Care Guide
Garment care, from the people who clean it.
Practical tips on suits, shirts, stains, coats, cashmere, and alterations, written by the Tidy team on East 88th Street.
How Often Should You Dry Clean a Suit?
A suit does not need cleaning after every wear. Here’s when it makes sense to bring it in.
Read more →The Best Way to Care for Dress Shirts
A few simple habits can help collars, cuffs, and fabric stay cleaner and sharper longer.
Read more →What to Do With a Stain Before You Bring It In
The first few minutes matter. Here’s what helps, and what can make a stain harder to remove.
Read more →Storing Winter Coats Before You Pack Them Away
Clean them first, empty the pockets, and give them room to breathe until next season.
Read more →How to Care for Cashmere
Cashmere stays softer and holds its shape better when it is cleaned and stored with a little extra care.
Read more →When an Alteration Is Worth It
A hem, taper, waist adjustment, or repair can make a favorite piece much easier to wear.
Read more →Ask the shop
Not sure how to treat something?
Bring it in or text us a photo. We’ll tell you what we’d do.