Did holiday spending put a dent in your wallet? Take advantage of some amazing specials happening at Margaret’s Cleaners and get a head start on your spring cleaning. Spring Cleaning Special Right now, take…
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Peek into celebrity closets!
I have about 20 pairs of shoes, ranging from running shoes to sandals to heels. I only have one closet-full of clothing, and I still have difficulty deciding what to wear for almost every occasion….
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Donate a prom dress to The Princess Project
When I was growing up, my parents had a rule that when you get something new, you should donate something from your closet. The weekend before every Christmas (and birthdays and back-to-school shopping), my…
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Margaret’s Presses Wedding Gowns for Photo Shoot
The Margaret’s Cleaners bridal department pressed and prepared 32 graceful, beautiful gowns for appearance in the December 2011/January 2012 issue of Exquisite Weddings by San Diego Magazine. The gown labels included Alvina Valenta, Nicole Miller,…
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Award-Winning Dry Cleaners
Margaret’s Cleaners is once again humbled by two more awards: Plant of the Year and Social Media Effort of the Year at the Methods for Management (MFM) Success 2012 conference. MFM hosted a competition for…
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Margaret’s Restores Rudi Gernreich Vintage for MOCA Exhibit
Recognize this girl? This is Peggy Moffitt, a favorite model and muse of the late and great designer Rudi Gernreich. The Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, CA presents: The Total Look, an…
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Vintage Wedding Gown Restoration: A 50-Year Journey
Ever wonder what happens to a wedding dress when it comes to Margaret’s? Follow this 50-year-old wedding gown through the entire restoration process. Before After The yellowing and stains on the shoulders and bodice…
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The history of dry cleaning
Contrary to popular belief, dry cleaning actually involves liquids. However, the cleaning solvents used are waterless, hence the term “dry” cleaning. The beginning of dry cleaning dates back to the days of Pompeii. Roman…
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Herve Leger dress salvaged!
One loose thread can mean disaster, especially if it’s a crocheted segment of a designer dress. If you think this Herve Leger dress can’t be salvaged, think again. Before After Our specialty seamstress used…
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Margaret’s Awarded Best Plant Design by American Dry Cleaner
Convoy plant Here at Margaret’s, we’re proud to show off our 22,000-square foot couture cleaning plant, and recently, American Drycleaner recognized us for our facility. We are honored to accept the Plant Design Grand…
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