These trickslike using a winter coat storage bagwill help clothing last longer.

Instead, wash or dry-clean clothing and treat any stains before storing away your winter clothing.

Also avoid humid spots, as moisture can causemold and mildew.

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Don’t venture to store natural-fiber delicate orvintage itemsin plasticthey prefer to breathe.