Jacket

Can A Puffer Jacket Shrink?

In that case, you must “shrink” it by taking in the sides, darting the back and front or wherever it is too large. Sewing may be your best option. If it is made from a natural fiber that will shrink and the garment says it can handle washing, then a regular very hot wash and […]

What Times Of Year Are Sales?

Three of the biggest blowout shopping days are Black Friday, Labor Day and Memorial Day. Memorial Day is in May, so look for furniture and home decor discounts from big-box stores. Small kitchen appliances. What times of year have the best sales? Here are all the major sales to put on your calendar in 2022 […]

When Should I Buy Fall Clothes?

The holiday season yields the first markdowns for fall. The day after Thanksgiving, also known as Black Friday, is your first chance to buy fall at 40% off. If you can hold out until December, and want to be a daredevil in the waiting game, almost all of the major retailers mark down merchandise by […]

Can You Fix Burn Holes In Jackets?

The best solution for a larger hole is repair tape. Peel and stick, it comes in loads of colors as well as clear. Like with duct tape, cut your patch bigger than the hole you’re trying to patch and round the corners to reduce possible peeling. Zwiers says stay away from sewing your jacket’s hole […]

Is 600 Down Fill Warm?

600 fill down is warm, lightweight and durable. Ideal for general outdoor and day-to-day use. Is 600 fill or 800 fill warmer? So in simple terms, the higher the fill power of a down jacket or sleeping bag, the warmer it will be for its weight. The image below illustrates the difference in volume between […]

Does Black Go With Brown Leather?

Yes, Brown and Black Is the Color Combo of the Moment See model Bella Hadid in Milan, wearing a black turtleneck and leather gloves with a brown cargo pant set and matching Louis Vuitton bucket hat. Do brown leather and black go together? Bottom line, 100% yes you can pair black and brown together. Does […]

Can You Patch Nylon?

For every RIP, TEAR, WEAR and HOLE. RIP FIX (Repair All) nylon repair patches are designed for all of your fabric repair needs. The ultra-strong adhesive sticks extremely well. The repair patches are made from ballistic nylon which was originally developed for military body armor. How do you fix a hole in nylon? How to […]

Can You Wear Double Leather?

Leather is great fabric to wear and style but just like wearing double sequins, how to wear double leather takes finesse and edge in order to avoid looking like a biker. The premise of this double leather outfit is simplicity, sophistication and versatility. Is leather on leather acceptable? This year leather on leather was all […]

Does Febreze Eliminate Smoke Odor?

Spray smokey smelling rooms with Febreze Air for a quick burst of freshness and to eliminate lingering odors. Set out bowls of activated charcoal throughout your house, which will absorb the smoky odor. What neutralizes the smell of smoke? To reduce the smoke smell in a room or vehicle, fill several small bowls with white […]

Why Does My Winter Jacket Smell?

The fine under feathers of a goose known as “down” are used to fill such things as comforters and winter jackets. Goose down makes your jacket or clothing warm, soft and comfortable. But when the goose down becomes wet it can cause your clothing to smell. How do you get the smell out of a […]