Evening Wear and Tuxedo Dry Cleaning
Careful dry cleaning and pressing for tuxedos, dinner jackets, evening gowns and formal dresses.
- Tuxedos, dinner jackets and gowns
- Pressed and finished to a high standard
- Same-day options on many items
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Elegance Dry Cleaners at 180 Northcote Rd in Clapham dry cleans and presses tuxedos, dinner jackets, evening gowns and formal dresses. We check satin lapels, silk trims and beading before cleaning, and quote before any work begins. Ask about same-day options on many items.
Look sharp for every black-tie occasion
Formal clothes are worn rarely and noticed constantly, so they need to be clean, fresh and perfectly pressed. We clean tuxedos and dinner jackets, evening gowns, cocktail dresses and formal shirts, taking care with satin, silk and beaded details. Tell us about any marks and the date you need it by, and we will advise on what is possible.
What you get
- Tuxedos, dinner jackets and evening gowns
- Satin lapels, silk trims and beading checked first
- Pressed and finished for the event
- Same-day options on many items
- A quote before any work begins
Formal and evening wear we clean
Bring formal wear in good time before the event, and tell us about any marks.
Tuxedos and dinner jackets
Dry cleaning and pressing, with care for satin lapels and facings.
Evening gowns
Careful cleaning of long dresses, including beaded and embellished gowns.
Cocktail and party dresses
Cleaning and pressing for party and occasion dresses.
Formal trousers and waistcoats
Cleaned and pressed with a sharp crease.
Ties and bow ties
Careful cleaning of silk and other ties.
Dress shirts
Laundered and pressed for a crisp finish.
Fabrics and details we handle
Formal wear often mixes fabrics and trims, so each piece is checked before cleaning.
How we clean formal wear
1. Check and tag
We inspect each piece for marks, trims and care labels.
2. Spot treatment
Marks are treated before cleaning, with the right method for the fabric.
3. Clean to the label
The garment is cleaned according to its care label.
4. Hand finished
Pressing and finishing, with care around satin and beading.
5. Final inspection
We check the finish and the details before bagging.
6. Collect or delivery
Collect in store, or ask about collection and delivery.
Formal wear care tips
A few tips keep formal wear looking its best.
Clean after each event
Marks and perspiration can set if clothes are stored dirty.
Tell us about stains
Say what caused each mark and when it happened.
Allow time before events
Bring formal wear in early, particularly in party season.
Store it properly
Use a breathable garment bag and a wide hanger.
Done properly, every time
Suit, Dress & Coat Dry Cleaning
Dry cleaning and pressing for suits, dresses and coats.
Same-Day Dry Cleaning
Quick turnaround on many items.
Suit Alterations
Jackets and trousers altered for a sharper fit.
Six promises we keep on every single item
Every item inspected
We check each garment on arrival, so we know exactly what it needs.
Cleaned to the care label
Fabric and care label guide the process, with no shortcuts.
Stains pre-treated
Marks are treated before cleaning for the best chance of removal.
Professionally finished
Pressed and finished with professional-grade equipment.
Price before we start
A clear quote first, with no hidden charges.
Honest advice
If something cannot be fully saved or needs longer, we tell you at drop-off.
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Formal wear cleaning for Clapham, Battersea, Wandsworth and Fulham
We are at 180 Northcote Rd and look after customers from Clapham, Battersea, Wandsworth, Fulham and nearby areas. Visit us, call 020 7738 2266 or ask about collection and delivery.
Areas we serve
Frequently asked questions
Yes. We dry clean and press tuxedos and dinner jackets at 180 Northcote Rd, with care for satin lapels and trims.
Yes. We clean evening gowns, including beaded and embellished dresses, after checking the fabric and trims.
Often, for simple items dropped off early. Call ahead and we will tell you whether it is possible.
It depends on the pieces and the work involved. We give you a clear quote before any work begins.
We treat marks as part of the cleaning. Tell us what caused each one, and how long ago.
Yes. We clean silk and other ties carefully, subject to the fabric.
Yes. We press and finish dinner jackets, with care around satin facings.
Check your hire company’s terms first. Many ask you not to clean hired items yourself.
Standard turnaround is a few days, with faster options on many items. We confirm the date at the counter.
Yes. Our alterations team can alter jackets, trousers and dresses.
Serving Clapham and nearby areas
Ready for fresher, sharper clothes?
Elegance Dry Cleaners, Northcote Road
Opening hours
| Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | 8am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am–1pm |
| Saturday | 9am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Bank holidays | 8am–1pm |