How should I clean and store vintage beaded tops and evening bags?
A. Because of the intricacy of beaded pieces – and because many vintage items don’t have care labels – it’s best to take them to a dry cleaner who has experience with vintage clothing. Avoid any cleaners that post signs stating the business is not responsible for damaged items, says Steve Boorstein, a dry cleaner and the author of “The Clothing Doctor’s Ultimate Guide to Shopping & Caring for Clothing” (Boutique; 2002).
