Cuffed pants, a brief history

Back in the 1890’s, King Edward VII popularized sewn-in “turn-ups” as an alternative to rolling up pant bottoms in rainy weather. Cuffs were a sign of elegant tailoring until WWII wartime clothing restrictions banned cuffs and flaps on pockets to save fabric. Today, cuffs are recommended on trousers with wide or long legs, double pleats […]

Tips for Spending Less on Your Wedding Dress

According to Brides magazine, you can make the most of a budget wedding dress and spend less, it just takes a few tricks. Start by choosing a white, ivory, champagne or blush color that flatters the undertone of your natural skin tone. Next, splurge on tailoring to make sure the dress hugs every curve in […]

The Perfect Fit – Jeans

Source: shop.nordstrom.com via Puritan Cleaners on Pinterest Jeans that fit like a dream are hard to find. So when you shop, focus on the body fit, and don’t worry about the length. Our alterations department will have you hemmed to the perfect length in no time. If you want to retain the showroom look, ask […]