In the current tough times, when money worries are increased, it’s worth remembering that many expensive items of clothing can be repaired rather than simply thrown away. Even if you would have to wait for the chance to have such repairs completed, it could still be a valuable dollar-saving in months to come.

So, holes could be patched, rips or tears repaired, or zips replaced. Blown seams could be re-attached, belt loops put back in place, and buttons replaced. Amendments to hemlines could extend the life of a favorite dress; trouser waists expanded or taken-in to do the same for a business suit.

Here at McMahon Dry Cleaners, we know that, in current times, such actions are well worth thinking about.