Cleaning your wedding dress at home is a cost-effective option for many brides. According to Breyana Wright, founder of Styled by Breyana, you’ll need stain remover, laundry detergent, a toothbrush, and a steamer, plus a bathtub for soaking the dress.

● Identify the fabric and check for specific instructions. Different fabrics require different cleaning methods. Pay attention to care labels and do some research on cleaning recommendations for your specific material.

● Treat the stains immediately. Even if you think your gown appears clean, examine it closely for any stains. Spot clean with stain remover, white vinegar, or baking soda to tackle any marks or spills.

● Begin the cleaning process. Start with the hemline and train, which may be the dirtiest parts. Submerge the gown in warm water and gentle detergent in the bathtub. Gently scrub the hem with a toothbrush if necessary. Move on to the bodice, spraying it with a mixture of warm water and detergent, then gently scrub with an unused toothbrush.

● Rinse and finish. Rinse the dress thoroughly to remove all soap residue. Hang it to dry on a curtain rod. Once dry, carefully steam the dress and store it properly.

If your gown is made of delicate fabrics, intricately designed, or simply requires extra care, it’s best to opt for a professional cleaning. When choosing a cleaner, ensure that you read online reviews and ask friends or family for recommendations. Bridal boutiques may also have a list of trusted vendors. If you’re looking for long-term storage, wedding dress preservation is a great option. Expert preservationists will clean, repair, and carefully package your gown for years to come.

Ensure that you do not delay the cleaning process, taking it in for cleaning within a few days of the wedding to prevent stains from setting in fabric fibers. Also, don’t add dab with sugary drinks in case of an emergency. It can actually make stains harder to remove. Blot out any excess fluid and take it to the cleaners immediately after the wedding.

Wedding day is the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bring out your best look. Be it a cool color combo, slick accessories, or trendy mix n match, nothing goes short for this very special day. Along with their beautiful brides, modern grooms are also polishing their style-statements in various different ways. From subtle to bold, period to chic, there is a range of tried and tested fashion ideas the grooms have groomed themselves in. Here are 5 great different style inspirations from real-life grooms.

Traditionally Trendy!

A piece of tradition can bring a whole new look in modern grooms-wears. Scottish groom Dave added a traditional touch to his wedding look. Paying respect to his ethnic root, he draped himself in a black kilt paired with a black jacket. A little bit of tartan pinned onto the lapel area of his jacket ties the whole look together. A nicely added tartan tie is the final complementary touch in his traditional style statement.

Looking both Cool and Smart? ‘Check’!

Checks are cool and comfy at the same time. This season, checks are hugely in trend in grooms-wears. On his wedding day, Brendan wore a dark blue oversized printed check suit. The mismatched colorful corsage adds a dash of fun to his dashing look.

Same Pinch!

Coordination in wedding day looks are hugely common. But it can go flat, if not planned properly. Grooms John and Emmet expertly handled this problem by choosing two same suits in different color shades, one in dark burgundy and the other in pale forest green. The similar oversized check pattern of the suits completes their coordinated styling.

Go Green!

Unconventional colors are great if you want to go bigger and bolder. And green is the next big thing here. Gavin chose to stand out from the pack by opting bold forest green hue in his grooms-wear outfit. Look at the ‘oh-so-gorgeous result! It looks simply wonderful on this groom.

‘Retro’spection!

Groom Seamus dodged the trend rulebook on his wedding day. His grooms-wear of double-breasted pinstripe grey suit gives a complete retro vibe. Paired with carefully shaped stubble, this serious 70’s outlook is no less striking. You can never go wrong with classics.

Whatever the chosen style, there is always a need for an individual style statement. Branded or bespoke, adding your own personality to your attire and accessories is a must. Only this will complete the ultimate wedding look, which will tell you apart from other grooms.