How to Care for a Barbie Style Icon Maroon Sweatshirt
By Exclusive Limited-Edition Collectors Toys | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Tips & Care
Keep your Barbie Style Icon Maroon Sweatshirt looking sharp with a wash-and-dry routine that protects the cotton blend, ribbing, and maroon color. Follow these steps.
Quick answer
Wash your Barbie Style Icon Maroon Sweatshirt inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle, then lay it flat to dry. This protects the cotton-polyester fleece, the ribbed trim, and the deep maroon color.
Why the fabric blend changes your approach
The sweatshirt is 80% cotton and 20% polyester with a soft fleece inside. Cotton provides breathability and a soft hand, while polyester adds shape retention and durability. Heat is the main enemy: high dryer temperatures can shrink the cotton and damage the fleece, so air-drying is safer than machine drying.
The ribbed crew neck, cuffs, and flat hem are stretch points. Pulling or wringing them aggressively can stretch them out of shape, so handle the garment gently when wet.
Color care for deep maroon
Maroon is a saturated dark color that can bleed in the first few washes, especially if washed in warm water or with lighter fabrics. Always wash it separately or with other dark colors for the first several cycles.
Turn the sweatshirt inside out before washing to reduce surface abrasion. This also helps preserve the exclusive Barbie design, which is only available through Mattel Creations.
When to skip the dryer entirely
If you are short on time, you can tumble dry on the lowest heat setting, but remove the sweatshirt while it is still slightly damp and lay it flat to finish drying. Never use high heat or dryer sheets, which can coat the fleece and reduce softness.
Avoid ironing directly on any printed design. If needed, iron inside out on a low setting or use a pressing cloth.
Step-by-step care routine
- Prep and sort: Turn the sweatshirt inside out and fasten any zippers or buttons (none on this pullover). Wash it separately or with other dark colors for the first few washes to avoid color transfer. Check the care label for any additional instructions before washing.
- Choose the right cycle: Select a cold water gentle cycle on your washing machine. Use a mild detergent and avoid bleach or fabric softeners, which can break down the fleece and dull the maroon color. If your machine has a hand-wash cycle, that is even safer for the ribbed trim.
- Dry flat, not hanging: After washing, gently press out excess water without wringing. Lay the sweatshirt flat on a clean towel or drying rack, reshaping the ribbed cuffs and hem while damp. Air-dry away from direct heat or sunlight. Never hang a wet sweatshirt by the shoulders—it can stretch the neckline.
- Store folded: Once fully dry, fold the sweatshirt and store it in a cool, dry place. Avoid hanging it for long periods, as the weight can distort the shoulders and ribbed neck. Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
Product facts
- Barbie Style Icon Maroon Sweatshirt: 80% cotton/20% polyester blend with soft fleece inside. This blend balances breathability and durability, but it requires low-heat washing and air-drying to prevent shrinkage and fleece damage.
Barbie Style Icon Maroon Sweatshirt
