Cleaning Tips

What to Expect During Your First Alteration Appointment
Going into a tailoring shop for the first time isn’t something most people do every day. But when you need alterations, it helps to know what the experience is like.

The Best Cleaning Tips for Velvet and Chenille Bedding Items
Velvet and chenille fabrics are all about indulgence—luxurious textures, rich colors, and cozy warmth. But what exactly makes them so popular? Is it their softness? Their timeless appeal? Or the

Why Dry Cleaning is a Must for Clothes with Heavy Embellishments
We all have our own sense of style. Some of us like to keep things simple and classic, already happy with a closet full of minimalist tees and rugged jeans.

How Long Should You Wait to Clean Your Wedding Dress?
Most brides don’t realize wedding dress preservation starts not months after the ceremony, but days after you slip off that veil and hang up your dress. Even if it looks

The Dos and Don’ts of Altering Expensive Designer Dresses
To wear something expensive is enough for anyone to brag about. But what happens when that stunning gown no longer fits quite the way it used to? Maybe your body’s

How to Protect the Fine Details of Your Lace Dress When Cleaning
That intricate lace dress hanging in your closet is made from threads so fine they can snag on a rough fingernail. Every loop and open-work flower is held together by