How often should I clean my suits?
Dry clean your suits only when they are dirty - once per season is usually sufficient. If your clothing is wrinkled, but not dirty, have it pressed.
Dry cleaning gradually destroys the natural luster of cloth and should only be done when truly necessary. If wrinkles are the only problem, pressing is the way to go.
How do I care for my custom shirts?
Always have your shirts laundered at a quality commercial dry cleaner. Light to medium starch is sufficient to maintain a crisp look, heavy starches are not good for the long term care of your shirts. Remember to remove the collar stays from your dress shirts before sending them to the laundry, or they will get lost or leave a mark on the collars.
How often should I dry clean my suit?
First, it is important to know that you should always use a reputable drycleaner. Less quality drycleaners use less quality chemicals that could damage the fabric. It is acceptable to clean a suit only once a quarter, provided you do not spill something on your suit or perspire in it. Consider having it pressed, once it loses its crispness. You should hang it up properly in the closet to let the wrinkles fall out. A soft brush can be used to remove particles. When you do dry clean it, take both the jacket and the slacks to prevent the suit's color becoming mismatched.
I got a stain on my tie, what should I do?
Do not try to clean it with water! Try to pat the stain with a dry cloth. Have it professionally cleaned by a dry cleaner as soon as possible. Make sure your dry cleaner is a reputable/experienced cleaner. Using poor quality chemicals can alter the coloring. An inexperienced dry cleaner may also ruin the shape of the tie.
How to Care for and Clean Your Suit:
If you take good care of your suit, it should last you a long time.
Don't overload your pockets, which could strain the seams.
Unbutton your jacket before you sit down. Also pull the pants up at the thigh when you sit so you don't pull the fabric too much.
Brush your suit with a clothes brush when you take it off to keep it clean and looking good.
Hang your suit on a good wooden hanger and store it in a bag to protect it.
Avoid cramming it in between lots of other clothes, which could cause it to wrinkle.
To prolong its life, dry clean your suit only a few times a year or as needed.
To keep your suit looking crisp, have it pressed in between cleanings.
