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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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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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Saving clothes for next season
Want to save those great clothes for next season? Keep them out of light and moisture to prevent damage and discoloration. Always keep like colored items next to each other, with the darks away from the lights to prevent off-gassing. Talk to us about your storage options. We can provide affordable garment bags in all…
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Care Tags
Hand washing may not always be the answer – “dry clean only” may seem like a scare tactic, but the manufacturer has tested the fabric, patterns and styles prior to production; hand washing may cause colors to bleed, styles to alter or the fabric to break down. Splurge for the dry cleaner when in doubt…
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Same weight but clothes feeling snugger?
Check your dryer settings and remember to never leave clothes unattended. The last 15% of drying time is when shrinkage occurs and it can be permanent. Instead, dry your clothes on delicate to avoid shrinkage and set the timer for a shorter period. You can always add time to dry, but can’t reverse it if…
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Ruffles and flourishes
Wondering how to make a dress look as good as it did when you bought it? A trip through your washing machine simply removes crisp details like ruffles and pleats. Even careful home ironing can’t get them back without damaging the fabric from high heat. We offer press only services for wash at home items…