Need Reference for Gown Preservation

sweigang Posted: Oct 25, 2001 04:05 PM

Need Reference for Gown Preservation

I need to get my dress preserved and I didn't use VIP for the Tuxedos. Anyone have suggestions? I called J.Sheer in NYC and they quoted me between $400 - 500. I think that is a little much even if they guarantee it for 50 years.

MiniBride Posted: Oct 25, 2001 07:40 PM

Need Reference for Gown Preservation

I have posted this several times, but I'll do it again.

Stylon Cleaners in Baldwin
Ask for Tom Marino. He charges $150 to clean/preserve and box the dress, veil/headpiece, shoes and invitation for you.

Good luck!

Laura Posted: Oct 26, 2001 09:40 AM

Minibride

Does he vacuum seal your box?
Laura

MiniBride Posted: Oct 26, 2001 03:00 PM

Laura

I don't think he did, but I don't know for sure b/c it's at my parents house on the East coast, and I'm on the West coast.
Also, I'm not sure you'd want to vacuum seal the dress. I saw many other posts that said it's important to take the dress out once a year and re-fold it, so it doesn't get permanent marks on it from being packed away.
You can call him to ask, he's super nice, and will give you his opinion/advice! Good luck!