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.

I wrote this article to help men and women in their endeavor to safely store their tuxedos. After reading this article you will know all the little nuances that can keep you from safely storing your tuxedo and how to avoid them.

The first area to look at after wearing a tuxedo is the material and color. Make sure there aren't any stains on the garment before locking it up for a year. It will be much easier to get a stain out before it has had time to set.

Make sure there aren't any rips or absent buttons before deciding to lock your tuxedo away. Examining the tuxedo for these defects will give you the ability to fix them before putting the tux away and having to deal with it a year from now.

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.

Storage must also be kept in a way that protects from insects like moths. This can be done by using cedar in, on, or around the tuxedo that needs protecting.

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.

Bookmark this article and refer to it each time you wear your tuxedo. Use these tips each year and you will find your black tie affairs much more rewarding. - 16651

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