Steam your dress shirt to remove wrinkles
Ironing a dress shirt may seem like the most obvious way to remove wrinkles, but not everyone has access to an iron or the time to set it up. A quick and easy alternative is steaming your shirt. Hang your shirt on a hanger and use a handheld steamer, like Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Fabric Steamer, to slowly glide over the exterior of the shirt in a back and forth motion. Once you have completely steamed the shirt, let it cool for a few minutes, and the wrinkles should disappear.
Use wrinkle release spray
If you don’t have a steamer, another effective way to tackle wrinkles is to use a wrinkle release spray. Just spritz the solution on your shirt and smooth the fabric with your hands or the back of a spoon. Carefully stretch the fabric from the collar to the cuffs, and let it hang for a few minutes until the wrinkles disappear. One popular option is the Downy Wrinkle Release Spray.
Hang your shirt in the bathroom while taking a hot shower
If you’re in a time crunch, another trick to get out wrinkles is to hang your shirt in the bathroom while you take a hot shower. The steam from the shower can help loosen the fabric and remove some of the wrinkles. Just make sure to close the bathroom door and hang your shirt on a hanger.
Invest in wrinkle-resistant shirts
Another way to avoid wrinkles on a dress shirt is to choose a fabric that is wrinkle-resistant. Many brands, like Brooks Brothers and Uniqlo, offer dress shirts made from materials that do not wrinkle as easily. Investing in a quality wrinkle-resistant shirt can save you time and money in the long run.
Hang or fold your shirts properly
Prevention is key when it comes to wrinkles. Hanging or folding your shirts properly can prevent wrinkles from forming in the first place. Always hang your dress shirt on a hanger with proper shoulder support, and button the collar to avoid stress on the fabric. If you need to fold the shirt, fold it neatly and avoid leaving it in a crumpled ball.
