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Originally Posted by Adishakti
I try to avoid washing costumes where possible because of the risk of damage. Sometimes, though - you can't really avoid it, in which case, I soak them in the bathtub in Woolite and cold water. Shake 'em up a bit (gently), then rinse. Lay them flat on a towel to "drip dry", then hang them outside in the shade.
Bedlah's get new linings.
Between wearing costumes, I spray the insides with vodka/water solution and air dry before storing in clear storage bins.
So far, I haven't had any problems washing costumes, but it does make me nervous each and every time! But the bottom line is, I can't wear a stinky or dirty costume - it just grosses me out. ;-)
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This is exactly what I do as well. Learned the vodka trick from a costumer who works with shows like Cirque de Soleil. You can actually spray straight vodka (minus the water mixture) if you choose. And it doesn't have to be the expensive stuff, buy the cheapest vodka out there. You're not drinking it so "top shelf" doesn't matter
