Shirt

For the first time, it’s a good idea to wash the shirt all by itself, lest it bleeds. Pair cold water with a gentle cycle or hand-washing and air-dry the shirt. How do I wash my shirt for the first time? Washing new clothing Remove unwanted objects. Remove all the tags from your clothes and […]

On average, alteration prices range from $3 to $150. Other factors you need to consider are materials, location, and the type of clothes/garments you have. How much does it cost to make a shirt smaller? What is this? If you don’t want to sew or feel like this task will take too much time, you […]

Many retailers pull online orders directly from the sales floor and ship them directly from the store—which means the clothes you bought online could be coated with chemicals, too. And even clothing from online-only retailers could use a wash, since manufacturers use some of these chemicals to make their clothes. Should I wash clothes I […]

Always remove the collar stays from the collar before washing and ironing. If you don’t they will become warped causing the dress shirt collar points to curve awkwardly. Don’t count on your cleaner to find and remove stains. Can you wash shirt collar stays? Wash cycles or dry-cleaning procedures can easily ruin collar stays, so […]

Baking soda is one of the first go tos for many people looking to get rid of that chemical smell on their new clothes. Fill a bucket or sink with water. Add 2 cups of baking soda and soak the clothing overnight. Wash the clothing as normal, adding ½ cup of baking soda to the […]

The collar should be tight but comfortable. If the collar is not on tight enough it will not support your injury and you may experience pain or risk further damage to your neck. If worn too loose it may also rub and can cause skin soreness and irritation. How tight should a neck collar be? […]

There Are a Lot of Chemicals in Your New Clothes Almost all clothing is imbued with a cocktail of chemicals that, when placed against your skin, can cause irritation and could even end up being absorbed into your body. Is it bad to wear new shirts before washing? Bottom Line. The conclusion is clear: According […]

Loosening a tight shirt collar can be boiled down to these 4 essential steps: Use a collar extender. Go to a dedicated tailor and get the collar loosened professionally. Use a skirt hanger and hot water to stretch out the collar. Avoid buttoning up the top button. How do you stretch a dress shirt neck? […]

It can’t be too tight, too transparent, too lightweight or too long-line. And it can’t be expensive either, because jersey will slowly fade to grey after enough washes, wear and tear (we suggest you replace your white T-shirt every six months to keep it looking fresh). How long can you wear white shirt? Most Americans […]

New clothes are generally considered too old too quickly. The average high-street garment is only worn 7 times when its life expectancy would be more than 2 years under normal wear and tear. I encourage you to stop keeping up with the latest trends. How often should you get new work clothes? Once every twelve […]

When to Wash Every Type of Clothing Item of Clothing How Often to Wash Dress pants and skirts 2 times a season Fleece jackets and sweatshirts After 6 to 7 wears Hats, gloves & scarves 3 to 5 times a season Hosiery After every wear How long do clothes last on average? between two and […]

After all, clothes were meant to be worn out, not forgotten about after just one wear. Re-adapt athleisure by switching up your footwear. Play around with your hairstyles. When it comes to accessorizing, less is always more. Switch things up with your outerwear. Layering is everything. Befriend the classic button down. How often can you […]

The tumbling of the dryer makes the surface of garment fibers rough, which in turn makes the colors appear faded, even if they aren’t. Skip washing all-together. The more you wash an item, the more faded it becomes. If you’ve only worn a garment for a few hours, don’t toss it in the washer. How […]

For both men’s and women’s shirts, the shoulder seam should fall at the edge of your shoulder. Where should shoulder seam fall hoodie? Since a classic sweatshirt should be a rather loose-fitting garment, you have to pay special attention to the placement of the shoulder seam. It should lie on the shoulder bone, because if […]

Shoulders. The seam where the sleeve attaches to the body of a fitted dress shirt should hit close to the top of your shoulders. Mass brands tend to cut their shirts too large (to fit more people, of course), and so you’ll often see the seam sliding down onto the arm. How should dress shirts […]

A cuff that is too snug or too loose on the mid-upper arm can lead to greatly exaggerated blood pressure measurements, results of a community-based study show. Should a blood pressure cuff be tight or loose? You should place it tight enough so that you can only slip two fingertips under the top edge of […]

Combining a dress shirt and shorts is a surefire way to inject your closet with some casual sophistication. For maximum fashion effect, complement this outfit with a pair of black leather loafers. Consider teaming a dress shirt with shorts to assemble a neat and elegant look. Can you wear dress shirt with shorts? The short […]

Your shoulder seam should end at the edge of the shoulder bone, not the shoulder muscle (see image for correct shoulder seams). If the shoulder seam ends on the shoulder muscle, the shirt can look too boxy. Where should a shirt hit your shoulders? It should sit against your shoulders at the base of your […]

The two-finger rule states that a dress shirt collar should provide just enough space to fit two fingers. If you can’t comfortably slip your index finger and middle finger into the collar, it’s too small. If there’s enough space for three or more fingers, conversely, the collar is too big. How loose should a dress […]

A 3 piece suit consists of three parts: a jacket, trousers, and a waistcoat (known as a vest in North America). While some may suggest that all three components should be made with the matching fabric, you can also wear a contrasting waistcoat or jacket to differentiate the look. What are the 5 pieces of […]