Jeeves Cleans Couture for a Cause BY HAND

After the last model had walked, and the house lights went dark in one of the last fashion shows to ever be held at Bryant Park, the real work began for your man Jeeves and his cleaning team.

As mentioned before Jeeves had been entrusted by representatives from Fashion for Relief as well as Net-A-Porter to clean and transport all the garments worn during the show held during New York  Fall 2010 Fashion Week.  As you can see from the picture above your man Jeeves has his hands very full of couture.

Once off the catwalk and back at Jeeves’ garment care workshop the clothes were analyzed by his team of craftsmen to ensure that they received Jeeves’ full white glove treatment. After careful analysis, it was  decided that all donated garments must be cleaned by hand due to the responsibility of cleaning these one of a kind couture gowns.

Your man Jeeves would have hated to see the fine details and incredible construction of these beautiful gowns lose their unique presence due to improper cleaning, so the only solution  was to clean every piece by hand. This meant much more work for Jeeves and his team, but no one minded for such a charitable cause.

After a long weekend of cleaning,  your man Jeeves returned each and every gown to its original pristine condition and hand delivered them to Net-A-Porter who will be auctioning off the gowns after the London show has been completed. All proceeds from the online auction beginning March 15 will benefit CARE, an organization working towards rebuilding the healthcare system in Haiti.

Your man Jeeves can’t wait to see what fabulous looks go down the runway at the London Fashion for Relief event. Like Jeeves New York, Jeeves of London has been entrusted to clean and handle the couture for the Fashion For Relief show being held tongiht  in just a week after the New York show. He can only extend his empathy towards Jeeves London because he knows all the hard work they have ahead of them.

You may recognize the gown above as the gorgeous piece worn by Sarah Ferguson, also entrusted to your man Jeeves is the now famous Burberry ensemble worn by Agyness Deyn complete with those 7 in. platforms that caused her to take quite the tumble 2x! All the pieces by Alexander McQueen that Jeeves had worked with backstage are not available for auction, for all of his pieces are being returned to his estate. Jeeves was so excited when he was sorting through the racks to find the stunning cerulean gown worn by none other than Naomi Campbell herself that required the Jeeves touch.

For all your couture cleaning needs, or perhaps those pieces that require a second or even third look come visit your man Jeeves, for the best couture cleaning in New York.

Allison Parris and her man Jeeves

People always tell you that they save the best for last, and this past week was no exception. Traveling out in yet another snowfall, your Man Jeeves traveled to  a spacious loft on the West side to preview the latest from a designer we have already introduced you to; Allison Parris.

As previously mentioned Jeeves has become the go to source for the designer, so he could not wait to see what else she had in store. It must be said however, that Jeeves’ assistant Mollie was a bit more excited since the pieces are a bit more to her taste.

The loft was a very stark white which was a magnificent contrast to the neutral tones and beaded accents of the collection. Although these designs were different from Parris’ first collection her signature look still commanded the collection with chain embellishments, full flirty skirts, and sassy shirt dresses.

All the embellished and beaded pieces will need careful attention during cleaning, so that they do not fall apart. For all your complicated cleaning needs Jeeves New York has just the team to care for your clothes.

Your man Jeeves could not help but to notice the following that the designer has developed as many young women in the audience were wearing pieces from last season’s collection. Most popular among these were the “Silk Wrap Skirt”, and the “Tulle Mini Skirt.”

If you own any pieces by Allison Parris that you do not trust your cleaner to care for please bring it to your man Jeeves who is now Allison’s man Jeeves.

Jeeves Attends Perry Ellis Fall 2010 Fashion Show

After an exciting but exhausting weekend, Jeeves was thrilled to be in the audience for the show of one of his favorite men’s designers, Perry Ellis and not be tucked away backstage.

As soon as the first look hit the runway your man Jeeves already knew he was going to be very busy next fall if these looks are indicative of what is to come. With jackets in deep hues, and made of distinct materials including goat skin had Jeeves on the edge of his seat for what would be next down the runway.

Jeeves was very excited to see that velvet blazers would be returning to the stores next fall, but with a little more flare for the dramatic with their leather trimming.  There was no shortage of fitted suits perfect for your man Jeeves and his clients.

If you also enjoyed the Perry Ellis Fall 2010 collection just remember that your man Jeeves offers the best leather cleaning in NYC, and his chemical free ECO2 Cleanse process will keep your suits looking sharp and odorless!

Jeeves cleans down with CO2

As the weekend approaches, so does the impending doom of yet another winter storm bringing with it lots of frozen precipitation, and the need for the warmest of your outerwear.

Your man Jeeves has had just about enough of these cold New York days, and is certainly ready for spring and the warmer weather. However, on these brisk days he braves the streets wearing his down jacket which he only used to wear on the exceptionally cold days because it was quite an ordeal to clean.

