How to wash a Leotard

Keep the "care tags." Almost all leotards come with specific washing instructions on an attached tag when you buy them. Keep these and follow the manufacturer's directions for care that may be different from these instructions.
Check for stains or marks. Usually all you have to wash out of a leotard is sweat and chalk dust, but it's good to give it a quick check in case something else managed to get on there. If there is a stain, spot-clean it with a stain stick or gentle pre-wash liquid according to the product directions. Don't toss it in the hamper where you might forget the stain or where it could be stained again by other dirty items.
Determine whether or not to hand-wash. Some daily-wear leotards can go in a washing machine, but it is always better for the fabric if you take just a few minutes to hand-wash it. Metallic threads, foil or other effects, and rhinestones will quickly dull with wear and repeated washing and machine-washing will hasten this problem. Never put a competition leo in the washing machine! These are usually the most expensive, and the most difficult to replace because they are often special-ordered. Take extra care and always hand-wash them. Leotards with white or lighter-colored fabrics pieced with darker fabrics should also be hand-washed carefully to prevent the darker color from leaking into the white/lighter color.
Turn the leotard inside-out. This is absolutely vital when washing a leotard in a machine, and will prolong the life of the fabric and any ornaments by reducing direct wear. Metallic or other special finishes will wear-out very quickly when washed face-out either in a machine or by hand. Hand-wash in cold water, with a mild detergent. Prepare the water and detergent according to product directions. Cold water is almost always best. Use at least enough water that the leotard would be completely covered; more water is better than less. Squeeze the soapy water all through the fabric for a minute or so. Unless there is a new stain that requires gentle rubbing to remove, do not rub the fabric against itself or anything else. It doesn't need scrubbing or soaking.
 
Rinse in clear water. Gently squeeze the fabric to make sure all detergent is removed and the water runs clear. Do not wring the leotard. Squeeze with a towel to remove any extra water.
Machine wash daily-wear leotards with care. If you choose to use a washing machine, wash on the delicate cycle in a smaller-size washload with plenty of water. Remove promptly from the machine.
Hang or lay flat to dry. If you hang the leotard outside to dry, be sure to keep the fabric out of any direct sunlight, which can also cause damage. Inside, hang them away from heat vents or windows.

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