Care Symbols

Standardized icons on garment labels indicating how to wash, bleach, dry, iron, and professionally clean a garment. Understanding these symbols prevents damage and extends clothing life.

Also known as: Laundry Symbols, Care Labels. Category: Shopping & Care.

In men's style, "care symbols" belongs to the Shopping & Care family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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