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Cleaning the Greener Way
Have you avoided buying “dry clean only” clothes because of some “chemical” reputation? New technology has made cleaning eco-friendly and we’ve invested time and money to switch over. Ask us about our greener processes. Everything from 100% wet cleaning to new environmental-friendly professional cleaning solvents — now there are greener ways to care for your…
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Recycle, reuse and repeat
Reconstructed clothing is the new big thing in green fashion trends. How can you get in on the new fad? Recycle your favorite clothes – turn those khakis into shorts or that bridesmaid gown into a great new cocktail dress. Our seamstresses and tailors are able to transform most anything into something new, with a…
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Handling a spill emergency
You just spilled something on yourself – what’s your first instinct? Like most of us, it’s to immediately scrub it off. Stop yourself – excess pressure or rubbing will actually push the spill into the fabric fibers, and the accident may not come out. That’s how a spill becomes a stain. Take a deep breath,…
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Six Rules to Live By: Assess and Ask!
Oily stains are usually “blotchy,” with no outline around the perimeter Never put water or water-based stain removers on an oily stain Oily stains usually require drycleaning Bleach does not remove oily stains — new or old Point out all food stains and perspiration stains to your drycleaner Clean or wash all clothing before storing,…
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Jean laundry cycle
How often do you need to wash jeans? The experts say, according to Real Simple, keep them out of the washing machine unless they’re unusually filthy. Washing denim fades the color and causes fiber breakdown. Best to wash every four or five wearings or when there is actual, obvious soil. Turn the jeans inside out,…
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“A well-tied tie…
is the first serious step in life,” said poet Oscar Wilde, famous for “Living well is the best revenge.” Before your well-tied knot has a chance to help, be sure your tie is spotless. It’s another universal truth that the more expensive the tie, the more prone it is to stains from soup, café au lait,…
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The rule says never rub stains, but why?
The deeper the color the more likely you could “rub out” the dye. You take the chance of breaking fibers and “roughing up” the surface each time you rub a stain. If you break the fibers you create an obvious dull or light spot that may be permanent. Your drycleaner may be able to improve…
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Out of the closet
Does shared closet space make finding your favorite outfit a hassle? Tired of shuffling dry cleaning bags only to find the pants you were looking for was in another bag with your partner’s jacket? Let us know on your next visit – we’re happy to package your cleaning separately based on male, female, and children’s…
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Off the Rack
Even clothes from top designers don’t always fit right off the rack. When you find your next must-have for this season, buy the next size up and bring in to us. Our expert alterations department will tailor your new “fashion must have” to custom perfection!
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The Perfect Fit
Here comes sweater season – and like every year, there is always that one favorite that gets stretched out when you wear it – but don’t worry! Let us know when dropping it off – we can block and size your sweater back to the perfect fit. For those hard to size garments, we will…