Most garments come with care labels that instruct you how to clean and care for your fabrics. Paying attention to these instructions can prevent shrinkage, fading and early signs of wear. Unfortunately, deciphering the symbols on these tags can sometimes be tough. 

To help out, we’ve posted an infographic on care labels below. Consult it before your next visit to the laundromat! 

For more information on dry-clean-only apparel, read our earlier post, “Can You Actually Wash Dry-Clean-Only Clothes?”