The best way to dry clothes suggested is to dry the clothes outside in the sun as it is superior for sanitizing linens and white clothes, kills bacteria and removes stains .But overexposure to direct sunlight causes problems like colour fading,stiff textures and affects fabric longevity.Some suggest drying clothes in the wind or shade is generally best for preserving fabric longevity,preventing colour fading and avoiding stiff textures, making it ideal for daily laundry. It is the faster way to dry clothes than in the sun without wind, as it reduces humidity around the clothes.But clothes remaining on the line longer in the shade, leads to exposure of airborne dust,pollens or pet hair.Sometimes due to humid air and poor ventilation,clothes can remain damp for too long and can develop a musty or damp odour.