In the past Jeeves had avoided cleaning this jacket at great lengths due to the fact that the first one he purchased when arriving in the US was almost ruined because of his ignorance to care for a garment he was unfamiliar with.

Many down jackets instruct the consumer NOT to dry clean these jackets. Why? Typically, in the dry cleaning process the feathers all clump together so that their warmth is no longer distributed throughout the entire jacket. Worst of all, the chemical odor lingers in the feathers and follows you everywhere.

The same results tend to happen with home cleaning sans the cleaning odor, but with the added potential for a devastating headache as many cleaning professionals instruct that tennis balls or sneakers be placed in the dryer with the jacket to help redistribute the feathers.

This cleaning was a futile effort for your man Jeeves until now. With the introduction of the CO2 machine, and this being Jeeves’ first winter with the ECO2 Cleanse process he figured he would try his luck. By this point he had tried everything else…

Before cleaning Jeeves was very hopeful, for he had helped Mrs. Jeeves during the last snow blast, and had seriously soiled his jacket. In case you were unaware your man Jeeves LOVES color, so his vibrant jacket does not conceal stains well.

The results were remarkable! The jacket was removed from the machine spotless, odorless, and colder than the temperature outside the store. Your man Jeeves felt like he had just received a brand new jacket and it only took half the time of regular dry cleaning.

CO2 dry cleaning is able to clean any down jacket much better than any other process and in much less time.

For all your down jacket cleaning needs come visit your man Jeeves, the only luxury garment care firm with CO2 in all of Manhattan.

36,000 Costumes Cleaned for The Met

At last count your man Jeeves  has cleaned over 36,000 costumes for the Metropolitan Opera House. What an accomplishment.

And these aren’t everyday items.

The costumes at the Metropolitan Opera’s are the best-of-the-best. Their costume designers use only the finest fabrics and materials. Yards and yards of silk, miles of crinoline. You wouldn’t believe  how much padding is in some of the petticoats.

Garments are referred to as; mantua, frock, breeches and court jackets. The language of their wardrobe quickly transports one back in time.

Corsets are worn under gowns to pinch in a woman’s waist and  padded petticoats give  hips the required width. When all is said and done some of the gowns must weigh 30 pounds!

One of the most amazing things about the costumes at the Met is how well made they are. No detail is too small, including proper period buttons and embellishments.

The costume designers at the Met are truly magicians. My staff and I are transported to another place and time every time these costumes are brought to us for cleaning.

This week we are in ancient Egypt; we are cleaning Aida.

Thanks for listening, your man Jeeves.

Organic Dry Cleaners in New York Should be Truthful

In an article in the San Francisco Chronicle on September 19th, dry cleaners who claim to be
“green” or “environmentally” friendly may be using a solvent which could harm you or the environment. The city’s Department of the Environment is looking to eliminate the chemicals used by dry cleaners.

The same department is working with the city attorney’s office to draft a “truth in advertising” law to prohibit dry cleaners from claiming to be green if they are not.

This is something greatly needed in New York as many dry cleaning firms are advertising that they are “organic” and the truth is they are not.

Organic dry cleaning is a “wolf in sheep’s clothing” as these dry cleaners are using ExxonMobile’s DF2000 which is chemically organic, just like gasoline is chemically organic.

The only methods sanctioned by the EPA as non-toxic alternatives to traditional dry cleaning are; wet cleaning (which uses water) and CO2 dry cleaning.

Jeeves has always used wet cleaning for those garments which can be safely cleaned using this process. Of the garments which come into Jeeves for cleaning, only 30% can be safely cleaned using this method.

In about one month Jeeves is installing CO2 dry cleaning technology. This will make Jeeves the only luxury garment care firm in New York to not use toxic chemicals to dry clean clothing. In fact Jeeves will have the only operational CO2 dry cleaning machine in the State of New York.

The Jeeves CO2 process, Eco2 Cleanse, uses beverage quality carbon dioxide, the same stuff that adds the fizz to your soda, in place of petrochemicals. The technology is manufactured by Solvair.

The installation of our Solvair equipment will also make us the first Jeeves location in the world to clean in CO2.

The Eco2 Cleanse process is superior to traditional dry cleaning methods as it;

• Cleans better than traditional dry cleaning.
• Is truly “green”, no harmful petrochemicals are used.
• It gentle, clothes are subject to less “wear and tear” during the cleaning process.
• Does not allow stains to set. Eco2 Cleanse is unique, heat is not used at all so stains will not set.

Jeeves of Belgravia, New York is proud to be the first luxury dry cleaner in New York to be 100% petrochemical free.

Madison Avenue, New York City and Dry Cleaning

Shopping on Madison Avenue is unlike any other shopping experience in New York City and quite possibly anywhere else.

Madison Avenue shops are the best of the best, and only dry cleaning company that is just steps from Madison Avenue is Jeeves of Belgravia, New York.

