Winter Shoe Care Offer At Meurice

Winter Shoe Care at Meurice

Don’t let your shoes be a winter casualty.

This time of year, I see a lot of shoes that fall victim to foul weather. It’s critical to clean and waterproof fine shoes before they see snow or salt, and we’re not out of the figurative woods this winter yet. That’s why we’re offering a three for two special at Meurice, now through the 21st of February. Bring in any three shoes for cleaning, conditioning, or both, and we’ll do the trio for the price of two.

Some brief words of advice for your footwear:

If you do get leather shoes salty, it’s important to have them cleaned right away.

If you get your shoes wet, but not salted, dry them out at home in a warm place not directly adjacent to a heat source.

While they’re drying, stuff them with newspaper or magazine pages – or better yet, shoe trees – so they keep their form.

I always tell my clients to treat their shoes the same way they’d treat a handbag, with plenty of gentle care and conditioning, your favorite brogues or pumps can last just as long. By the way, I won’t make any lame puns, but we can restore and protect your Uggs, or any other sheepskin boot, too!

Come in today to see how we can restore your footwear, and keep them looking great, even in trecherous weather. Offer valid in-store, or schedule a pickup online.

Skiwear Savings for 2012

Winter is here, and my girls have been having a blast at the ice skating rink. I know I’m more excited about the start of ski season, though, and I hope you are too.

Activewear always takes a beating, and now is the perfect time to freshen your gear up. Simply bring in your ski jackets, ski pants, ski hats and gloves – or any other skiwear – and we’ll clean them at 20 percent off. Yes, it’s safe to clean skiwear, especially with our Aquacare process – it doesn’t get any greener. We’ll even re-apply waterproofing after cleaning. Offer valid in-store, or schedule a pickup online.

 

 

 

 

Keep Clean,

Wayne Edelman

Wayne Edelman

2011 Holiday Gift Cards Now On Sale

Buying gifts for your fashion forward friends and family can be a challenge. Don’t fret about finding the right size or style -  we’ve taken all the guesswork out of finding a good, clean gift. Guaranteed to please even the giftee who has everything, Meurice gift cards are available in any denomination, and never expire.

Meurice Gift Cards Now On Sale

Meurice Gift Cards Now On Sale

To purchase,  stop into any of our locations: Midtown, Downtown or Manhasset – or give us a ring and we’ll take care of all the details.

Meurice’s 50th Anniversary – Claim a Free Outerwear Cleaning

50th Anniversary at Meurice
We’re privileged to have been in business in the same Greenwich Village location for more than 50  years – longer than just about anyone else in the neighborhood. It’s been an amazing 50 years, and we’re extremely proud of our company and the community ties we’ve built. I (Wayne) have literally grown up alongside Meurice – this year is my 50th birthday as well! Our success is possible because of our clients, and that’s why we’ve put together such a fantastic offer to celebrate!

To celebrate, share your birthday wishes, or a story from our past 50 years and we’ll clean any outerwear piece (other than fur and leather) free of charge.

Simply post your comment on Facebook to be added to our complimentary cleaning list, and mention Facebook when you drop off or call in your order. You must post a comment on Facebook before November 29th to claim your free cleaning!

From us all: Thank you for the past 50 years. We’re looking forward to keeping 31 University Place clean for another 50 years!

Click here to leave your comment:

Meurice on Facebook

Leave your birthday wishes for Meurice!

The fine print: One free outerwear cleaning per client, not to be combined with any other offer, cleaning not to include fur and leather. Must post on Facebook to receive concession. Free cleaning to be claimed by 12/31/2011.

Please Consider Making a Clothing Donations to Support JLLI First Step

Junior League of Long Island volunteers from their March 2011 Kids in the Kitchen event

Junior League of Long Island volunteers from their March 2011 Kids in the Kitchen event

Meurice is accepting clothing donations on behalf of the Junior League of Long Island, who are seeking professional attire for local women transitioning into the workforce. It’s all part of their fifth annual First Step Program, which helps Long Island women referred from local social service agencies, shelters, and food pantries re-enter the work force by taking the “first step.” Junior League members personally assist attendees with selecting appropriate clothing for their career. The JLLI also provides lunch, manicures and child care will be provided to all participants for the day at no cost. There will also an executive business coach on hand to help with resumes and interview practice.

The event is held in conjunction with many local and state charitable organizations and social services, but they need your help too in order to secure employment for as many women as possible. Clothing in all styles and sizes will be accepted, as well accessories such as shoes and portfolios. Most women will be interviewing for entry-level positions, so business-casual slacks and blouses are especially in demand.

