Vital Pieces For Every Wardrobe

 Do you have a big job interview approaching? Or perhaps an elegant wedding to attend? Do you have the appropriate attire? Check out the following article for essential wardrobe pieces you should have for every occasion.

This wardrobe is useful not just for those starting out, but for those who want to simplify or those who wonder why it’s so hard for them to pack for travel.  These are all essential elements, and they are largely interchangeable.  Focus on very high quality and fit, and you will look great in them, even without accent pieces.

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Since 1903, the Goulian family has been proudly committed to providing the highest level of quality, dependable, dry cleaning service.  We clean your “Dry Clean Only” items, plus:

• On-Premises Executive Shirt Laundering Service
• Expert Alterations and Tailoring
• Evening and Formal Wear
• Draperies, Household Items and Bedding
• Hand Finished Table Linens
• Wedding Gown Preservation
• …and much more

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Fall Fashion Staples For Every Woman

 The trends for Fall are so exciting, you may want the season to last all year! Make sure that you have the following staples in your cold-weather wardrobe, and get a jump start on your new style.

• We’ve all worn our fair share of leopard prints and bateau stripes, its time to switch over to playful polka dots, like these pearl ones on Chung’s Chanel S/S 13 frock. They look equally appropriate on a silk blouse or a strapless cocktail dress.

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Since 1903, the Goulian family has been proudly committed to providing the highest level of quality, dependable, dry cleaning service.  We clean your “Dry Clean Only” items, plus:

• On-Premises Executive Shirt Laundering Service
• Expert Alterations and Tailoring
• Evening and Formal Wear
• Draperies, Household Items and Bedding
• Hand Finished Table Linens
• Wedding Gown Preservation
• …and much more

Most Important Fall Trends

 Fall is the best time of year for fashion, with weather that is so flexible for accessories and outwear. Bring your new Fall wardrobe into us for proper care, and check out the five best new fashion trends of the season below.

Stylish men are dressing down their suits like never before, and no pattern is more suitable for a casual update than chalk stripes, the more audacious cousin to pinstripes. The thicker stripe, often broken up a bit by the natural textures of woven wool, has an earthier feel, which lends itself to pairing with sneakers, chunky sweaters, or even a crewneck sweatshirt.

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Look To A Dress Shirt For Warmth This Winter

 Rumor has it that this winter is going to be very, very cold. Many people will stock up on outerwear to protect from the deep freeze, but they would be surprised to find that the warmest solution is in a shirt. Read more below about the warm style known as the cotton-cashmere dress shirt.

Yes, something this luxurious does indeed exist and thanks to the amazing properties of some goat's neck hair, it's just as sleek and sophisticated as your all-cotton dress shirts. But it's even softer. And it's much, much warmer, but it wears a necktie just as well. 

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Since 1903, the Goulian family has been proudly committed to providing the highest level of quality, dependable, dry cleaning service.  We clean your “Dry Clean Only” items, plus:

• On-Premises Executive Shirt Laundering Service
• Expert Alterations and Tailoring
• Evening and Formal Wear
• Draperies, Household Items and Bedding
• Hand Finished Table Linens
• Wedding Gown Preservation
• …and much more

What A Difference A New Wardrobe Makes

 We may know what is in a name, yet have we ever considered what is in a wardrobe? An upgrade in wardrobe may result in an upgrade in attitude; but there is a lot more to be gained from a change of style than you once imagined. Read below for 101 ways your life will change once you enhance your closet...

6. Strangers will compliment your style7. Your guy friends may make fun of you in the beginning, but soon they will solicit style advice
8. Good friends ask you to help them order a suit and ask you for color combinations
9. People smile at you more often

 *101 Things That Change When You Upgrade Your Wardrobe & Improve Your Style — Gentleman's Gazette 

College Professor Style For Fall

 When you think of college professors, what comes to mind? Knowledge, wisdom and academia are some natural responses, but this season brings a new synonym... style. The following article goes behind the new classic preppy professor style, and what you need to know to achieve it.

So, what exactly is the “college professor” look and why is it so interesting? This classic Ivy League style can also be described as a sort of 1930s prep school teacher look. It combines two unique elements: a timeless, idealized version of the privileged life and the intellectualism of an exclusive liberal arts education.

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Your How-To Guide For Quality Suits

 It has been said that every man should own at least one quality suit, and that this suit is an investment. The search for a quality suit can be daunting for those unaware of what to look for. Proper care for the suit can be handled by us, but in the meantime here are a few things to look for:

If this is your first suit, purchase a wool navy one. You’ll get the most use out of it. You can dress it up or down. It’s at home in the office or out to dinner, and the jacket can be worn with a pair of grey or khaki trousers as well. If you’re completely allergic to navy, your next color choice should be charcoal or a light-to-medium grey.

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 Layering your clothes for style and warmth is a newer concept still, and there are many additions to Fall fashion that make this easy. Read the following advice blog for new ways to layer for Fall,

If you’re like us, you may have found yourself looking at the latest fall fashion and delighting in the earthy hues, tweedy tailoring, and autumnal color pops.  Luckily, year to year in men’s style, the sartorial shifts are subtle and what defines a stylish chap is pretty constant. It’s a given that there’ll always be the revelation of a new “it” color, a collective love of particular shoe styles by fashion editors, or a “must have” outerwear silhouette. 

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Easy Closet Organization

 The worst part about switching wardrobes out for new seasons is the fact that you have to face your closet. It can seem like a daunting task to re-organize your closet, but if done efficiently you may actually have fun.

First and foremost: If you want an organized space, you have to eliminate clutter. Pull out everything in your closet and separate into three piles: keep, donate, and ditch. If you’re short on space, think compact when it comes to necessary belongings. For instance, downgrade a sizable stepladder to a low-profile wall-mounted version, or swap dirty mops and dusty brooms for one tool with three removable heads (mop, broom, duster).

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Proper Storage For Your Dress Shirts

 What is better than a classic white dress shirt? This is one wardrobe essential that you can never have to much of, but it can be difficult to keep them fresh without proper storage. Read the following for proper dress shirt storage tips...

And let’s address the number-one culprit right now: the wire hanger. Ban them from your closet. Recycle them. They’re not even useful anymore to keep around in case you lock your keys in your car. Hang any shirt on them and you risk either rust stains (even a little humidity in the air can cause this) or, because they’re so thin, a permanent stretching of the fabric at the shoulder. (When you put on your shirt, you’ll see these weird bumps like a marionette string is attached to you from above.) Plastic hangers can stretch the fabric, too, although not to the same extent usually.

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Is Your Wardrobe Ready For Fall?

 Are you really prepared for the colder weather? Is your wardrobe cleaned and ready for the Fall and Winter? Read the following for inspiration on key clothing items for the new season.

The updated knit tie - It’s the tie that everyone can’t seem to stop talking about. This season consider a seasonal fabric and skip the silk. A wool knit ties just as well and is actually the most authentic. Wool knit ties were inexpensive substitutes for traditional silk ties hence their popularity at Universities during their heyday.

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This Season's Jackets

 As the weather quickly turns brisk, we look to our wardrobe for stylish warmth. The great part of colder weather is the selection of flattering jackets available, and the following article highlights the latest jacket fashions. 

Today the padded jacket has evolved into stylish outerwear that serves both form and function – akin to your ‘Highway to the Danger Zone’ ring tone.
Not only is it warm and durable, but comes in a variety of silhouettes, styles and caters to modern functionalities. Like pockets large enough to hold an iPad or even something so antiquated as a book for the gentleman and scholar.

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