We’ve all been in this scenario: you’ve worn your favorite pair of shoes to the very edge of “toss ’em” status. A pair so dirty that when you try them at ...

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Chieh HoGrowing up, my idea of what I shouldn’t put in a washing machine was often informed by an intervention that came at ...

Leather and suede items, like jackets, shoes, or handbags, should never be washed in a washing machine. The water and detergent can damage the natural oils in the leather, leading to cracking, ...

A pair of scuffed-up shoes can ruin the look of an outfit. Frustrating, yes—but before you banish them from your closet, know that your shoes may have a lot of life still left in them. Before you give ...

The modern electric washing machine is one of the greatest inventions of the 20th century. Back in the day, one would have to spend hours boiling water, hand-scrubbing clothing, hanging it out to dry, ...

Place each stuffed animal in its own mesh laundry bag and set your washing machine to wash and rinse. Use cold water (warm or ...

It’s a tale as old as time. You’re looking for your only pair of white trainers, but you haven’t seen them since your hiking holiday last month. You finally spot them behind some other shoes, only ...

If you break into a cold sweat when you’re asked to remove your stinky sneakers at the airport or a friend’s house, it could be time to rethink how you treat odor in your shoes. Here’s how to wash ...

Here’s how to put this spring cleaning secret weapon to better use. Laundry often isn’t what comes to mind when we think of spring cleaning, but it should be — washing machines are deep-cleaning ...

Smarter took a break last week, but this week we’re back in full force. For this issue, I’m examining which items you shouldn’t be tossing into your washing machine willy-nilly. Also in this issue: ...

Consider using fabric bags or hand washing delicate items if you're keen on maintaining their pristine condition. Your ...