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How to care for that precious gown on your wedding day...,..
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necessary, gently blot the gown with a clean .
white cloth or paper towel. Make a mental
note of what was spilled.
Wedding Gown •
Undo all buttons and zippers, then step out
of the gown — don't pull it over your headd.
Have your maid of honor hang the dress
up — NEVER roll it. Your gown might have
become damp from the night dew or ner-
vous perspiration you don't want it to
mildew. Let it dry naturally.
Assign someone to be in charge of your
dress once you take it off.
After the Wedding
Prepare your gown for the dry cleaners as
soon as possible, before the stains have set
in. Your wedding gown has cost you more
time, money and thought than any other
dress you will every buy - protect your in-
vestment!
Lay your dress out on a flat surface and
examine it carefully for small rips, pulls,
stains, missing pearls or trim. Check for
loose buttons, pearls or lace. . Invest in a proper Heirloom Preservation
If the lace or trim is glued on ( most are ), Service to help prevent yellowing and
it's a good idea to make a few little tack stit- deterioration.
ches to secure them. Sometimes certain After Cleaning
types of adhesives will dissolve during the Take it home, open the box and carefully
cleaning process. remove the dry cleaning tags and pins
Take it to a professional, reputable and ( usually attached to the back of the neck).
reliable dry cleaners,'as soon as possible. At this time, add any extras you would
Point out all detachable pieces like like to store in the box, like head pieces, etc.
sashes, belts, etc., as well as the little pro- Keep the dress away from temperature
blems to the counter sales personnel. Try to extremes. A hot attic or damp basement can
remember the content of stains (if any ). -damage fine fabrics.
Avoid disappointment, plan your honeymoon trip early...
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being able to go somewhere on which they
had their hearts set.
Couples getting married should begin
making their honeymoon plans as soon as
they can, and then reserve space early if
they have decided on a preferred location
for their post -wedding trip.
Couples might also consider having an
alternate honeymoon spilt in mind, just in
case bookings at their preferred locatipn
Home reception less formal
If wedding bells will be ringing at home
next summer, these helpful hints may
smooth out the wrinkles.
Reserve one room solely for the
ceremony.
Limit the guests to the number your home
is able to accommodate, unless the recep-
tion is held in a large garden.
If more than 50 guests are invited, con-
sider renting a tent, also handy if it rains.
Enclose maps with invitations.
Less formal attire is more appropriate for
some weddings.
Make sure of ample coat racks or use
bedroom for coats.
Be sure the toast to the bride and throwing
of the bouquet are remembered.
Nice touches are floral decorations and
musicians.
Keep the bride's bedroom clear for chang-
ing.
Limit the wedding party to a few
bridesmaids and a best man.
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