Learn from my mistakes - here are a few tips to ensure your gown is cared for properly:
- Hang it by the loops inside the gown - not by the fragile shoulder seams.
- Don't store it in a plastic bag because plastic emits fumes that can yellow the gown. Plastic also traps in moisture, which could cause your gown to mildew.
- When having it cleaned and preserved, use a local specialist who will personally do the work for you - not one that will send it off.
- Inspect your gown before having the specialist place it in the storage container.
- Store your gown in a completely acid-free, museum-quality, archival wedding chest lined with fabric or acid-free tissue.
- Don't store it in a place that experiences extreme temperature changes.
Have a wedding gown crisis? Call Alan Peatross at A Cleaner World 336-841-4188. He's our in-house expert.
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