Garment Care

'Cause We Care.

At The Tipsy Soul, we believe great style deserves great care. To keep your pieces looking fresh, feeling good, and lasting longer, a little attention goes a long way. Whether it’s an accidental coffee spill, your favourite food stain, or everyday wear and tear, our easy-care tips help you handle life’s messes with confidence. Follow these simple, effective methods and always check the care label to give your clothes the long, stylish life they deserve.

🧼 Washing Smart, Wearing Longer
Simple habits for longer-lasting clothes and a cleaner planet:
  • Use a washing bag for synthetic and activewear to catch microfibres.
  • Fill your washer (but don’t overload!) to save energy.
  • Wash on low temperatures to reduce damage and lower power use.
  • Skip fabric softener—it’s harsh on clothes and the ocean.
  • Use less detergent—a little goes a long way.
  • Air dry whenever you can to preserve fabric.
  • Wear more, wash less. Your clothes will thank you.

⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDER:

Every item is different. Always follow the care label inside your garment for best results.
☕ Coffee Stain Rescue
Coffee spills? No big deal—as long as you act fast.

You will need:

  • Water
  • Dishwashing liquid

 

​Steps:

  1. ​Rinse the stain—hot water for black coffee, cold if there’s milk.
  2. Dab gently with dishwashing liquid (no rubbing!).
  3. Rinse again using the correct water temperature.
  4. Wash and dry as per the care label.
🍔 Food Stain Fixes
Delicious food, not-so-delicious stains? We’ve got you.
🍛 Curry or Turmeric

You will need:

  • Lemon juice
  • Baking soda
  • Cold water

​Steps:

  1. Blot the stain—do not rub.
  2. Apply lemon juice and sprinkle with baking soda.
  3. Let it sit for 15–20 minutes.
  4. Rinse with cold water and wash as per label.

Note: Turmeric stains can be persistent. Sun-drying the item after washing may help naturally fade the yellow tint.

🍅 Ketchup/Tomato Sauce

You will need:

  • Clear alcohol (like vodka)
  • Vinegar

​Steps:

  1. ​Carefully blot away excess sauce.
  2. Apply a mix of alcohol and vinegar to the stain.
  3. Wash and dry according to garment care instructions.

🍟 French Fry Grease

You will need:

  • Potato flour
  • Water
  • Dishwashing liquid

​Steps:

  1. Gently remove food residue.
  2. Sprinkle potato flour on the grease and leave for 10 minutes. Rinse off.
  3. Wash the area with dishwashing liquid and hot water.
  4. Follow up with a full wash per care label.

🍫 Chocolate

You will need:

  • Cold water
  • Dishwashing liquid
  • White vinegar (optional)

​Steps:

  1. Scrape off any solid chocolate (gently!).
  2. Rinse with cold water.
  3. Treat with dishwashing liquid. For stubborn stains, add a splash of white vinegar.
  4. Wash as usual.

🍜 Soy Sauce

You will need:

  • Cold water
  • Dishwashing liquid
  • Hydrogen peroxide (for whites only)

​Steps:

  1. Rinse immediately with cold water.
  2. Dab with dishwashing liquid.
  3. For white garments, treat with a bit of hydrogen peroxide.
  4. Wash according to garment care instructions.
💄 Makeup Stain Removal
Foundation

You will need:

  • Oil-free makeup remover or shaving cream
  • Rubbing alcohol

​Steps:

  1. Dab gently with remover or shaving cream.
  2. Let sit for a few minutes.
  3. Apply rubbing alcohol.
  4. Rinse thoroughly with water.

Lipstick

You will need:

  • Hairspray or rubbing alcohol

​​Steps:

  1. Blot with hairspray or alcohol.
  2. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Machine wash following the care label.

Mascara & Eyeliner

You will need:

  • Dishwashing liquid or stain remover
  • Soft brush

​Steps:

  1. Gently apply the cleaner using the brush.
  2. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Wash per garment instructions.