“It seems every time I look at a care label, there’s a different symbol. How can I figure out what they mean? Also, if the label says ‘hand wash’ do I really have to hand wash the garment?” A. Care labels can be a pain in the neck, both literally and figuratively, but they have important information about the processing of your garments. Click here to see the care label chart that translates the symbols into plain English. By the... View Article
“I love dressing up for the holidays, but always seem to mess up the outfit while dressing. What can I do?” A. A few simple steps can help avoid stains and snags on holiday clothing. If you use make-up, hairspray, perfume, nail polish or cologne, remember that they contain such ingredients as alcohol, dyes, oils, etc. that can damage fabrics. To help avoid stains, put these on before getting dressed and let them dry for at least five minutes before... View Article
Learn how to sew on a button with Heidi Waddell, Anton's seamstress.
“What is the best way to care for a wedding gown?” A. A wedding gown should be cleaned as soon as possible after use. As with other clothing, stains and soiling have the best chance of being removed completely when they are “fresh.” Special packaging is available that protects a fragile gown from atmospheric soils and contamination. Even though no process or storage method can guarantee against yellowing, mildew or fabric deterioration, Anton’s wedding dress care process, including acid-free packaging,... View Article
“What is the best way to pack my suitcase to minimize wrinkling?” A.Whether you are planning a winter get away or traveling for business, you want your clothes to look their best. Here are six tips to help keep your clothes fresh: Don’t fold – roll. Gently rolling your clothes will not only take up less space, but also reduce wrinkles and creases. Select fabrics that won’t wrinkle easily such as silks, cotton knits and lightweight wools. Put the plastic... View Article