Sharing 65^th Street with Jeeves are Valentino and Giorgio Armani, and around the block are J, Mendel, Chanel, Hermes, Roberto Cavalli and Dolce & Gabanna.

When these Madison Avenue boutiques are asked, “Whom should I use to take care of my clothes?” all respond, “Jeeves, of course”.

Jeeves of Belgravia is a destination for fine dry cleaning, all accomplished in the English tradition of “hand craftsmanship”, with no detail overlooked.

In an era of whereas many services have become automated it is refreshing to know that at Jeeves old-fashioned values still exist.

This hand-craftsmanship is so highly regarded that Vera Wang only recommends Jeeves to care for her exquisite bridal collection.

For your man Jeeves, it is all in a days work.

Jeeves of Belgravia is celebrating our 40^th anniversary of opening our Belgravia location in London.

Jeeves of Belgravia, New York has been selected as one of America’s Best Cleaners for 2007 and 2008. Jeeves also holds the Royal Warrant for Dry Cleaner to HRH The Prince of Wales and is the only worldwide dry cleaning company.

White Armani Jacket and the Lipstick Stain

Your man Jeeves always knows about discretion. When a gentleman drops off a jacket with a bit of lipstick on the collar, Jeeves does not assume or ask questions.

It’s Jeeves’ job to make the problem go away.

Case in point is this week is a lovely white linen Giorgio Armani jacket. A bit rumbled from wear, and a bit of a lipstick near the collar.

Jeeves’ staff make quick work of the lipstick stain; cleaning the jacket by hand.  Lastly our pressing craftsmen take their time to completely hand press every part of the jacket so it will be “better-than-new”.

Problem gone and the jacket is perfect. All in a day’s work for, your man Jeeves.

When you want the best-of-the-best, no other garment care firm anywhere can compare with Jeeves of Belgravia, New York.

Jeeves is unique amongst garment care firms in New York City as we hold the Royal Warrant as “Dry cleaners to HRH the Price of Wales”, have been selected as one of America’s Best Cleaners and are the ONLY world-wide garment care firm.

Yoko Ono Lennon’s Jacket

I had a cool experience this week.

A gentleman driving a beautiful Mercedes Benz parked in front of Jeeves this week. By chance I was at the front of the shop at the time.

He handed me a jacket and asked if he could get it cleaned by Friday. “It would be my pleasure”, I responded.

“May I ask the client’s name”, I said.

The driver says, “Yoko Ono Lennon”.

As a life-long Beatles fan, my jaw dropped. Wow, Yoko’s jacket.

Of the many celebrities that I have had the pleasure of meeting over the years, Yoko has always been at the top of my list. Hopefully I can get the chance to actually meet her one day.

For time time being, I’ll happily settle for the dry cleaner of choice by Yoko Ono.

For those you don’t know, Jeeves of Belgraiva, New York is the only world-wide garment care firm.

Our boutique shop is just steps from Madison Avenue on 65th Street and Jeeves’ offers a full range of garment care services including; dry cleaning, “by hand” shirt service, household laundry, couture gown cleaning, bridal gown cleaning and preservation, hand bag cleaning and restoration, invisible weaving and alterations and repairs.

Jeeves of Belgravia, New York has also been selected as one of America’s Best Cleaners for the last two years and is on the Top 10 NYC List by City Spur.

How to Choose a Custom Shirt

One of the most affordable luxuries in a gentleman’s wardrobe is the custom shirt. There is nothing quite like the feeling of getting dressed in the morning and slipping on a shirt that was created just for you.

Your man Jeeves has found an incredible source for fine custom shirts, just a stones throw from New York City. Across the Hudson in Newark, New Jersey is a gem of a shirt maker, Mel Gambert.

What impressed Jeeves most during his visit to the factory was that the small details, over-looked by many custom shirt makers, were attended to by the staff of Mel Gambert.

Jeeves watched with fascination the amount of hand cutting involved with the proper setting of the collar on each shirt. Many other makers omit this step which is a tragedy, because it allows to the collar to lay perfectly.

Considering details, the buttons on Mr. Gambert’s shirts can be of the finest pearl, and triple the thickness of  a typical button.

Whilst you are measured for a custom shirt by Mel Gambert, every aspect of your physique and posture are taken into account.

Many other custom shirt makers only take basic measurements, but with Mel Gambert that is not the case, and your custom shirt becomes almost bespoke.

Each aspect of your shirt is chosen by you and these style options will be discussed in our next post.

Jeeves of Belgravia, New York is now offering Mel Gambert shirts. Fittings are by appointment only and can be arranged at your NYC home or office.

Jeeves of Belgravia, NYC has been listed as the best dry cleaner NYC by City Spur as well as selected as one of America’s Best Cleaners for the last three years in a row.

Jeeves clients include; Vera Wang, Valentino, J Mendel, Dolce & Gabanna, Roberto Cavalli, Calvin Klein and countless other.

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