Can I wash the vintage Barbie Enchanted Evening dress?

by Rebecca Berlin
(Sweden)

I just found a great deal on ebay! Barbie Enchanted Evening complete, but the dress had some light brown spots, is it wise to wash this dress? I bought a special detergent for ''delicate fabrics, handwash'' especially for silk and such. I just don't wanna ruin the dress!

(I borrowd the picture from this site, description of the dress, hope you don't mind! Just easier to know what I'm talking about with a picture!)

/Beki:)

Hi Beki -
I have had great success in the past with cleaning vintage Barbie satin - I always use a product called OxiClean for a soak (usually a day or longer) & then rinse. Wring it out by rolling it gently with a towel and then air dry. After it dries, it presses up beautifully with a warm iron & using a pressing cloth between the iron & the fabric. However - proceed at your own risk - I don't think I have ever cleaned this particular ensemble.
Good Luck!
Suzanne