Washing
Most Zaam abayas can be machine washed on a delicate cycle at 30°C with similar colours. Use a mild detergent and avoid fabric softener, which can dull the finish. For embellished, satin and delicate pieces, hand wash in cool water.
Aftercare
How to Care for Your Abaya
A few simple habits will keep your Zaam abaya looking elegant, colour-true and ready to wear for years.
Drying
Hang your abaya to dry in the shade. Avoid direct sunlight, which can fade black and darker shades over time. Never tumble dry — heat weakens fibres and can shrink natural fabrics like linen.
Ironing / steaming
Use a handheld steamer on a medium setting to remove creases. If you prefer an iron, choose a low heat and press on the reverse side, especially for satin, crepe and embellished pieces. Never place a hot iron directly over beads or embroidery.
Storing
Store on a padded hanger in a breathable garment bag. Leave space between pieces so air can circulate. Avoid plastic covers, which can trap moisture and cause odours.
Caring for embellished abayas
Hand wash in cool water, turning the garment inside out. Do not rub the embellished surface. Press gently between two towels to remove excess water, then dry flat away from direct heat.
Caring for satin
Satin is delicate. Wash on a delicate cycle inside a mesh bag, or hand wash. Avoid wringing. Dry flat or hang in the shade. Steam from the reverse to avoid shine marks.
Caring for linen
Linen will crease naturally — this is part of its character. Wash on a gentle cycle, reshape while damp, and hang to dry. A quick steam or iron on the reverse will refresh it beautifully.
Caring for black abayas
Wash black abayas inside out with similar dark colours. Use a mild, colour-safe detergent. Avoid direct sunlight when drying to keep the colour rich and deep.
Care
Care questions, answered
Yes, most Zaam abayas can be machine washed on a delicate cycle at 30°C with similar colours and a mild detergent. Always hand wash embellished, satin and delicate pieces to protect the finish.
Yes. Embellished and beaded abayas should be hand washed in cool water with a gentle detergent. Turn the garment inside out, avoid rubbing the decorated surface, and dry flat on a clean towel.
Wash black abayas inside out with similar dark colours, use a colour-safe detergent, and avoid bleach. Hang them to dry in the shade away from direct sunlight, which can dull the colour over time.
No. Tumble drying can damage fibres, cause shrinkage and dull the finish. Always hang your abaya to dry in a shaded, well-ventilated space.
A handheld steamer is the safest way to remove creases. If you prefer an iron, use a low heat and press on the reverse side. Never place a hot iron directly over beads, embroidery or satin.
Hang occasion abayas on a padded hanger inside a breathable garment bag. Leave space between pieces so they can breathe, and avoid plastic covers which can trap moisture and flatten embellishment.