What you always wanted to know about Elegance, but were afraid to ask!
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Guest
Thu Oct 26, 2006 11:52 pm
... I was wondering if there was an effective and safe way to eradicate the underarm 'pong' from coats and jackets.
The last few jackets I have bought are cut rather close - I am quite svelte but with broad shoulders so find this style rather flattering. The downside is that I live in a warm clime and seem to perspire more than most (I think - I don't know. What's normal?).
Apart from buying only bespoke (I wish!) where a little more 'give' could be built into the underarm area to help circumvent the problem, is there a product/home remedy/process anyone knows of that will remove the pong?
P.S. be gentle - this is my first time post. Not a very auspicious start, I know.

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Guest
Fri Oct 27, 2006 2:46 pm
Fabreze cloth freshener.
Don't wear coat more than once a week.
Allow coat to air out in a roomy spot. Outside is even better. Think of a smoky smelling jacket - outside hanging works pretty good.
Change the 'sweat' pads in the coat's underarms every now and then.
Ofcourse change your shirt daily.
Wear appropriate weight coat for the weather; i.e., don't wear heavy flannels in the Summer.
Everybody has this issue, especially in tighter fitting coats. Don't worry excessively about it.
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Guest
Mon Mar 05, 2007 10:04 pm
How about certain front of trouser odors that seem
to build up over the years in wool trousers?
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Guest
Tue Mar 06, 2007 2:05 pm
Some dry cleaners may offer a safer service than you think (see Santoni Man's thread in the Australian section).
But just remember to do your homework before choosing to go with a particular dry cleaner. lf they use harsh chemicals, avoid them. l know of top dry cleaning places that use stuff that is not dangerous even when placed in contact with the mouth. Maybe you may get lucky and find a good dry cleaner?
Santoni Man.
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Guest
Tue Mar 06, 2007 3:27 pm
It would seem to be reasonable to use a very high class dry cleaner to fix a problem that takes years to accumulate. A few pennies a day... you could even plan a holiday to London (or Melbourne) to do it!
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