Is drying laundry in the bedroom harmful or not?

If your balcony doesn’t provide a suitable place for drying your clothes on cold, rainy days, or if you don’t have a balcony at all, a small drying rack next to the bed is a welcome alternative. But, as harmless as it may sound, drying laundry in your bedroom can have a negative impact on both the indoor climate and your health. Why is this? Damp clothes release a great deal of moisture into the air when they dry, and this can have unwelcome consequences. Read on to learn how you can enjoy a healthy sleeping environment, even with freshly washed laundry hanging in the room with you.

9/17/2025 • 3 min reading time

How to remove coffee stains from clothes: 5 reliable tips

‘Coffee doesn’t leave tea stains’ – you may have heard this saying before and wondered if there’s any truth to it. But coffee stains are often just as difficult to remove from fabrics as tea, wine, tomato sauce, etc. Even though this saying is a common misconception, your clothing isn’t necessarily ruined after a coffee spill. Here are five tips to help you remove coffee stains gently and reliably from clothes – even from light-coloured laundry.

6/18/2025 • 3 min reading time

Reading before bed: can it really improve your sleep?

Whether it’s a few pages of your favourite novel or a quick flick through a magazine you’ve subscribed to, reading before drifting off is a cherished ritual for many. But what’s the thinking behind it – does reading actually help you fall asleep? And what should you be mindful of to ensure your evening read doesn’t turn into a late-night page-turner that steals your sleep?

5/28/2025 • 3 min reading time

Airing out your room before bed: how the indoor climate influences our sleep

Having fresh air in your bedroom is a real game-changer when it comes to getting a restful night’s sleep. Even though we often don’t even notice it, high humidity and too much carbon dioxide can have a negative impact on our well-being and impair our sleep quality. By airing out your room before going to bed, you’re creating the perfect conditions to prepare your body for getting deep, restful sleep. But how often and for how long should you air out your room, and is it healthy to sleep with the window open all night? We have all the answers and a few tips to help you maintain a pleasant indoor climate in your bedroom all year round.

9/10/2025 • 4 min reading time

What to drink before bed: everything you need to know

A glass of water before bed? On first thought, this sounds harmless – even healthy. After all, our bodies are largely made up of water and even at night, they need enough fluids to continue working at their best. However, drinking too much water before going to sleep can disrupt your sleep pattern, which can have a negative impact on your health as a result. Find out how you can adapt your evening drinking habits to ensure you get a good night’s sleep.

9/3/2025 • 4 min reading time

Mood swings during the menopause – a more relaxed approach

You’ll know very well from your own cycle that our hormones don’t just control our fertility. If you suddenly find yourself on an emotional rollercoaster and feel constantly irritable, sad or restless, this could be a natural part of your menopause journey. From the age of around 40, most women not only face physical changes – their hormone levels also fluctuate, causing an imbalance in the brain as well. This leads to mood swings, which are very common during the menopause. To help you navigate your way through this time, here are a few tips on how to deal with these emotional outbursts in a more relaxed way.

8/27/2025 • 6 min reading time

The new digital product passport: we make sustainability visible

Nowadays, transparency is more important than ever. Consumers in particular increasingly want to know how and where the products they buy were made, what they are made of and what properties they have – and ideally, they want this information quickly, easily and without arduous research. The new digital product passport (DPP) makes this possible: it shows where a product comes from, what materials it is made of and what sustainability requirements the raw materials meet. As a sustainable underwear brand, CALIDA welcomes this step forward and will be rolling out the DPP throughout its entire product range in 2026. The goal is to make sustainability visible and verifiable.

7/2/2025 • 4 min reading time

Sustainable packaging? The responsibility for this lies with online retailers and the fashion industry

Anyone who likes to buy fashion online knows: the clothes arrive in an oversized cardboard box – thickly padded, with an extra plastic wrapping for each piece. These practices are commonplace, but they generate huge amounts of waste each year. According to a market analysis by DS Smith, online fashion alone accounts for more than 2 million plastic shipping bags per day! But it doesn’t have to be this way. As a sustainable brand, we at CALIDA have been taking responsibility for our environment for many years. That’s why we want to show you why sustainable packaging solutions are so important, what alternatives are available and what you as a customer can do to protect the environment when shopping online.

6/25/2025 • 4 min reading time

Types of underwear: familiarise yourself with the classics

Whether functional, feminine, or invisible under your clothes – underwear is a trusted companion throughout the day. But which type suits which occasion? Which matches your style and need for comfort? We’ll introduce you to the most popular types of women’s underwear and their key features.

5/21/2025 • 2 min reading time

For a confident summer: biker shorts under dresses and skirts

Whether you’re strolling through the city, cycling to the lake or heading to a garden party, summer dresses and skirts are timeless wardrobe staples for warm days, perfect for every woman’s closet. But let’s be honest – chafing thighs or an unexpected gust of wind can quickly dampen the mood. The solution? A soft, breathable pair of biker shorts under your dress or skirt. Here’s why this versatile piece is a must-have for your summer wardrobe and how it elevates your confidence and comfort.

8/20/2025 • 3 min reading time

Breathable fabrics for sleep: why they matter

Those who sleep well feel better. This is particularly noticeable on warm summer nights, when we hardly get a wink of sleep because the bed linen is sticking uncomfortably to our skin. This results in us feeling exhausted and less able to function the next day. By opting for breathable fabrics, you can avoid this problem – and this is where CALIDA has come in for many years. Our sleepwear, which promotes the circulation of air, is not only wonderfully soft, it also actively helps your body to regulate its temperature at night.

7/30/2025 • 3 min reading time

From elegant to effortless: how to weave your pyjamas into your wardrobe

You’ve surely been tempted to stay in your pyjamas long after waking up, simply because they’re so comfortable. And what can we say? Stop thinking about it and just do it! The truth is, pyjamas have long since evolved from mere sleepwear into a versatile fashion staple. Whether you’re strolling through the city, relaxing on the beach or heading to the office, the pieces once reserved for the sofa and the bedroom are now worn with confidence in daily life. Let’s be honest: the pyjamas from CALIDA are not only far too comfortable, but also far too stylish to be worm only at night.

7/16/2025 • 4 min reading time

World Environment Day: Giving back to nature

5 June is International Environment Day, which is an important symbol worldwide that each and every individual can do something to preserve our nature. In order to contribute to the preservation of our environment, CALIDA strives for ever newer and voluntary commitments to set long-term standards in the entire fashion industry. Since 2018, we have been developing a range of styles with a focus on a circular economy and biodegradability of our materials.

6/5/2025 • 3 min reading time

Merino Wool – “Nature’s Wonder Fibre”

At the heart of Merino wool is the sheep itself. But where does our wool come from, and what makes it so special? Discover everything there is to know about this natural and sustainable wool. For our basic collections, we use wool from Merino sheep in South Africa. Their fleece is white and of particularly high quality, making it the softest type of sheep’s wool. These Merino sheep live on vast farms in an entirely natural habitat with rich food sources. Due to the varied climatic conditions—both hot and cold—the wool they produce is especially fine. This is just one of the reasons why South African wool is known for its outstanding quality.

6/4/2025 • 3 min reading time

Washing your clothes sustainably: good for the planet & your wallet

If you’re someone who’s committed to protecting the environment and looking for ways to live more sustainably, you’ll find that even the smallest changes in your household can make a real difference. Cleaning and especially laundry are among the most polluting household tasks – and that’s not just because of the chemicals that may be lurking in your detergents, fabric softeners and other products.

4/12/2025 • 6 min reading time