5 Items You Should Never Wash in the Machine (and the Science Why)

You know that linen shirt that shrank two sizes after a normal cycle? Or the silk dress that came out of the drum looking like an old mop? You're not alone. Searches for "dry cleaning" surged 229% in Lisbon this month — and there's a scientific reason for it. With the heat rising and delicate pieces coming out of the closet, it's time to understand why the washing machine isn't so friendly to certain fabrics. Today, we put on our textile detective coat and show you 5 items...