The Seam Team

Moth holes don’t appear overnight. Learn how to prevent moth damage in clothes, protect wool and cashmere, and store garments properly.

Most clothing stains — from oil and red wine to sweat and ink — aren’t permanent. In this guide, we explain how to remove common stains from clothes safely, why fabric type matters, and what to avoid to prevent setting marks permanently.

Even well-made shoes show signs of wear over time. Often, the difference between a pair that lasts years and one that doesn’t comes down to how early small issues—like scuffed leather or worn heels—are addressed.