While bringing dirty clothes home to mom is a classic freshman move, at some point we all need to learn our way around the laundry basket. Because, as almost any responsible parent will tell you, learning how to do laundry properly not only saves time and money, it reduces your environmental footprint. Cleaning expert Jolie Kerr helped us compile a list of tips to help keep your wardrobe in tip-top shape. Pick Permanent Press A washing machine has two main controls: cycle length and cycle speed, which determine how long and hard the machine will work. Use shorter, slower cycles for delicate clothing, and longer, faster cycles (called “regular”) for heavily soiled items. The phrase “permanent press” may lead you to think, “Oh, that’s advanced washing. I don’t need that.” But according to Kerr,…