycles as well.

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Yes! What is it with these excessively long wash cycles?! I’m pretty sure my washing machine has a cycle that’s over an hour long 😨

[@hippie_muffin]

@@BrittanyBathgate1 I think it depends on the washing machine, but the one I have has this option to speed up the cycle, so basically it makes in an 1 hour instead of 2 hours and has a separate option which is called "mini 30" which is washing in 30 degrees during 30 min

[@paigeleanne6978]

loved this! so interesting *buys new hangers*

[@SLBStyle]

Hi Sweetie...your link to your blog isn’t working as you have doubled up on the code xx 🤗🤗🤗🌸🤗🤗

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Ahhh thank you for spotting this! 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@janicekejingzhong9435]

Can I ask a side question: can you recommend a good alteration tailor in London?

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

I'm not based in London, so unfortunately I can't help. Sorry!

[@pacouyuyuy]

I have a doubt with the last point... these days im also in doubt... should i use more often all of my clothes??? even though im not going out??? or should i just use "home/comty clothes" ???

[@frida5445]

Love this video, i have homeclothes to! I just found you on youtube, would love to get to know you more. A hosuetour, q&a or something would be lovely. Also a video with your skincare routine!! /Frida from sweden (sitting in her homeclothes)

[@amandawadman6516]

I needed this! Love to take care of my things. How do you style your hair?

[@Alex-dx3ux]

Yes! House clothes!

[@jendoo]

What’s the typeface in your thumbnail? Also 👋 from Oakland, CA. Love that you’re on KZbin now!

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Hey! 😊 So interesting to find out where in the world viewers are from. The font is called Minerva Modern. X

[@jendoo]

Brittany Bathgate Thank you!

[@khorlankn4823]

My inner Monica says “thank you!” 😁

[@Lijo1988]

lol I wish I could wash my cotton T-Shirts at 30°C but I am too stinky for that haha ugh genetics. I also refuse to use aluminium deodorants.

[@Dr4m4d1v4]

haha, me too 🙈 and if i use aluminium deodorants, it will always stain my shirts with yellow spots in the armpit area. so frustrating.

[@sarahmurphy9955]

Really enjoyed this video. Most useful. Completely agree about loungewear.

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

Thank you! :)

[@OldSchoolAnni]

I somehow never noticed you had tattoos. Nice.

[@Gigixoxo123]

t shirt from? cos?

[@BrittanyBathgate1]

It’s from Arket. Same one I wore in my recent vlog

[@lits3212]

I’m 5’1 and find it very difficult to find clothes that fit and that I like. This video is so important to keep them lasting longer. Thank you!

[@Tweegrrl]

For those annoying marks, I'll iron my clothes inside-out where possible 🤗