How to Care for Your Blade Infiniti Garments

Wear It Right. Keep It Right.

Your Blade Infiniti pieces are built to last — but even premium garments need the right care to stay sharp. Whether you're rocking an embroidered hoodie or a heavyweight crewneck, a few simple habits will protect the fabric, preserve the finish, and keep every piece looking like day one.

Washing Embroidered Apparel

Embroidery is a craft — and it deserves to be treated like one. The thread tension and stitch density that give our pieces their texture are vulnerable to heat and friction, so how you wash matters.

• Turn it inside out. Always. This shields embroidered patches, wordmarks, and graphic stitching from direct agitation in the drum.
• Cold water only. Hot water weakens thread dye and can cause embroidery backing to warp over time. Stick to a cold or cool cycle — 30°C / 86°F max.
• Use a mild detergent. Harsh detergents with bleach agents or optical brighteners degrade thread vibrancy. A gentle, color-safe formula is all you need.
• Gentle cycle. High-spin cycles create unnecessary stress on embroidered panels. Use delicate or gentle settings whenever possible.
• Mesh laundry bag. For heavily embroidered pieces, a mesh bag adds another layer of protection against snags.

For a deeper look at how embroidery compares to printed construction — and why it holds up longer — read our breakdown: Embroidered vs Printed Hoodies.

Drying Without Damage

This is where most premium garments take their biggest hit. Heat is the enemy of structure, embroidery, and fabric integrity.

• Air dry is always best. Lay the garment flat on a clean surface or hang it on a wide, padded hanger to preserve shape. Avoid wire hangers — they distort shoulders over time.
• If you use a dryer, go low. Tumble dry on low heat only, and remove the garment while it's still slightly damp to finish air drying. Never use high heat.
• Skip the dryer for heavily embroidered pieces. The heat and tumbling can cause embroidery backing to separate or embroidered edges to fray prematurely.
• Reshape while damp. Gently tug hems, sleeves, and collars back into shape before laying flat to dry — this is especially important for ribbed cuffs and structured hoods.
• No direct sunlight for extended periods. UV exposure fades color faster than washing ever will. Dry in shade or indoors.

Fabric Weight and Layering

Understanding the weight of your garments helps you get more out of every piece — both in terms of warmth and styling versatility.

Lightweight pieces (typically under 280 GSM) are your base-layer workhorses. They sit closer to the body, compress easily under outerwear, and move freely. They're the foundation of a layered look without adding bulk.

Midweight pieces (roughly 280–380 GSM) are the sweet spot for most streetwear layering. Enough structure to wear as a standalone outer layer in mild conditions, but still slim enough to sit under a shell jacket or overcoat without restricting movement.

Heavyweight pieces (380 GSM and above) are statement layers. They have pronounced structure, substantial drop, and hold their shape through heavy wear. These are best worn over a lightweight base or as the outermost layer — not sandwiched under fitted outerwear.

A general layering rule: lighter underneath, heavier on top. Build outward from fitted base layers to structured midlayers to outerwear. This keeps silhouettes clean and prevents bunching at the torso and shoulders.

Browse our Hoodies collection and Crewneck Sweaters to find the right weight for your rotation.

Storage

• Fold, don't hang heavyweight knits and thick fleece — prolonged hanging stretches out shoulders and distorts the silhouette.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light to preserve color vibrancy.
• Cedar blocks over mothballs — they repel pests without leaving a chemical odor in your fabric.

Take care of your pieces, and they'll take care of you. Quality is only as good as the maintenance behind it.