If the garment contains Ultrasuede fringe always hand wash. The twisting action of the washing machine may badly wrinkle the fringe, which takes time and patience to press out. Machine washing may also tear pieces of fringe from the garment. Always hang leather on padded hangers and when hanging skirts use protectors between the clip and the garment. These protectors can be other pieces of leather and should be sturdy enough to prevent the clip from leaving an indentation on the garment.
Leather needs to breathe and plastic garment bags prevent air circulation.
Use extra caution when storing thin, delicate leathers such as lamb. Hanging may stretch the garment. Silk and Rayon Silk garments should be hand washed even if labeled machine washable. Use warm water and a mild detergent then roll in a towel to remove excess water. Press immediately with a cool iron.