Care
Product Care
Every Shay Kawaii piece is handmade in our Miami atelier. Each garment is individually cut, sewn, assembled, and finished by skilled professionals who bring our designs to life with care and precision.
To help you take care of them, here are a few pro tips from our atelier.
The Essentials
01 Washing
- Hand wash cold with a mild detergent
- Work it gently through the fabric; no wringing, twisting, or scrubbing
- Never machine wash
- No bleach or fabric softener; both break down stretch fabrics and dull embellishments
02 Drying
- Air dry only
- Lay flat or hang away from direct sunlight
- Never put a Shay Kawaii piece in the dryer; heat damages elastic, vinyl, and adhesives
03 Heat & Ironing
- Do not iron rhinestones, vinyl, holographic, or metallic fabrics
- Heat will melt, cloud, or lift the finish permanently
- If a piece needs smoothing, steam lightly from a distance on the reverse side
04 Storage
- Store flat or hanging
- Keep away from anything that could snag chains, mesh, or lace
- Keep embellished pieces from rubbing against each other
Good to Know
Can I dry clean my pieces?
- We don't recommend it for embellished or specialty fabrics
- Dry cleaning chemicals can damage rhinestones, vinyl, and holographic finishes
- Hand washing cold is always the safest option
A rhinestone or trim came loose
- Email contact@shaykawaii.com with photos
- If it happened on arrival, report within 48 hours of delivery
- We'll let you know your options
See our Return & Exchange Policy for full details on damaged items.
Why does my piece look slightly different?
- Every piece is cut and sewn by hand, so no two are quite identical
- Small variations in placement, stitching, and finishing are normal
- It's the nature of handmade work, not a defect
Contact
How do I reach you?
- Email: contact@shaykawaii.com
- Customer service: Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM EST
SHAY KAWAII
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