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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.

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. …

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.

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.

Wedding Tuxedo Rentals: Choices, Ideas and Tips

What to ask your tailor to do: 4 Basic Suit Alterations

5 Alterations You Didn’t Know Your Tailor Could Do

You’ve probably made a few trips to a tailor in your life to take in (or let out) a dress or to shorten a pair of pants. (And if you’re petite, this errand is probably one with which you’re extremely familiar.) But these skilled artisans can do so much more than just hike up a hem.

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.

Crucial Tips on Bridal Dress Alterations

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.

Tailoring Tips You'll Need for Your Wardrobe Overhaul

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.