Clothing Care

Most bathing suit tops come with foam inserts to help shape and cover the breast. If the original padding gets lost, the top is rendered almost useless. Luckily, inserts are sold separately...

Paint can rub onto a nylon coat if you brush up against something that has been freshly painted, or if you were wearing the coat while painting something. Whether the coat is one of your favorites...

Most people know the dangers of going out in the sun without properly protecting their skin with sunscreen. If you are fair-skinned or have children, you probably do take the necessary steps to...

When you're using thick or multiple layers of fabric, creating or repairing clothing, bags, or other objects, it is important to re-enforce the seams where your sewing machine isn't getting...

If you've ever bought the hat you've always wanted only to find it hugs your crown just a little too tightly, you may have experienced an unpleasant headache as well as a case of buyer's remorse....

Satin is a smooth woven fabric with a glossy top and a dull lining. The gloss or shine of the fabric is created through a special weaving pattern. Garments made from satin can become soiled or...

Homemade dry laundry detergent is eco-friendly, inexpensive and easy to make. It won't bubble up like store-bought detergent, but it works surprisingly well. Since factory-made detergents contain...

Scuff marks steal the luster from leather shoes. An errant step, a clumsy dance partner or contact with a sharp or abrasive object is all it takes to leave your shoes looking scraped and...

Iron-on patches on hockey jerseys often become warped or bubbled after many washings. The jersey itself becomes warped or shrinks, and little bubbles appear in the patches. The bubbles are places...

It's been said image is everything, and that certainly applies to the world of cheerleading. No cheerleader wants to go to a game or competition with a uniform that has stains. The good news is...

If you’ve ever had to try to get chocolate stains out of a white shirt, you know how hard it can be. You can buy commercial stain removers, of course, but they don’t always work well on chocolate...

Wellington boots are tall waterproof boots manufactured in the United Kingdom and made famous by the first Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, who was the boot's namesake. The boots were worn by...

A good quality panama jack hat makes a great fashion statement and can last for years if it is cared for in the proper manner. Genuine panama hats are made of toquilla straw through an Ecuadorian...

Unless you are trying to establish some sort of persona, nobody wants to start a baseball game with a uniform that is already dirty. Clay gets on a baseball uniform when a player slides into a...

Soaps have been used in various forms as cleaning agents since the beginning of time. Detergents were introduced to improve the efficiency of the cleaning process. Improved cleanliness encourages...

Pashmina and silk shawls are popular fashion statements. On the streets of New York, vendors are selling the large scarves for about $5. Check with online stores, and you're likely to see prices...

Many types of black clothing can be bleached white with items from the drugstore: chlorine bleach, hydrogen peroxide and plastic gloves. Bleach breaks down dyes within fabric, allowing color to be...

The thought of ironing clothing makes many people cringe. No one wants to spend hours in a hot, steamy room battling a difficult clothes iron. Yet leaving the house in wrinkled clothing isn't a...

Ammonia is an effective cleaning agent. However, its pungent odor can set into fabrics, leaving behind an unpleasant aroma. An ammonia odor is also a characteristic of urine. Whether laundry has...

Even with all the latest electronics on the market, some people prefer simple gadgets. The problem is that repair professionals now know how to repair the most complex and complicated digital...

Cleaning paint from leather can be tricky, especially if the paint has had time to dry. For best results, try to remove any spilled paint from the leather while it is still wet. When caring for...

Lanolin spray is a compound that is often used to clean and condition wool products, such as clothing and diapers. It is also used for the treatment of these items to make them less itchy and more...

So, you've decided to finally dust off that gym membership and put it to use again. Well first let me recommend a few do's and don'ts.

Just like with any other stain a lipstick stain is more easily removed if you catch it quickly. Unfortunately lipstick stains are likely to be overlooked until the stain has had time to set...

We've all been there. You are on your way to a holiday event and decide to wear your favorite sweater, only to remember it is full of fuzz and pills. You reach for your electronic de-fuzzing...

