Caring for Your Wedding Gown

            Most brides want to preserve their dress as a keepsake, perhaps for their own daughter to wear on her wedding day. Cleaning industry experts recommend that the dress be cleaned by an expert before storage. Beware of invisible stains from food, beverages, and body oil. If these stains are not properly cleaned, they may become permanent. Therefore, it is important to point out any stains or spills to us as your professional cleaner before cleaning.

            Look at the wedding gown’s care label before purchasing it to make sure you understand the recommended cleaning instructions. When it comes time to clean the gown, come to Reehorst's and we will professionally clean and properly store the gown.

        Unfortunately, no process or storage method can guarantee against yellowing or possible deterioration of fabrics. There are, however, several steps you can take to protect your garment.

· We will  pack the gown in a special storage box that will help prevent contamination.

· Store your gown in a cool, dry place, such as under your bed. Do not store in the basement or the attic.

· If you are storing a long gown on a hanger, sew straps to the waistline for the dress to relieve pressure on the shoulders from the weight of the skirt. Wrap the dress in a protective white sheet or muslin covering.

· Whether the gown is hung or boxed, the bodice should be stuffed with white tissue paper to prevent wrinkles.

· Never  store headpiece, veil, shoes, or other accessories with your gown.

· Inspect your gown from time to time during storage. Stains not apparent initially could appear later and should be attended to immediately.

Wedding Gown Survival Kit