How to Keep Your Boxy Tee Looking New—From Hexbox to Your Wardrobe

Your favorite boxy tee is more than just an item of clothing—it’s a statement of style, personality, and freedom. But to keep the shape, color, and durability of your tee like when you first bought it, you need to take care of it properly.

Here’s a step-by-step guide from Hexbox to help you extend the life of your favorite boxy tee and keep it looking “fresh” every time you wear it.

1. Read the label—a secret from the manufacturer

Although it may seem basic, many people overlook the label inside their shirts. But that’s where the vital instructions come in:

What temperature to wash at
Whether to machine wash or handwash
Whether to iron or not, and at what temperature
What fabric directly affects how to preserve

At Hexbox, each product has its own care instructions—think of it as a “survival map” for your tee.

2. Wash properly—gentle but effective

Hand wash preferred

If you have the time, handwashing is the best way to preserve the shape of your shirt—especially for printed tees or organic cotton.

If machine washing:

Turn the shirt inside out before washing to avoid fading and peeling of the print
Choose a gentle wash, cold water or 30°C
Do not wash with items with zippers or metal hooks—they can easily scratch the fabric
Use a mesh laundry bag to reduce friction when machine washing

3. Do not dry hot—drying properly is important

High-temperature dryers are the number one enemy of boxy tees:

Shrink the shirt's shape
Cause the print to peel off
Make the fabric fuzzy and thin quickly

Instead, dry the shirt naturally:

Turn the shirt inside out when drying
Avoid direct sunlight (gentle sunlight or shade is ideal)
Hang the shirt on a round hanger to keep the shoulder shape—do not clip it with an iron clip

4. Iron carefully—don't burn the personality

Boxy shirts often have graphic or logo prints—if you iron directly, you can accidentally ruin it.

How to iron properly:

Turn the shirt inside out
Cover the print with a thin towel
Use a low to medium heat setting
Avoid leaving the iron on one spot for too long

With some fabrics, simply hang the shirt after drying; the wrinkles will naturally flatten after a few hours.

5. Store properly—don’t stack your shirt as a burden

Many people pile their shirts in the closet, causing them to wrinkle, lose shape, or get old sweat stains.

How to store a boxy tee:

Fold neatly along the shoulder—do not roll
Avoid placing under heavy items
The closet should be airy and free of mold
You can use natural desiccant bags, such as tea leaves or activated carbon bags, to keep the shirt fragrant and dry

6. Things to avoid absolutely

Do not bleach (unless the label allows)
Do not soak in concentrated soapy water for a long time
Do not use a hard brush to scrub stains
Do not wash too often when not necessary—each wash is a “waste” of the fabric’s lifespan

7. “Hexbox Fabric-Friendly” to last longer

At Hexbox, each shirt is designed with the goal of