Donations can also be left with any of Meurice’s three locations, at 31 University Place, 245 East 57th Street, or 249 Plandome Road in Manhasset. The JLLI will also accept clothing at their thrift store on Old Northern Boulevard in Roslyn. And by the way, don’t miss out on a special discount at Donna Karan’s Americana Manhasset location! They’ve arranged an event in support of the JLLI on November 17th!

To learn more, you can visit the JLLI’s website, or find them on Facebook and Twitter.

Junior League of Long Island

Fall discount from Abigail Michaels Concierge

If you’re lucky enough to have the Abigail Micheals Concierge in your building (or a few other affiliated concierge services) you may have gotten an email this morning about discounts on some our services, just in time for fall. To take advantage of our offer, just mention that the concierge sent you when you stop into one of our NYC stores, or call for a pickup.

Your personal stroller service station (or the closest thing to one)

Say goodbye to the stale Cheerios that have been lingering as well as any leftover mystery liquids. (Is that apple juice or something else?) Meurice’s team of specialists is willing to tackle the dirtiest strollers and car seats while using the safest, most gentle Eco-Care processes. So, let your kids be kids!

Handbag Patrol

Few things come between women and their handbags—except a spilled cocktail or two, dirty subway grime, and the occasional uncapped pen. Meurice’s team of experts has been cleaning names like Chanel, McQueen and Fendi for years. Not only will they thoroughly clean your best friend, but if you ask them nicely, they will even apply stain repellant at no extra cost. Just think, you’ll never have to retire another Birkin again!

Outerwear Brigade

We know what a workout your outerwear gets. Meurice will revitalize last season’s gear so it is fresh and ready for fall. After all, these pieces are worn on a weekly basis! All outwear is cleaned with processes specific to the fabric and construction, with plenty of hand-care attention along the way. And, if you mention it, they’ll even apply protective finishes to repel water and stains, at no extra cost!

Fall Cleaning at Meurice

Meurice Release Forms

We all hate dealing with paperwork, but unfortunately there are times when it’s a must. To make things a little easier, we’ve placed our common release and authorization forms online, so they can be accessed anywhere. Each of the links below is a PDF file that will download to your computer when you click them:

Introducing Hunts Point Linen – Comprehensive Linen And Apparel Service

Contact Hunts Point Linen - 888-538-2010

Contact Hunts Point Linen - 888-538-2010

 

We’ve heard for years from our friends in restaurants, medical practices and co-op boards that a good linen service is hard to find. Unfortunately, since we weren’t in the linen business, we could only offer our best recommendations. Recently, however, I came to a realization: we’ve worked with nice clothes for years at Meurice, but what we really enjoy is working with nice people.

That’s why I’ve launched Hunts Point Linen – a new company dedicated to commercial linen needs from uniforms to bedding. We service clients in the restaurant business, at hotels and spas and even in food processing. Our leadership team counts many of the brains behind Meurice, and brings decades of experience with both cleaning and customer service.

So, if you need linens or apparel for your employees, let’s talk. I’m excited to be launching Hunts Point Linen, and I’m confident that we can relieve aggravation and cut your expenses!

Keep Clean,

Wayne Edelman

Fashion Week Cleaning 2011

Fashion Week 2010

Fashion Week 2010 - Photo Credit: Flickr User macsurak

Fashion Week 2011 is upon us, and while we’re not officially attending any events this year, we’d like to live vicariously through all our connected clients.

We’re offering a free cleaning of any one article* of clothing during Fashion Week. It’s simple to claim your complimentary cleaning.

Just head over to our Meurice Facebook page, become a fan, and post a photo to our wall of yourself at a Fashion Week 2011 event. Tag yourself in the photo or comment on it so we’ll know it’s you, and come in to claim your cleaning. One cleaning per client, please.

What events do you plan to attend? We look forward to seeing everyone during this exciting week!

* The fine print: Cleaning offer applies only to items that can be dry-cleaned or laundered. So, skirts, pants, dresses qualify. Handbags, shoes, hats, etc., do not. Exceptionally intricate garments are not eligible.  Last day to post a photo: September 22nd. 

Meurice Supports Marriage Equality

Empire State Building June 26

 

We’ve always been proud to live and work in New York, and now there’s another reason to be proud: We’re officially the largest state to allow same-sex marriage. It’s a historic moment for all New Yorkers, and we think it’s awesome so many businesses have come forward in support of marriage equality.

With the fall wedding season in swing, we know just the way to show our support: Meurice Garment Care would like to extend an invitation to all same-sex couples getting married between now and November 1st. If either member of the lucky couple brings in a gown or tux to be used in the ceremony, we’ll clean and press a second gown or tux free of charge. It’s our pleasure to ensure you both look great on a special and long-overdue day. To qualify, simply share a photo from your ceremony on our Facebook wall. You must be a fan of our page in order to share the photo.

Congratulations, New York! We look forward to many happy unions to come!