How to Wash and Care for Your Swim Parka

How do I wash a swim parka? It is simple — follow these steps and your MariSnug parka will stay warm and water-repellent for years.

1. Zip it closed before washing so the zipper does not catch on the lining.
2. Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with mild detergent.
3. Tumble dry on low heat. Avoid high heat, which breaks down technical fabrics and zippers over time.
4. Skip the extras: no bleach, no fabric softener.

Quick care tips

• Rinse off heavy chlorine after long meet weekends before washing.
• A quick shake and hang between wears keeps the Sherpa lining fluffy.
• Store zipped and hung — not crumpled in a swim bag — to protect the water-repellent finish.