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Our wardrobe is our friend and like a good friend, should be treated special. How do you give your clothing and accessories T.L.C. so that they will service you for many seasons? • For wash day, separate your clothing by color and weight - all pure whites, lights, darks, towels and any heavier garments such as jeans and sweats. • Closing zippers helps keep zipper teeth from rubbing against other clothing, minimizing damage during the wash cycle. • Wash all delicates (or Velcro items) in a net lingerie bag. Hang to dry. Avoid the dryer as the spandex in stretch fabrics and elastics will deteriorate from the heat. • Turn sweaters inside out to avoid excess pilling. De-fuzz with a sweater shaver. • Wash 100% cotton in cold water and dry on low heat to minimize shrinking. • Pre-spot any stains and wash immediately. • Rinse your swimsuit in cool tap water after every use. Chlorine and salt water eat away at materials and elastics, shortening the life of your suit. Hang to dry. • Invest in a lint brush for a clean sweep before you leave the house. • Wipe down and polish shoes regularly, resoling heels when necessary. Beat up shoes can downplay an outfit. • Replace all garments when they show signs of wear. • Repair any sagging hemlines and replace buttons promptly. • Dry clean woolens, linens and specialty garments at the end of the wearing season. • Hand wash silk blouses and sweaters with a gentle soap such as Woolite. Wrap in a towel to remove excess water (do not wring or twist). Lay flat and reshape to dry. •
Recycle gently worn clothing to consignment shops such as Worth Another
Look in Langhorne, PA (215-752-0102).
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What kind of shape is your wardrobe in? Get a FREE wardrobe assessment by phone. By answering a few questions I can offer suggestions to some of your wardrobe woes. For a more thorough evaluation, schedule an individual appointment. Give your wardrobe the jumpstart it needs by filling out the form and mailing to below address or faxing to 215-428-2476. Gift certificates are available in a variety of packages.
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