Wedding dress preservation in NYC is one of the most important post-wedding tasks many brides overlook. After the rush of your big day, it’s easy to think the work is done—but caring for your gown properly is essential. Renowned for expert wedding dress preservation in NYC, Winzer Cleaners has long been the toast of Broadway and trusted by generations of brides. The top mistakes brides make when storing their wedding dresses include not cleaning them first, using plastic garment bags for long-term storage, and choosing unsuitable locations like attics or basements.
Skipping professional cleaning also allows invisible stains to oxidize, while plastic traps moisture and releases damaging chemicals, and attics or basements expose the dress to extreme temperatures, humidity, and pests. Perhaps the worst mistake of all is not thinking that you will want to wear your dress again, or pass it down to future generations. Here are the leading errors new brides might make, and how one call to Winzer Cleaners can help you completely avoid them:
DIY Wedding Dress Preservation in NYC & Other Common Mistakes
- Not cleaning the dress first: Invisible stains from sweat, food, or drinks can yellow and damage the fabric over time.
- Using plastic for long-term storage: Plastic bags can trap moisture, leading to mold, and may emit gases that degrade fabric.
- Hanging the dress long-term: Hanging can cause stress, stretching, and distortion on the fabric and seams over time.
- Storing in an unsuitable location: Attics, basements, and garages expose the dress to extreme temperatures, humidity, and potential leaks.
- Exposure to light: Sunlight can cause fading and weaken delicate fibers like silk and lace.
- Not cleaning it professionally: Have the dress professionally cleaned by Winzer Cleaners and inspected as soon as possible after the wedding.
- Avoid DIY Gown Preservation Kits: Prudent brides setting up your home will always look to save money. Stinting on bridal gown preservation should not be one of them. Allow Winzer Cleaners to dry clean then preserve your wedding dress in a pH-neutral, acid-free storage box, cushioned with acid-free tissue paper and wrapped in muslin. Besides, our premises are spotless. Are yours?
- Use a breathable garment bag for short-term use: If you must hang the dress, use a breathable, opaque garment bag made of cotton or muslin for temporary storage only.
- Select a proper storage location: Store the dress in a cool, dry, and dark climate-controlled room, such as a closet in the main part of your home, away from attics, basements, and direct sunlight.
- Handle with care: Minimize touching the dress with bare hands, as natural oils can leave marks.
Why Choose Winzer Cleaners for Wedding Dress Preservation in NYC
- We’ve been the dry cleaners of choice in NYC for over 112 years.
- Our experts examine every inch of your gown, note its fabric(s), any embellishments such as beading, palettes or sequins, and embroidery, and make any and all repairs before we carefully and completely clean your bridal dress.
- Your freshly cleaned wedding gown is padded with acid free tissue, gently placed in a museum-quality, acid-free box, and wrapped in muslin before it is presented to you.
- You can arrange for pickup and delivery of your bridal gown for cleaning and preservation, or if you prefer, to make arrangements for Winzer Cleaners to store your garment on our premises.
- Wearing white gloves, every 2-3 years we ask that you open and inspect your wedding dress. It is not necessary to remove your gown from the box, however, if you notice any discoloration of the fabric, or spotting, please contact Winzer Cleaners immediately. We take exceptional pride in our work and want your preserved gown to remain in optimal condition to wear at a future anniversary celebration, vow renewal, or as an heirloom for future generations.
Even if your wedding occurred some time ago, it is not too late to contact Winzer Cleaners’ professionals regarding wedding dress preservation in NYC as well as the entire TriState region. Our experts will be glad to answer your questions and arrange for the pickup and delivery of your cleaned and preserved bridal finery. Call now!
