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A week ago Cameo Cleaners received a call from a production assistant working on the foreign markets Christmas  commercial for cosmetic and wellness brand Avon.

The models being used in the commercial had not been fully fitted for their outfits, and the production assistant needed someone on set that was able to provide last minute alterations, and promptly.

When the shop manager finished the call he knew exactly which of his of able tailors he would send to assist on set the following day. Cameo Cleaners of Gramercy Park has two exceptional tailors both of whom can care for any and all of your tailoring needs.

The following morning Alaina Zulli was sent to Long Island City and kept very busy fixing neck details,  altering hems, seams, and other miscellaneous wardrobe malfunctions over the course of the ten hour shoot.

Even though it is still summer we are already looking forward to the holidays, so we can see for ourselves the magnificent work Alaina did.

If you are looking for a tailor or seamstress in New York City Cameo Cleaners of Gramercy Park is the place to be.

Having never lived among men with a genuine interest or any interest for that matter in fashion ( my father still wears jeans from 1980, and until a recent stint in London my brother was perfectly content to take on the day in gym shorts) bearing that all in mind summertime in New York has been anything but dull.

As an avid reader of the NY Times style section I couldn’t help but to take note that many of yesterdays articles were not only about men’s fashion, but more specifically pants.  Call me crazy, but in this 90 degree weather the absolute last thing I am thinking about are pants. I recognize that men’s clothing options are limitedfor it is generally frowned upon to see a man take to the streets in a dress, but then again it’s New York… anything is possible.

After reading both articles I found two striking features I believe are worth mentioning, and in an attempt to be as non-analytical as possible will quickly highlight these two things. First, the similarity. Both articles convey these pants as an artistic expression, a direct correlation to one’s attitude.  The difference between the two was the use of the word ” feeling” one article uses feeling to describe texture and the structure of the pants, while the other incorporates uses it as a barometer of one’s mood and individuality.

No matter if you prefer your pants cuffed, pleated, textured, pressed, rolled, plain, pink, or classic Cameo Cleaners of Gramercy Park can handle each and every need you and your pants could ever have. Pants too long so you have to roll? Come visit our expert tailor so that you can opt to cuff your pants and not act out of necessity.

Cameo Cleaners involvement with Operation Fairy Dust does not stop once the spring event is over. The master tailor, Rafael Nunez is currently working on one of the coveted Oscar De La Renta gowns for Sarah Etuk, an 18 year old senior from Harlem who attended the Operation Fairy Dust event at Brooklyn Borough Hall on April 17,2010.

The head turning black gown with a lace bodice, and voluminous tulle skirt was the 16th dress she had tried on that day. After numerous attempts, Sarah knew this dress was for her the moment she zipped it up.

After speaking with owner & dress expert, Jerry Pozniak about her dress needs Sarah and her mother visited Cameo Cleaners of Gramercy Park to meet with the tailor for the first time. Rafael spent quality time adjusting and readjusting the material of this gown with Sarah to ensure that the look was appropriate for a high school age girl. This is true of all the work Rafael performs as he is very diligent and patient with all Cameo clients who trust him to alter their couture gowns.

Rafael certainly has his work cut out for him with Sarah’s gown, for the tulle ballroom skirt was damaged from being tried on so many times, and the man layers of tulle were very overwhelming on her slender figure. The tailor at Cameo Cleaners chose to remove the bottom layer of tulle from the gown to transform the overall look from Hollywood glamor to high school prom. The material on the back was also closed by Rafael, so that it resembles a bridal bustle and will not interfere with Sarah’s ability to move at the prom.

Sarah has visited us at Cameo Cleaners multiple times to receive fittings on the gown as is customary when dealing with formal alterations, and has shared with us the many details of her prom ensemble. She has some fabulous black peep toe pumps that match the bustle in the back almost perfectly. She also has plans to make gloves for herself and a tie for her date out of the extra tulle fabric from the dress.

This fashionista’s requests will be no trouble for our master tailor, as he consistently helps many in Manhattan to look their best.appropriate that we should get such a fashionista in our store.

