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  Should You Tip Your Tailor? Here's What Experts Say Tipping your tailor is an unwritten “fashion rule.” Having your clothing tailored is one of those service fashion rule s that’s absolutely necessary, but often underrated. Broken zipper on your jeans? A thrifted dress that doesn’t fit quite right? A treasured favorite badly in need of repair? Tailors come in clutch for all the above scenarios and so many more. This begs the question: How much should you tip your tailor, and is a tip even required? The answer depends, but our handy guide on tipping tailors makes it a cinch. Should You Always Tip Your Tailor?  Tipping your tailor isn’t mandatory or even expected in most cases, but that’s not to say it isn’t very much appreciated. Rhonda Marinoff, a personal fashion stylist based in New York City, calls it an “unwritten fashion rule” of sorts, and says that it’s often in good form to add a little extra on top of the standard fee. This is particularly true if it’s exc...

  Future Of Dry cleaning The dry cleaning industry is changing. Cleaners must update services to attract younger customers. In Part 1, we covered industry consolidation and labor issues. Part 2 focused on technology’s impact in 2025. Today, we highlight new opportunities. Past vs Future “Formal dress isn’t coming back,” says Mary Scalco, CEO of the Drycleaning & Laundry Institute. “We need to clean everyday clothes.” Christopher White, executive director of America’s Best Cleaners, sees growth in the circular fashion economy. Cleaners can extend clothing life, reduce waste, and promote sustainability. “Re-commerce in the U.S. will hit $73 billion by 2025,” White says. “If 5% of shoppers use dry cleaners yearly, it’s a big opportunity.” “Younger people love vintage and thrifting,” Scalco adds. “They invest in quality over fast fashion.” White notes opportunities in cleaning luxury items like Louis Vuitton bags and Balenciaga sneakers. Cleaners must rebrand to attract new custome...

  News Posts : Project Prom Dress, Free Dress for Every Girl Project Prom Dress to give ‘boutique’ experience to any girls needing dresses https://www.news-graphic.com/news/project-prom-dress-to-give-boutique-experience-to-any-girls-needing-dresses/article_e63a2450-e4ad-11ef-af9a-2f4d739fd306.html AMEN House to host Project Prom Dress event at Faith Baptist Church from February 28 to March 2 We are clearing inventory and preparing 500 dresses in condition. “For the past two years, I’ve had 120 dresses sent to me every year,” Zwick said. “We reached out to more schools this year because we had leftover dresses. We’re hearing from people in Richmond. AMEN House evaluator Michele Carlisle said, “The girls are not only given dresses that fit their size, but they can choose the ones they really like.” “They can try on 12 dresses and find 12 that don’t fit.” The volunteers are planning this event with the mindset that “every girl deserves to feel safe and have fun.”

  Reinventing the Laundry Experience: How Cafés and Coffee are Changing the Game Laundry doesn’t have to be a boring chore anymore. More businesses are combining laundry services with café-style comfort, offering customers a place to relax, work, or enjoy a good cup of coffee while waiting for their clothes to wash and dry. A Fresh Take on Laundry Green Laundry Lounge in Greer, South Carolina, is leading this trend. With a mix of self-service laundry, organic dry cleaning, and a farm-to-table café, they have transformed the traditional laundromat into a welcoming community space. The lounge covers 4,000 square feet, with 20 ENERGY STAR®-rated Electrolux washers and dryers of various sizes. While customers wait, they can enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, TVs, an indoor play area, or even an outdoor pocket park. The café, a key part of the experience, serves Indian street food, bakery items, coffee, tea, and bubble tea. It’s become a draw on its own, bringing in customers who may not even need...