No matter how precisely styled, the best outfit will never look perfect if the fit is wrong. In this piece, we share some thoughts on how to ensure a good fit for all your clothes. And don’t forget, if you need alterations, Flair Cleaners is the place to visit. Comfort and Fit The most important part of a fit is comfort. This can be impacted by the placement of the seams and cuffs, as well as the length and width of sleeves, legs, skirts, and the body. The best clothes stay close to your body without being snug. While clothes should stay close to your natural shape, there should be enough room ..read more

There is a positive feeling that comes from looking sharp to others and to yourself. Part of dressing snappy is wearing a well-cared for dress shirt. While taking good care of dress shirts is not hard, it does take commitment.  Top-quality dress shirts only last so long, but while they are being worn, they should look sharp and be kept clean. They can be kept looking new for an extended time by being cared for correctly. Dress shirts that are washed too often age out and become useless and unwearable more quickly because the fabric fibers become damaged. Regardless of whether you work ..read more

We are in the midst of our 9th Annual Flair Cares Food Drive, Hang Up Hunger. The drive runs through March 31, 2024 and benefits the North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry, Food Pantry, LAX, the Salvation Army Santa Monica food pantry, and the nonprofit Santa Clarita Grocery. Flair Cleaners is matching donations up to 250 pounds of food donated by customers at each location. Community members should bring unopened, canned or boxed food to any Flair Cleaners – Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Studio City, or Valencia. Do not bring any food past its expiration date or packaged in glass. Customers us ..read more

As we move into spring, you will be thinking about storing your seasonal clothing. Of course, you will have your items dry cleaned or laundered, but what then How do you store them so your dry-cleaned clothes to be ready to wear when the time comes around? Let’s go over some storage tips that will help you protect your clothes. Location, Location, Location Think about where you will store your clothing. While the attic seems ideal, it is usually not a good idea unless it’s insulated and climate-controlled. Choose an area that doesn’t get too hot, or too cold, or damp and musty. Finally, be su ..read more

Dry cleaning your comforters and blankets has significant benefits, especially when you use our FREE Pickup & Delivery Service. Let’s go over the benefits, and you’ll understand why dry cleaning is the way to go. Deep-clean Bedding Your comforters and blankets are probably dirtier than you think. Along with surface dirt, the bedding probably has skin cells, oil, and dust mites. These can penetrate the fabric, making it hard to clean at home. While your washing machine maybe good for surface dirt, you need to turn to a dry cleaner to deep-clean your bedding. Dry cleaning penetrates the fab ..read more

Picture this — you put on your favorite outfit and head out for a fun night. As you leave the house, you notice the garments sticking to your body in all the wrong places. You try to shake it out, but it won’t work. You quickly run back inside to change even though you know you’ll be late. One of the most annoying laundry-related problems you’ll face is static cling. Luckily, with a few clever tips and tricks from Jack’s Cleaners, you can prevent and put an end to static cling once and for all. What Causes Static in Clothes? When different fabrics rub against each other an electrostatic charg ..read more

Each new year brings new styles and trends. So, what is in and what is out for 2024? We checked with the experts and here’s their take. 1. Subtle Luxury Subtle luxury features items that look expensive, but may not be. Subtle luxury means to high-quality materials and perfect tailoring. 2. Feminine Mystique and Color Pops This year, more styles will border on the traditional feminine category meaning pinks, floral prints, Lacey details, and bows. This lends itself to stunning pops of color that can help you stand out front the crowd. Colors like lavender, canary yellow, and millennial pink ar ..read more

It’s ski season, and we all want to look our best on the slopes. We asked the experts from leading skiwear manufacturers for their best skiwear cleaning tips. First, however, always check the care label for any special instructions. Preparation 1. Prep Your Gear- Check Labels, Pockets and Zips Remove everything from the pockets and close the zippers, leg and arm vents, pocket flaps, studs, and velcro straps. Separate your technical layers — like your bibs, pants, and jackets — from your base layers and other clothing. Clean your snow outerwear separately from your regular clothes. Wash your t ..read more

Clean Your Closets For Charity and Donate to Flair’s 21st Annual Holiday Clothing and Shoe Drive.  Donate now through December 31 and help our neighbors in need. It’s time to clean our closets for charity and support the Flair Cleaners 21st Annual Holiday Clothing and Shoe Drive now through December 31, 2023. Customers and community members can donate at any of our four locations. Pickup and Delivery customers may leave a clearly marked bag out with their orders. Flair Cleaners will send donations to the National Council of Jewish Women, the San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission, and The Sal ..read more

The holidays bring so many wonderful things, including overnight guests for some. With careful planning, your holiday guests will feel right at home! These tips can help make your guests feel welcome and comfortable. 1. Declutter and Clean Declutter as much as possible. Pay extra attention to the guest bedroom, kitchen, and bathrooms. Clean the fridge, freezer, microwave, and oven. Add fresh flowers or greenery in the guest room and living areas. Even if you don’t decorate for the holidays, these additions make your home feel inviting and festive. 2. Create a Comfy Bed Designate a place for y ..read more