I have some shirts that are too big for me. I know that putting them in the dryer would shrink it but I did that and was not enough.
Is there any other (effective) way to make them smaller?
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@diiN_ If you have an answer, please post it as one. If you have multiple answers, you can post multiple answers. See the lifehacks manifesto– DragonrageCommented Mar 23, 2016 at 18:15
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shrinking clothes is a bit of an urban myth, it depends on material, wash temperatures and as some will have noticed, directly after a wash some cotton clothing may shrink a bit, but once you've worn them for a bit expand and stretch. If you want an item of clothing properly resized take the tailor option.– OurjamieCommented Mar 31, 2016 at 9:31
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Washing in Hot water and/or drying on High Heat setting usually works. Although, I am sure this depends on the type of fabric you are attempting to shrink. I know it works on cotton shirts and denim jeans. Careful because it may ruin some fabrics.
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Apart from the tiny caveat that shrinkage may be different for width and length, depending on the fabric.– StephieCommented Mar 31, 2016 at 15:12
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Going to a tailor is a valid answer - it's a good idea if the clothing has significant value (like an expensive dress or suit). My wife paid $40 to have a $300 designer dress altered to fit her after a friend gave it to her.– JohnnyCommented Mar 25, 2016 at 2:09