How to Get Chewing Gum Out of Clothes (The Right Way)
I was sitting on the tube last year, completely absorbed in my phone, when I felt something sticky under my hand on […]
How to Kill Dust Mites in Bedding
I spent years washing my bedding every week, feeling virtuous about my clean sheets, and wondering why my allergies never seemed to […]
How to Clean Suede Shoes (And What Never to Do)
I bought my first pair of proper suede boots about five years ago. Beautiful tan Chelsea boots that cost me nearly two […]
How to Fix a Stuck Zipper (And When to Call a Professional)
I was running late for work, already stressed about a morning meeting, when the zip on my favourite jacket got stuck halfway […]
How to Sort Laundry Properly (So You Don’t Ruin Your Clothes)
I’ll never forget the morning I pulled my husband’s favourite white dress shirt out of the washing machine. It was pink. Properly […]
How to Care for Cashmere (Without Ruining It)
The first cashmere jumper I ever bought cost me a hundred and twenty pounds, which felt absolutely extravagant at the time. I […]
Can You Fix Moth Holes in Wool Jumpers?
I will never forget opening my wardrobe last October to pull out my favourite cashmere jumper, the one I’d saved up for […]
How to Fix Loose or Broken Buttons (Before They Fall Off Forever)
I was rushing to get ready for a meeting once, pulling on my favourite shirt, when I felt that tell-tale wobble. The […]
How to Store a Suit Properly: Why Plastic Covers Are Secretly Ruining Your Expensive Suits
I still remember the day I pulled my favourite navy suit out of the wardrobe for a wedding, only to find it […]
How to Wash Silk and Satin: What You Should Avoid
I’ll be honest with you. The first time I tried washing a silk blouse at home, I thought I was being clever. […]
Caring for Delicate Party Dresses in Notting Hill
Party dresses are often some of the most delicate items in our wardrobes. Fine fabrics, detailed stitching, sequins, lace, and special finishes […]
How to Remove Red Wine Stains from Clothes in London
It always happens at the worst time. You are enjoying dinner with friends, someone laughs, your hand moves, and a splash of […]