Thursday, January 22, 2009

How To Store A Tuxedo

By Victor Santerino

Wearing a tuxedo is a great and wonderful experience that is done by most people a few times a year. Since this garment is only used a few times a year it makes sense that a persons tuxedo is in storage most of the time.

This piece was written to offer advice on how to properly store tuxedos. Upon finishing this article you will know more about tuxedo storage than you did before.

Examining the tuxedo for discoloration is the first step that needs to be taken. Be sure to eliminate any stains before they have time to set into the fabric. This is much easier if you do it right after the event rather than after it has been stored for a year.

Next a person should make sure there aren't any tears, pulls, or missing buttons before putting putting the tuxedo away. Checking for these damages before putting the tuxedo away will give you the peace of mind you need the next time someone springs a surprise black tie affair on you.

Use a storage area that is tidy and away from any type of light that may discolor the fabric of your tux. This simple step could save you from having to buy a new tuxedo three years from now.

Moths can be deadly to all of your clothes and your tuxedo is no exception. Place cedar materials in or around your tuxedo to deter these insects.

Finally, be sure to check on your tuxedo every once in a while. Try the tuxedo on to make sure that it still fits properly and make adjustments when necessary.

The last thing I ask you to do is to go to the top of your browser and click on bookmarks to bookmark this page. Having this page on hand will save you the hassle of looking for it each time you wear your tuxedo. - 16747

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