Each piece at Lucky Charm Vintage has been carefully sourced and restored, ready to be worn and loved again.

With the right care, vintage can become part of your everyday wardrobe rather than something saved for special occasions. It does not need to feel complicated or overly delicate. Just considered.

Most pieces can be worn just like your modern wardrobe, with a little extra attention where needed. We clean and restore every item before it reaches you, so it is ready to wear from the moment it arrives.


Quick Fire Tips

Victorian & Edwardian pieces

  • Avoid washing fine silks or wools; instead, these do best when steamed.

  • Spot clean gently with distilled water and a soft cloth if needed.

  • Sturdy cotton undergarments with delicate lace/embroidery should be hand washed using a delicate or no-rinse detergent and air-dried. 

  • Sturdy cotton dresses without delicate embroidery or lace can be washed on delicate cycle on the machine, but handwashing is always safer!

1920s - 1940s

  • Test for colourfastness before cleaning.

  • Hand wash only if necessary, as early synthetics and crepe fabrics can shrink.

  • Using a steamer is always the best option for sanitising.

  • If you're hand washing, do so in lukewarm water using a delicate and/or no rinse detergent. Avoid wringing and gently press out water instead by rolling the item in a towel.

  • Never wash items with gelatin sequins.

  • Sturdy cotton dresses without delicate embroidery or lace can be washed on delicate cycle on the machine, but handwashing is always safer!

1950s–1970s

  • More robust fabrics such as cotton blends, nylon, and polyester can usually be hand washed in cool water with a mild non-bio detergent.

  • Rinse thoroughly, reshape, and air-dry.

  • Sturdy cottons & most synthetics (post-1960s) can be machine washed on delicate cycle.

 

Stain Removal 

  • Avoid modern stain removers and bleach, as these can weaken old fibres
  • For sweat marks: Hydrogen peroxide works well on white cottons. Alternatively, try a paste of bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) and water brushed on with a toothbrush.
  • For oil-based stains: Lightly dust the area with cornstarch or talc, leave it to absorb, then gently brush away.
  • For stronger fabrics: Pieces sturdy enough to be soaked overnight can be treated with Napisan.


Product Recommendations

  • Napisan. This is my secret weapon for soaking white fabrics & removing stains!

  • Soak Laundry Soap. This is a great no rinse, plant derived hand wash detergent. Perfect for your delicates!

  • Suede Cleaning Brush. This brass wired suede cleaning brush works to loosen and remove dirt trapped in suede fibres.

  • Pure white vinegar + Bicarb of soda. White vinegar is a great smell remover if you don't want to wash an item - or can't!. Fill an empty spray bottle with pure white vinegar, spritz the item, and then leave to air out in the sun. Bicarb is a powerful but still gentle on fabric, ideal for spot removal of stains

For any other specific care and stain removal tips, just get in touch! I'm happy to help, no gate-keeping here!