Busy lifestyles have made it difficult to leave the house in perfectly pressed and starched clothes everyday. Getting ready to leave the house each morning can be quite hectic and chaotic, so...

If you've ever had a pen fall apart in your pocket or accidentally written on yourself, then you've experienced the fear that you've ruined an article of clothing. Don't worry. Whether you're on...

To get a t-shirt looking worn in and distressed, simply rub the fabric with a pumice stone or fine-grit sandpaper. Distress a t-shirt with fashion advice from a New York City stylist in this free...

The trick to draping a large scarf wrap is to either pin it up with a vintage-inspired brooch, or to tie it loosely at the shoulder. Utilize basic accessories to complete an outfit with fashion...

Casual chic outfits only require a few basic pieces, such as a tank top, a great pair of jeans, an oversized sweater and a wide belt. Create an easy chic outfit on the go with fashion advice from...

Preventing wrinkles in clothing involves removing them from the dryer as soon as possible, keeping garments on a clothes hanger or purchasing non-iron shirts. Stay wrinkle-free with fashion advice...

To achieve a red-carpet look like a movie star, vintage wardrobe staples and over-the-top costume jewelry can be paired together. Dress for a fancy or casual red-carpet event with fashion advice...

An ascot is tied around the neck underneath the shirt collar before it is stuffed into the opening of the shirt. Don an ascot for a unique look with fashion advice from a New York City stylist in...

When choosing sunglasses as a fashion accessory, consider your face shape and size to find the shades that fit your proportions. Pick out stylish eyewear with advice from a New York City fashion...

Men's dress shirts are sized by the circumference of the neck and the length of the shoulder and sleeve. Understand how to choose the correct shirt size for men with fashion advice from a New York...

Handkerchiefs can be used as pocket squares in a men's blazer by folding it into a small triangle or square shape. Transform an handkerchief into a chic accessory with fashion advice from a New...

Distressing a pair of jeans can be done simply by rubbing the knees, cuffs and backside of the garment using a pumice stone or fine-grit sandpaper. Achieve a worn and distressed look in a pair of...

When you put fabric softener in with your laundry, you hope to pull out soft, comfortable clothes, towels and linens. What you don't hope to find are greasy splotches on the fabric. However, the...

Inkjet iron-on transfer paper is available in most office supply stores and can be used to create your own custom T-shirts or any type of cotton garment or bag. You will need to follow the...

Whether you are an artist compiling your latest collection of oil paintings or a homeowner painting the ceiling of your family room, the time will come when you have paint speckles on your...

During the Great Depression their were more than 120,000 shoe cobblers. The number of shoe cobblers has decreased significantly since then, but their craft is making a come back in a big way.

Dry cleaning can get expensive, particularly for business professionals and others who need shirts, ties, wool garments, coats, and business suits cleaned often. While dry cleaners offer other...

Would you like to save money by not dry cleaning your sweaters and take the "itch" out of them?

Silk scarves are beautiful yet delicate pieces of clothing. You can easily stain silk because it's susceptible to damage from perfume and hair sprays. Many people choose to dry clean their silk...

Silk, fabric made from the fibers of a silkworm cocoon, is versatile, luxurious and very delicate. For centuries, this prized material has been sought after for everything from garments to...

Sometimes you find the perfect thing to wear, but it's not in the right color. Or maybe you're trying to match a shirt or dress with a pair of shoes, and you just can't find that particular color...

For many cooks, food coloring is a gift and a curse. It's great for adding a splash of color to your favorite beverage, changing the color of white icing for those cool orange Halloween cupcakes,...

Linen fabric is a durable, lightweight but wrinkle-prone natural material that's been in popular use for clothing and household items for hundreds of years. You may reduce the severity of linen...

Chaps are leather pieces meant to be worn over jeans and other types of pants, and are intended to protect you. They are worn when riding a motorcycle, or doing other things that might be...

Everyone has a pair of favorite, old blue jeans - those jeans that you can't bear to throw out because they hold sentimental value, or because they fit you perfectly. Overtime, like any clothes,...