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Boyfriend jeans.
The look started when women chose the slightly baggy, faded and relaxed jeans from their man’s side of the closet instead of the tight trendy skinny fit. Years later, the look remains a popular denim trend, especially at the over-$200 premium level. It always makes us oldtimers chuckle to see people choosing new clothes that…
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Spring cleaning in bed.
You spend almost a third of your life in bed. To get the most relaxing and refreshing sleep, strip the bedding and clean your mattress. Mix 20 drops of your favorite essential oil (lavender, chamomile, sandalwood or geranium are classic) into a box of baking soda, mix well and massage into the mattress. Wait an…
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Wonder wool.
Wool is used for more types of garments than any other fiber. From superfine to chunky, wool can be woven into a wide range of weights, finishes and textures. Wool holds heat and resists water, making wool outerwear a favorite. Even a wet wool coat will keep you warm. Wool is strong but it’s a…
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Tax deductible.
The IRS may allow deducting the cost and maintenance of work clothes if you meet three rules: (1) the clothing is required or essential for your job, (2) the clothing is distinctive or protective and (3) the clothing is not suitable for everyday wear outside work. This could be a business expense deduction you’re entitled…
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Blazing success.
The blazer is a classic must-have for every occasion from casual to dressy. Shop for a blazer with thin lapels, lining that doesn’t show, shoulder seams that hit the tip of your shoulder bones, sleeves ending one inch below wristbone and the torso should button with pulling. Choose fabric that’s mostly wool or camel hair…
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Unbutton the buttons.
Whether your laundry or ours, unbuttoning before washing saves time when ironing, and eliminates stress on the thread holding the button in place. Zippers, on the other hand, should always be zipped to prevent damage from their exposed teeth. We always check for loose or damaged buttons – and we replace missing or broken shirt…
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Splurge on cashmere.
Like most natural fibers, cashmere comes in many grades and, like fine wine, you can’t cut corners on the quality of the raw material. Thicker sweaters will be more expensive, and simpler knits like a jersey stitch, will be the lowest price. Whether it’s an on-sale $49.95 pullover or a $1,000 Loro Piana cable knit,…
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Aprés ski.
Check every item for salt, grit or food spills after your fun on the snow. Close zippers and release tension on drawstrings or elastics, dry thoroughly before storing. Specifically follow care instruction tags: high tech fabrics need special attention, sometimes more sophisticated than the home washing machine. Remember, we’re your garment cleaning and care experts…
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Going green
“Going green” doesn’t mean giving up hard earned greenbacks – we use earth-friendly cleaning products and methods to take care of your clothes and we are able to do it without charging extra. We are locally owned and operated and passionate about saving our neighbors’ money and wardrobe. Trust us to keep you looking good…
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Let’s rap about wrap.
Plastic wrap isn’t just for food – it’s a great time-saver for organizing special linens, sheet and towels. Match up sets of guest linens and holiday items and get to wrapping. Plastic wrap is a quick easy way to keep items together and folded neatly until the next time you want them, and protects against…