So you've brought home a piece of HAYAQI magic. Whether it's a flowing co-ord set or a hand-woven top, these pieces are more than garments — they are a labor of love, crafted from 100% handwoven Ikat cotton and designed to be your companions for years to come.
Because our pieces are made with such intention, they deserve a little extra tenderness. Caring for your HAYAQI isn't a chore — it's a slow-living ritual that honors the earth, the artisans who made it, and your own well-being. Here's everything you need to know.
The Cool Touch: Washing with Intention
Step 1: Always Use Cold Water
Cotton is a gift from the earth—breathable, soft, and strong. To preserve its natural fibers and the integrity of our handmade details, we always recommend keeping things cool.
- Best method: Gentle handwash in cold water. A meditative process that is as kind to the fabric as it is to your soul.
- Acceptable alternative: Machine wash on cold, delicate cycle only. High heat stresses natural cotton fibers, causing breakdown and shrinkage.
Why cold water matters specifically for handwoven cotton: the looser weave structure of hand-loomed fabric makes it more susceptible to heat damage than machine-woven cloth. Cold water protects both the weave and the natural dyes.
The Purity of Pigment: Washing Separately is Key
Step 2: Always Wash Colors Seperately
Because our pieces are handcrafted using rich, soulful dyes, they have a "living" quality to them. To keep your HAYAQI treasures looking their best, it is vital to wash your colors separately.
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Respect the Hue: Natural and artisanal dyes need space to breathe. When you wash a deep blue "AIR" piece with a lighter garment, there’s a risk of the colors "bleeding" or migrating.
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Preserve the Contrast: To keep those mythical creature motifs sharp and your palettes pure, give each piece its own individual bath. Mixing colors can dull the vibrancy that makes your clothing so unique.
Seeking the Shadows: Drying in the Shade
Step 3: Always Air-Dry In the Shade
While we love the sun for our festival days, it can be a bit too intense for natural dyes and fibers over time. To keep those mythical motifs and deep hues looking like new:
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Keep it in the Shade: Always air-dry your pieces in a shaded, breezy spot.
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Avoid the Harsh Rays: Direct sunlight can act as a natural bleach, fading the beautiful colors we’ve worked so hard to create. Drying in the shade is the natural way to preserve the "life" of the garment.
Why This Matters
This way of washing is better for you and the planet. By avoiding harsh chemicals and high-heat dryers, you’re reducing your energy footprint and keeping your skin away from synthetic residues.
We use 100% handwoven Ikat cotton because we believe in the power of natural materials. When you treat these fibers with respect, they reward you by getting softer and more soulful with every single wear. We want you to be rocking your HAYAQI pieces at festivals and forest gatherings for a lifetime—not just a season.
A Stylist's Tip: When your garment is dry, give it a gentle steam instead of a heavy iron. It’s much kinder to the cotton and keeps that effortless, flowing silhouette we all love.
This garment was made to be worn at festivals and forest gatherings for a lifetime, not just a season. By choosing a slow-care approach, you're choosing a more conscious way of living.