To watch the feature of the Operation Fairy Dust event on the dailynews, and to see Sarah’s dress being worn by another young lady click here.

Sarah’s prom is  Memorial day weekend, and with her new prom dress she is sure to look like a million bucks- for free. We hope that Sarah will come back to visit us after her prom and share her pictures, so that we can enjoy her Cinderella moment.

For all couture gown tailoring needs in New York City come visit Cameo Cleaners of Gramercy Park and our expert tailor Rafael.

Cameo Cleaners has been a Gramercy icon since it’s establishment in 1956. With such a longtime presence in the neighborhood Cameo Cleaners is familiar with many of the other businesses in the area.

On the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, our next door neighbors The Vintage Thrift Shop are hosting a dress event for a one time shopping event featuring a spectacular assortment of vintage day, wedding, and evening dresses all for 90% off their retail value!

There is a $5 admission at the door, however once you have selected the gown of your choice that money is applicable towards your purchase.

Cameo Cleaners of Gramercy Park is offering an exclusive offer to all individuals who attend The Dress Event . For a limited time we will clean any wedding gown purchased at The Vintage Thrift shop for $149-$249, and any evening dress cleaned for $49-89.*

Additionally, your dress will be cleaned with our chemical free ECO2 Cleanse process which we guarantee to extend the life of your new vintage gown. If your dress does not fit you exactly how you would prefer,  drop in next door and allow the expert tailor at Cameo Cleaners to work his magic and give you the look you desire!

*Whether you have selected something old, or something new Cameo Cleaners will honor this offer through August 22,2010. Offer is only valid with proof of receipt as well as a flyer that will be distributed at The Vintage Thrift Shop.

You can find both Cameo Cleaners of Gramercy Park & The Vintage Thrift Shop on Third Avenue between 22nd st. and 23rd st.

What do you do when you are nominated for an Emmy award and need a killer dress to be seen on the red carpet?

First you call fashion stylist extraordinaire Robert Verdi to find the perfect dress. You know, a dress that everyone is going to talk about after you debut it on the red carpet.

When the dress needs a bit of alterations to make it perfect, who does Robert Verdi call? And you know Robert Verdi knows EVERYONE in New York and only works with the best.

Robert’s “go to” guy for fashion “tweaks” is no other than yours truly. Robert gave me a call on Friday as his newest client, an Emmy nominated comedienne, was flying back to NYC and needed a fitting on early Saturday morning.

The first dress Robert picked by Andrew Gn was ultimately chosen to be worn, but many others were modeled just to make sure.

My job, take in a little here, fix a little there and viola, red carpet ready.

You have many choices for alterations NYC, choose wisely, not everyone in a need and thread knows that they are doing.

The alterations team at Cameo Cleaners of Gramercy Park are the best-of-the-best, that’s why when Robert Verdi needs help, he call me.

Thanks for listening, Jerry Pozniak.

Cameo Cleaners is soon to be the only luxury dry cleaning brand in Gramercy Park to be completely petrochemical free. We were also selected as one of America’s Best Cleaners for the last three years in a row.

Alterations New York NY, alterations in New York City? Robert Verdi calls Cameo, who are you going to call?

“Fairy tales can come true, it can happen to you…”, Frank Sinatra.

I digress this week. Instead of fashion, this week it’s about 1600 girls.

Girls who dream of going to their high school prom, parents out of work and money problems.

No, this is not going in that direction.This is not about negativity.

This is a thank you.

A thank you to Megan Kerrigan and Rashia Bell for their tireless efforts to make dreams come true. Their organization, Operation Fairy Dust, along with many volunteers made it all possible.

3600 dresses were collected, a high-school cafeteria transformed into a boutique and 1600 girls shopped and smiled.

Smiles of gratitude and empowerment. Girls able to pick, try on, and model. Beaming moms with tear’s streaming. Dreams realized. Problems forgotten even if just for a day.

Do watch this short video, it will make you smile. ( Operation Fairy Dust Video)

Fairy tales do come true. Kudos to Megan and Rashia, true angels.

Thanks for listening. Jerry Pozniak