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Your Next Step Podiatry

Make an appointment with one of our doctors for an evaluation to see if you qualify for a pair of shoes.

Top 5 Tips for Tailoring Appointments

Whether it’s your first time to have your clothes altered or you’re a pro at getting pinned, here are some tips to make your visit smoother

Why Almost All of Your Zippers Have the Letters “YKK” on Them

Check out the zipper on whatever jacket you're wearing now. We bet it's stamped with the letters "YKK."

Why you should never wash your jeans

Laundry is inevitable, but thankfully there are people like Levi’s CEO and President Chip Bergh who want to make our lives a little easier. According to him, you should never wash a pair of jeans. Ever. While this may prompt noises of disgust from those are less-then-enamoured by the idea of walking around in dirty clothes, Mr Bergh explained that he "spot cleans" any stains with a toothbrush.

Guide to Purchasing a Sewing Machine

When it comes to sewing machines and fabric variances, you want a machine that's going to be able to tackle any job & provide the best comfort of use possible.

5 Tips For Getting Your Groom Ready For Your Wedding Day

You want to make sure that you look just right for your wedding day. But at the same time it’s his wedding too, so your husband-to-be looks needs to look the part too. Check out these groom's wedding planning tips.

10 Modern Sewing Patterns that Flatter Women

As much as I love a good shift dress, sometimes its nice to sew a more modern sewing pattern with a fit that flatters. A sewing pattern that will make you feel like a million bucks. So I looked around and found some that I think would do exactly that. Sewing patterns that flatter WOMEN. …

Wedding Tuxedo Rentals: Choices, Ideas and Tips

How to Pack Formal Wear

What you should know about packing a bag or suitcase for a formal event.

Tips On Formal Wear

Most people would agree that there is something special about a man in a tux. Follow these tips to insure that your tuxedo/formal wear fits properly.

6 Easy Ways To Individualise Your Formal Wear

What many feel are the limitations of formal wear are actually strengths: a good suit or tux is a blank canvas for you to customised. We bring you 6 foolproof ways of adding personality and interest to your formal attire, from subtle collar bars and lapel pins to unconventional shirts and footwear.

Crucial Tips on Bridal Dress Alterations

Tips to buy summery formal wear

When it comes to workwear, finding the right balance between comfort and style is a must, say experts.

4 Tips for Wedding Gown Alterations & Fittings

After finding your dream wedding gown, it is important to make sure the fit is perfect for your big day. Find a tailor you trust, like the wedding experts at Wedding

Renting a Tuxedo for Business Reasons? Read Here

Whether you’re running a fancy restaurant, organizing a catering event, …

Where can I rent a great tuxedo for my wedding?

New York Bride & Groom has a dedicated tuxedo rental department so the guys can shop in their own space with their own changing rooms and service staff.

Find the most Flattering Tuxedo

You may think.... that all tuxedos are the same but they are certainly not! Your groom needs to show off his sense of style with the...

Pressing Tips from an Alterations Professional

Pamela Howard offers pressing tool recommendations and tips to help you properly steam, mold, and shape your next garment.

Tips for achieving the perfect tuxedo fit

On our wedding day, make sure you look like the perfect match for your beautiful bride by applying the following tips for fitting your tuxedo perfectly.