Hand-washing clothes with care extends the life of your pieces, especially delicate materials like silk or embellished fabrics.

Hand-washing delicate clothing can keep them looking fresh and new for a long time. But for a lot of people, the process feels like an extra chore, so they toss everything into the washing machine.

We’ve all been there: You reach for your favorite bra as you’re getting dressed, and you realize you can’t remember the last time you washed it. Was it last week? Last month? Last year? You want to ...