Friday, November 19, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
Clothing Storage Tip of the Day - Clean vs. "Clean"
Never put worn items back in the closet next to clean garments. Even if a worn garment is “clean,” your body oils and perfume/cologne act as a magnet for material-damaging insects such as moths. Putting the worn garment back in the closet is an invitation, and these unwelcomed guests will create havoc and irreparable damage. Don’t kid yourself that a few pieces of cedar and a lavender sachet will keep your closet free from insects indefinitely. Read more here:
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Seasonal Clothing Storage Tip of the Day
Never store clothing in the thin plastic bags from your dry cleaner. Always remove the plastic garment bags immediately. These bags do not allow the garment to breathe properly, which leads to fume fading and discoloration. Uggh!! Does your Spring/Summer wardrobe need a safe place to hibernate? Garde Robe does it all. Read more about it...
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Seasonal Clothing Storage Tip of the Day
To avoid distortion and stretching, never store vintage, embellished gowns, knits or delicate items on hangers; always store these items flat, wrapped individually in acid-free tissue, and place them in a breathable, archival box. Or let the experts at Garde Robe do it all for you. Read more here: Seasonal Storage For Clothing
Friday, October 29, 2010
Seasonal, Spring/Summer Clothes Storage
Friday, October 8, 2010
Garment Care 101
It is vital, however, that every individual know how to properly care for the garments they have in their closets, drawers, and boxes within their homes and businesses. FabricLink's Fabric Care Center is a great online resource that teaches users the ins and outs of different fabrics, how to care for them, and how to understand their behavior. Fabrics have a mind of their own and can be pretty tricky!
Check out FabricLink's Care Center here and take a few minutes to educate yourself about caring for your wardrobe.