How to Clean and Care for Your Fleece and Tee
By Valley Eyewear / ANZ | Published: 2026-10-21
Category: How-to Guides
Keep your Valley Eyewear apparel looking fresh with these simple steps for washing your fleece and small logo tee. Learn the right techniques to preserve softness and fit.
Quick answer
To keep your Valley Eyewear fleece and tee looking new, wash them inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle, then air dry flat. Avoid fabric softener and high heat to preserve the enzyme-washed softness.
Why enzyme-washed fabrics need special care
Both the Saint Fleece and Small Logo Tee are made from 100% cotton and go through a hand enzyme wash that gives them a soft, vintage feel. This process also makes the fabric more delicate. Harsh detergents, hot water, and high heat can strip the softness and cause shrinkage or fading. Treating these pieces gently helps the unique finish last longer.
Step-by-step care routine
- 1. Turn inside out and zip up: Before washing, turn your fleece or tee inside out. If your fleece has a zipper, fasten it. This protects the outer surface from friction and pilling. Skipping this step can cause the enzyme-washed finish to fade unevenly.
- 2. Wash in cold water on a gentle cycle: Use cold water and a mild, liquid detergent. Set your machine to the gentle or delicate cycle. Avoid bleach and fabric softener, as they can break down the cotton fibers and reduce softness. Hot water shrinks cotton and fades the vintage look. Stick to cold every time.
- 3. Air dry flat, away from direct heat: Lay the garment flat on a clean towel or drying rack. Do not wring or twist. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from radiators. Tumble drying on high heat will shrink the cotton and damage the enzyme wash. If you must use a dryer, select the lowest heat setting and remove the item while still slightly damp.
Products mentioned in this guide
- Small Logo Tee: Crafted from 100% premium cotton with a hand enzyme wash for a unique, vintage-inspired feel. The enzyme wash creates a one-of-a-kind softness that can be ruined by harsh washing methods or high heat.
Small Logo Tee - Saint Fleece: Made from 100% cotton and enzyme washed for a luxuriously soft vintage feel, with distinct fabric finishes. Each fleece is unique, so proper care ensures the special markings and softness stay intact wash after wash.
Saint Fleece
