Quick answer

Hand wash your bio balconette bra in cool water with a gentle detergent, then air dry flat away from heat. This routine preserves the underwire shape and the butter-soft fabric.

Why care matters for underwire bras

Underwire bras rely on the wire’s structural integrity to provide lift and support. Machine washing and high heat can bend or pop the wire, ruining the fit. The bio balconette bra uses a molded underwire that conforms to your bust — proper care keeps that custom shape intact.

The bio butter fabric is designed to feel soft against skin, but it can snag or pill if tossed in a machine with zippers or hooks. A few minutes of hand washing saves you from premature wear.

Step-by-step care routine

  1. Step 1: Hand wash in cool water: Fill a basin with cool water and add a small amount of mild detergent (free of bleach or fabric softener). Submerge the bra and gently swirl it for 2-3 minutes. Pay extra attention to the underarm area where sweat and oils collect. Never wring or twist the bra — this can distort the underwire channel.
  2. Step 2: Rinse thoroughly: Drain the soapy water and refill with fresh cool water. Swish the bra until no suds remain. Repeat if necessary. Residual detergent can irritate skin and break down elastic over time.
  3. Step 3: Remove excess water gently: Lay the bra flat on a clean, dry towel. Roll the towel up with the bra inside and press firmly to absorb moisture. Do not twist or bunch the fabric. Avoid using a machine spin cycle — the centrifugal force can snap the underwire.
  4. Step 4: Air dry flat: Unroll the towel and reshape the bra cups. Lay the bra flat on a drying rack or a second dry towel, keeping it away from direct sunlight, radiators, or dryers. Hanging the bra by the straps can stretch them out. Expect 12-24 hours to dry completely. Rotate the bra halfway if needed.
  5. Step 5: Store with care: Fasten the back hooks and lay the bra flat in a drawer, or hang it by the center gore (the fabric between the cups) using a padded hanger. Stacking other items on top can crush the cups. If you own multiple underwire bras, rotate them so each one gets at least 24 hours to rest between wears.

Product facts

  • Bio Balconette Bra - Archive: Made from our softer-than-butter bio butter fabric, it’s sleek, sexy and supportive. The delicate fabric requires gentle handling — machine washing can cause pilling or snags that ruin the smooth finish.

    Bio Balconette Bra - Archive

    Bio Balconette Bra - Archive