Should I Professionally Dry Clean My Wedding Dress?

Wedding dresses are often made from delicate fabrics and intricate details that require special care. Professional cleaning is strongly recommended to help protect the gown and preserve its appearance after the wedding.

At White Star Dry Cleaners, wedding gowns are cleaned using methods appropriate for the fabric, construction, and embellishments, helping improve stain removal and prepare the dress for long-term storage.

Can A Wedding Dress Be Dry Cleaned?

Yes. Wedding dresses should be cleaned as soon as possible after use. Fresh stains, even if they are not immediately visible, are easier to address before they set into the fabric. Body oils, perspiration, champagne, and sugar-based stains can become more noticeable over time if not properly treated.

While no cleaning or storage method can completely prevent aging, professional cleaning significantly reduces the risk of long-term discoloration, mildew, or fabric damage.

Tips For Protecting Your Wedding Dress After Cleaning

After your wedding dress has been professionally cleaned, proper storage plays an important role in preserving its condition.

• Store your dress in a cool, dry area of your home. Avoid basements and attics where heat and moisture can cause damage.
• If the dress is stored on a hanger, secure the straps to the waistline to reduce stress from the weight of the skirt. Cover the gown with a clean white sheet or muslin fabric.
• Remove and store fabric-covered buttons, pins, metal fasteners, padding, and perspiration shields separately if recommended.
• Do not store veils, headpieces, shoes, or accessories with the gown. These items should be stored separately under similar conditions.
• Periodically inspect the dress during storage. Some stains may not appear immediately and should be addressed as soon as they are noticed.

Ready to Care For Your Wedding Dress?

Visit a White Star Dry Cleaners location to learn more about professional wedding gown cleaning and care.