Humidity, dirt and gravity can all cause damage to delicate wool or cashmere clothing. Here’s how to pack them away so they’re in good shape for next year Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email Although I thought it wasn’t possible, this winter my love of knitwear hit new heights. The hardest working item in my wardrobe was a black, oversized fine wool T-shirt. I wore it over my workout gear, with blazers to meetings and layered beneath a thick cable knit when writing at home. I took to sleeping in a cashmere-silk blended singlet – if that sounds lush, it really is. I rarely left the house without an enormous woollen scarf which often doubled as an umbrella in Sydney’s rain. As we come into warmer weather, it’s time to put these favourites away. From moths to mould, knitwear faces some perils while packed away, so I sought expert advice to ensure it can be retrieved in good condition next winter. Continue reading...