Will pleats on my dress come out in the dry cleaning process? How to properly wash a pleated polyester skirt in a machine and by hand To avoid mistakes while hand washing the pleated skirts, follow these steps: 1. Wash your skirts only in cold water, and use mild detergents if necessary. 2. Gently scrub using hands and KEEP YOUR PLEATS PERFECT! Dry Cleaning Tips for Pleated Dresses Why Dry Clean? Pleated dressesespecially those made with synthetic fabrics or heat set pleatsretain their crisp lines best with professional