If your activewear comes out of the wash with twisted pads or a tangled drawstring, sort it by care label and remove loose pieces before it goes in.
Check the labels while you sort
Read the wash and drying instructions on the shorts and bra separately. Even pieces you wear together can have different care requirements. Put anything with hooks or rough fasteners in a separate load or mesh bag so it can’t catch on the softer pieces. Patagonia’s care guide explains why garment-specific labels should come first.
Keep removable pads together
The French Powder Blue/White Longline Sports Bra comes with removable padding. If you take the pads out, keep them together and follow any separate instructions that came with them. Lay the bra and both pads out together after washing so you can put them back when dry. Smooth each pad flat inside its pocket, then try the bra on before class.
Give wet kit a place to go
Unpack your bag when you get home. If you can’t wash right away, hang the damp pieces separately where they can air out. For a small studio rotation, pair the longline bra with the Navy Yoga-Pilates Shorts and check which pieces will actually be clean before your next class.