CARE INSTRUCTIONS

KEEP YOUR ARMOR IN PEAK CONDITION.

🛡️ THE WASHING PROTOCOL

• TURN INSIDE OUT : Always flip the garment inside out before throwing it into the wash. This creates a barrier that protects the complex 3M/graphic prints from rubbing against the washing machine drum.
• COLD WASH ONLY : Wash with cold water only (under 30°C / 85°F). Hot water is the absolute enemy of heavyweight cotton—it destroys fibers, causes shrinkage, and breaks down print adhesives.
• GENTLE CYCLE OR HAND WASH : Use the "Gentle" or "Delicate" cycle with a low spin speed. If you have time, hand washing is the ultimate way to prolong the life of the prints.
• MILD DETERGENT : Use standard mild laundry detergent. NEVER use bleach, vanish, or strong fabric softeners, as they will permanently fade the vintage wash and chemically dissolve the reflective particles.
• WASH WITH LIKE COLORS : Due to the custom vintage/acid wash process, slight color bleeding may occur during the first few washes. Wash exclusively with dark or black garments.

💨 THE DRYING & IRONING PROTOCOL 

• HANG DRY ONLY : Air dry your garments naturally. Hang or lay flat in a shaded, well-ventilated area.
• DO NOT TUMBLE DRY : Never put this garment into a heated dryer. The intense heat will shrink the heavy-weight cotton distortion and instantly crack or peel the reflective prints.
• AVOID DIRECT SUNLIGHT : Do not expose the black/acid-washed fabric to intense, direct sunlight for long periods, as UV rays will cause premature fading.
• NEVER IRON DIRECTLY ON PRINTS : If ironing is necessary to remove wrinkles, iron on the lowest heat setting and always iron inside out. Never let a hot iron touch the 3M or screen-printed graphics directly.

⚠️ IMPORTANT METRICS TO EXPECT

1. VINTAGE EVOLUTION : Our unique wash process means each garment has a slightly individual texture. Mild fading after multiple washes is a natural characteristic of premium vintage-dyed streetwear, enhancing its "aged armor" look over time.
2. FIRST-WASH SHRINKAGE: Due to the high density of our 450GSM heavyweight cotton, a minor shrinkage of 1-3% may occur after the first wash. This has been factored into our oversized anti-fit silhouette measurements.