Quick Answer

Hand wash your Nicolette Thong Red in cold water with a gentle detergent, then lay it flat to dry in the shade to protect the lace and elastic.

Why Lace Needs Special Care

Lace is a delicate fabric that can snag, stretch, or lose its shape if handled roughly. The Nicolette Thong Red features an intricate woven lace front panel and stretch mesh sides that need gentle treatment to maintain their fit and appearance.

Machine washing and high heat are the fastest way to ruin lace. Even a single cycle can cause pilling, fraying, or permanent stretching. That's why the care instructions for this thong specifically recommend cold hand wash only.

Step-by-Step Lace Thong Care Routine

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Wash: Fill a clean basin or sink with cool or cold water. Add a small amount of mild detergent made for delicates. Do not use bleach, fabric softener, or hot water—these weaken lace fibers and elastic. Hot water is the most common mistake; it can shrink or distort the lace.
  2. Step 2: Gently Submerge and Swish: Place the Nicolette Thong Red in the water and gently swish it around with your fingers for about 30 seconds. Do not scrub, twist, or wring the fabric. Let it soak for 5 minutes if there is light staining. Rubbing or twisting can permanently stretch the stretch mesh sides and warp the lace front.
  3. Step 3: Rinse Thoroughly: Drain the soapy water and refill the basin with fresh cool water. Submerge the thong and gently agitate it to remove all detergent. Repeat until no suds remain. Leftover soap can irritate skin and dull the fabric. Incomplete rinsing is a common oversight that leads to residue buildup.
  4. Step 4: Remove Excess Water Without Wringing: Lay the thong flat on a clean, dry towel. Roll the towel up gently to press out the water. Never twist or wring the lace—this breaks the fibers and ruins the shape. Wringing is the fastest way to distort the gusset and lace panels.
  5. Step 5: Dry Flat in the Shade: Unroll the towel and place the thong on a fresh dry towel or a drying rack, reshaping it to its original form. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from heaters. Do not hang it—the weight of wet lace can stretch the mesh sides. Direct sunlight fades the rich red color; hanging stretches the elastic.

Product Care Facts

  • Nicolette Thong Red: Cold hand wash only, dry flat in shade Following this instruction preserves the sheer lace front panel and stretch mesh, preventing premature wear and color fading.

    Nicolette Thong Red

    Nicolette Thong Red