About Our Products: Materials and Garment Care Guide
At Yvora, timelessness emerges through balance: between softness and structure, lightness and substance.
Materials are chosen with intention, valued not for immediacy but for their lasting qualities: how they feel against the skin,how they move with the body, and how they endure over time.
Silk
Character
Silk is valued for its natural harmony: fluid yet composed. Its refined drape and balanced weight create garments that move with ease while maintaining structure, embodying timeless elegance.
Weight & Construction
Momme indicates the density of silk. Carefully balanced silk weights are selected to provide durability, shape retention, and longevity without compromising softness, ensuring essential quality in every piece.
Care
Gentle hand wash or professional cleaning
Avoid rubbing or twisting vigorously to prevent deformation
Hand wash only with neutral detergent; avoid soaking
Iron inside out at low temperature
Avoid forceful pulling or stretching to prevent thread damage
Cotton
Character
Cotton is chosen for its natural comfort and breathability, offering ease of wear across seasons with timeless, essential luxury.
Finish & Performance
Mercerized cotton is used for its refined surface, enhanced strength, and a subtle sheen, elevating both appearance and durability with quality craftsmanship.
Care
Gentle hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cycle
Store in dry, ventilated spaces and dry naturally
Avoid prolonged soaking when washing
Use neutral detergent to preserve color quality
Keep away from bleach and corrosive items
Cashmere
Character
Cashmere is valued for its exceptional softness and natural warmth, offering insulation without weight: timeless luxury through elegant comfort.
Quality & Structure
Selected cashmere fibers provide a balanced hand feel, maintaining shape while preserving fluidity and comfort over time with essential quality.
Care
Gentle hand wash in cold water with neutral detergent
Dry flat to maintain shape and quality
Store folded to preserve the garment's elegant structure
Professional cleaning recommended
Avoid prolonged friction with hard objects or bags to prevent pilling
Choose accessories carefully to avoid snagging
Allow garments to rest between wears for material recovery
Iron at low temperature, avoiding direct fabric contact
Never wring or twist
Wool
Character
Wool is chosen for its natural resilience, breathability, and temperature-regulating qualities, offering timeless elegance and essential performance.
Construction & Performance
Carefully selected wool fibers provide structure, elasticity, and durability, allowing garments to retain their form through repeated wear with quality craftsmanship.
Care
Gentle hand wash or professional cleaning, depending on garment construction
Avoid prolonged friction with hard objects to prevent pilling
Allow garments to rest between wears
Dry clean or hand wash only with neutral detergent; avoid soaking
Iron at low temperature, avoiding direct fabric contact
Never wring or twist
Linen
Character
Linen is valued for its lightness and breathability, offering a naturally textured hand feel suited to warmer climates with timeless, elegant simplicity.
Finish & Wear
Selected linen fibers soften with wear, developing character while maintaining strength and structure. Creases are part of its essential, relaxed luxury.
Care
Gentle hand wash or professional cleaning
Avoid forceful tugging
Note: Slight wrinkling or shrinkage may occur naturally after washing
TENCEL™
Character
TENCEL™ is valued for its smooth hand feel and breathable comfort, offering a fluid drape with a cool, soft touch against the skin: timeless quality through elegant performance.
Sustainability & Performance
Derived from responsibly sourced wood pulp, TENCEL™ fibers are selected for their durability, moisture management, and refined finish, embodying essential luxury with conscious craftsmanship.
Care
Gentle hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cycle
Avoid prolonged soaking and forceful pulling
Hang to dry away from direct sunlight
Note: Slight wrinkling or shrinkage may occur naturally
Nylon
Character
Nylon is selected for its lightness, resilience, and clean, modern feel. It offers a smooth hand and quiet structure, balancing functionality with refined restraint and timeless elegance.
Performance & Longevity
Chosen nylon fabrics provide strength, abrasion resistance, and shape stability, maintaining form and appearance through repeated wear and movements with essential quality.
Care
Gentle hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cycle
Avoid high heat
Store in dry, ventilated areas to maintain quality
Avoid high-temperature environments
Keep away from rough objects to prevent damage
Iron at low temperature only
Elastane
Used sparingly to enhance comfort and recovery, ensuring garments maintain their elegant fit and quality over time.
Buttons
Trocas shell, oyster shell, and horn buttons are selected for durability and natural variation, reflecting our commitment to timeless quality and refined details.
General Care for All Yvora Garments
Preserving the quality and timeless elegance of your essential pieces:
- Use a washing bag when using the washing machine
- Wash garments inside out when machine washing
- Dry garments flat
- Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to prevent discoloration
- Keep away from corrosive items (like perfume, hairspray, deodorant, bleach); direct contact or chemical reactions may damage or discolor the fabric
Always consult the care label on your garment for specific washing methods, drying instructions (natural or tumble drying), and whether ironing is permitted.
Continuity
Materials are chosen to remain relevant through time. At Yvora, each piece embodies luxury that endures, quality that transcends seasons, and elegance that remains essential.