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The Last Word with Matt Cooper

On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.

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Here's Why Stella McCartney Says You Should Never Wash Your Clothes

How often should you wash your clothes? After one wear, or two, or even three? The answer is never, according to renowned fashion designer Stella McCartney. In an interview with The Observer, McCartney recommended letting the dirt dry before brushing it off your clothes — a tip she apparently picked up while working on Savile Row. It seems that avoiding the wash is not only better for the life of our clothes, but for the planet too. Is this really the case? Or is our personal hygiene bound to suffer if we don't wash our clothes? Caitlin McBride, style editor with the Irish Independent, joined us to give her take. Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.