Caring For Your Cotton Pilot Shirt

100 percent cotton shirts look and feel great, but do need a little extra care when ironing. Here are some tips:

Washing:

• Wash shirts at 40 degrees
• Turn them inside out in the washer
• Hang shirts up with the top button done up when just out of the washing machine. This ensures the collar keeps its shape.

Ironing:

• Cotton shirts should be ironed when damp - spray them down if they have already dried
• Invest in a good steam iron
• Avoid use of starch – this can discolour the fabric
• Iron collars first

Packing:

Here are some tips for when you have to take your pilot shirts on the road:

• Make sure shirts are correctly folded when put into a suitcase
• Separate shirts from other garments and shoes to stop them getting stained