*Be sure to separate colors before washing as some dyes can bleed into each other, especially on the first wash.
Washing:
Cotton thrives with a gentle touch. Use cool or warm water and a mild detergent. Skip harsh chemicals and fabric softeners (cotton softens naturally!).
Drying: Air drying is ideal, but tumble drying on low heat works too. To minimize wrinkles, remove the dress slightly damp and smooth it out.
Minimize Shrinkage:
Cotton can shrink slightly (expect up to 5% shrinkage), especially during the first wash. To minimize this, consider pre-washing in cold water.
Ironing:
Cotton can be ironed while slightly damp for easier wrinkle removal. Use a medium to high heat setting.