You don’t have to be a gearhead or a mountaineer to do this. You just have to care a little. Next time you come home splattered with mud after a walk in the park, just toss your jacket in the wash with the right stuff. Give it a dry, a spray, and a warm hug. Your future self—the one standing dry in the rain—will thank you.
So go ahead. Open that closet. Grab your crumpled, slightly sad Patagonia. It’s not too late to make it shine again. And remember: a well-cared-for jacket is a happy jacket, and a happy jacket keeps you happy in any weather. Now, get washing. You’ve got this.
