Rewash the clothes with hot water if the fabric allows
Add 1 cup of white vinegar to the wash cycle
Use baking soda in the wash with your regular detergent
Soak the clothes in a vinegar-and-water solution before washing
Use oxygen bleach for washable fabrics
Dry clothes completely right after washing
Dry clothes in direct sunlight if possible
Wash clothes again if the smell remains
Clean the washing machine drum, gasket, and detergent drawer
Leave the washer door open after use to prevent moisture buildup
Avoid overloading the washer
Store clothes only when they are fully dry
Use a dehumidifier in damp storage areas
Add activated charcoal or moisture absorbers to closets and drawers
Dry-clean delicate items that cannot be washed
Repeat treatment for heavily affected clothes