Miracle Workers and the 71 Year Old Wedding Gown

At Door to Door Cleaners, we’ve cleaned, altered, and restored thousands of gowns over the years, but it’s a process that’s never the same twice. This 71-year-old gown, in storage since it was originally worn in 1953 Los Angeles is the most recent dress to prove this adage true. We pulled out all the stops to restore a variety of textiles, including lace, tulle, and silk, gently brightening the dress, unwinding decades of aging.   

A 71 year old wedding dress after restoration

Garment restoration is perhaps the most difficult challenge for any hand care specialist. You’re faced with the most severe stains and blemishes, and at the same time, your treatment must protect the most delicate and fragile fabrics. Our client, Karen, feared her mother’s dress was too far gone. Fortunately, our restoration pros have decades of experience (more decades combined than the age of this gown!), and we have a deep bench of specialized cleaners and equipment.

Staining along path of boning, 71 year old wedding gown

Karen couldn’t believe the results, a spotless wedding dress that turned out bright and fresh inside and out. Each nook and cranny, from the seams to the embroidery, was carefully restored. And our stunning restoration was only part of the project. Our bridal expert Yosr’s meticulously planned tailoring subtly updated the gown’s silhouette. The modernized sleeves, bodice, and lining completed the transformation, creating a dress that wears like it’s from a brand new collection. 

A restored wedding gown after cleaning with Door to Door Cleaners

Weddings are meant to blend the best parts of tradition with creativity and craftsmanship. What better way to represent that ethos than a beautifully revitalized bridal gown, handed down from a grandmother. When you need to call in the best-informed experts, there’s only one choice. Contact our team leader Yosr today to ensure any gown is stunning today, or preserved for another 70 years!