How to care for your suit | Oscar Jacobson

Natural materials need time to recover. Ideally, you shouldn't wear the same suit more than twice a week, but if you must - let it rest for at least a day between uses. If you only own one suit, a good tip is to complement it with an extra pair of trousers as they wear out more than the jacket.

The best tip is to act quickly and attack the stain immediately. Mix lukewarm water and a few drops of dish soap, then gently rub with a cloth or sponge.

Hang the jacket and trousers on separate hangers in the bathroom while you shower with hot water. The moisture from the steam smooths out the fabric. For more stubborn wrinkles, a clothes steamer is recommended for more effective treatment. Avoid irons as they can easily damage the fabric.

Air out the suit outdoors for 4-5 hours. If the smell persists, you can hang the suit in a small room with half a glass of vinegar for a day, and then hang the suit outdoors to get rid of the pungent odor.

With a clothes brush, you effectively remove dirt of minor nature such as dust and dandruff. We recommend making it a habit to brush the suit a few times a year even if no dirt is visible.

To maintain the suit's shape and create a beautiful uniformity in the wardrobe, a good set of hangers is a worthwhile investment. Choose a variant with a broad frame and shoulder so that it fills out the jacket. As for material, cedarwood is the absolute best as it absorbs both moisture and bad odors and keeps unwanted pests away.

When traveling, use a travel wardrobe. Carry it separately or fold it in half in your suitcase and hang up the suit as soon as you arrive.