I had a wool coat that smelled strongly of perfume, Brightwash have dry cleaned it and now it…read moresmells fine, plus the fabric is a much better texture. Friendly and helpful service too, thank you.

I would imagine that most people have a specialist dry clean item or two in their wardrobe, which…read moremostly never gets and outing, but you know for certain that when it finally does a big lump of jam or a splash of coffee will happily come into contact with the precious garment. As this has happen a few times now I decided to have the dress in question dry cleaned. Bright Wash cleaners sorted it no problem, when it came back to me there was ne'er a stain in sight. It was a same day clean so I was able to collect the dress promptly and wear it that evening which was cool too. They also offer a duvet cleaning service, which I really need to make use of, as it's something I always end up forgetting to clean! As well as that they've a deal of four garments for £14, which is pretty good, as well as an ironing service and some other good deals. All in all, pretty good!

Our washing machine has broken and I've actually taken my time about trying to get it fixed, on…read moreaccount of my secret obsession with laundrettes. I love them. Since we moved to Chapel Apple, I haven't had an excuse to try any new ones though, until now. And so it came to pass that I spent a delightful half hour at The Laundry Room this morning. It's next door to Angel's Share, which is our pub of choice thanks to happy hour cocktails and Red Stripe, so it's easy to spot. It's also distinctly unlike any other laundrette I've been in, with its flat screen telly showing Saturday morning baking shows, its IKEA chairs and lovely sage green windowsills. £2.80 for a normal wash, £4.80 for a large one, and plenty of dryers (big and small). There's also a dry cleaning and service wash service, but the main draw is that it's just really lovely.

This launderette has been perfectly designed to sit comfortably in Chapel Allerton. This area is…read moreknow to me as the nice almost-suburb of Leeds where the 30-somethings move to when they have children, get married or make enough money not to live in the scummier parts of Leeds dwelled in during and post-university. Amazing that, yes, even the people of Chapel A. still have to go to the launderette! But it doesn't look like the launderettes I have encountered before - it is amazingly clean and well presented, neatly laid out and quite spacious. Its not a DIY job - you don't have to watch your own washing spin round hundreds of times as there is the lady working there will keep an eye on it for you and you can pick it up later on. Perfect! And they have massive tumble dryers so you don't have to walk home with a bag full of damp clothes.

In any launderette, I feel a bit like a character in a soap opera, and whenever I come in here this…read morefeeling is heightened by the weird and wonderful array of characters who decide they want to have a conversation with me while I'm embarrassedly trying to shove my underwear under a towel. Handy for when your washing machine's broken, you need to use a tumble drier or you just feel like turning doing the laundry into a social occasion, this launderette seems just as good as any and the owner's always very friendly. They currently have a deal on dry cleaning - three items for a tenner - which is good if, unlike me, you actually own clothes that require dry cleaning, and they've even got a good selection of trash magazines to read while you wait.

I've used this place once, despite the fact that it's been there years and it's only a short…read moredistance from where I live. This isn't because it's a bad place to get your clothes cleaned. It's because I rarely need a dry cleaners in my life. Anyhow I went here a few months ago with my suit and my dad's suit and they served me very well. They offered to have them ready the same day but I picked it up the folllowing day as I was in no rush. The suits were sparklingly clean, fresh smelling and expertly pressed, and the service was delivered with a smile. The prices (I'm told by my dad) are very standard for a dry cleaning service, so all in all, it was not a bad experience at TLC.

We called to see if they were able to take care of a Goat leather jacket. Upon discussion we were…read moreassured they have done it before and everything should be fine. Only concern was regarding a zip. Upon delivery of the service the leather has been dried out, the colour has faded and the brand new jacket looks to have aged years. Do not use this service for any suede they clearly cannot do this to any reasonable quality. **Note, after the store response we did take it to the retailer where it was pointed out to me that the store have admitted to dry cleaning a jacket that specifically states no dry cleaning - specialist leather clean only, which I might add is what we ordered ** (I have attached photo's in case of future edits) As such they have assured that the cleanings service is at fault and I am unable to take up any concerns with the retailer.*** This was due to a google response.

There's not much you can say when reviewing a dry cleaning service. So I'll keep this short. I…read morerecently had to use this place to get a suit ready in time for a wedding. I handed it in, paid, and received it back on time with a smile from the cashier. I guess the name of this place says its all - its simply dry cleaning, nothing more, nothing less. And it simply gets the job done.

Would it be wrong to make the swooping statement that I think this is the best place I have ever…read morebeen? Probably, as it wouldn't be true, but Express Alterations is fantastic. Sat in the bottom end of the market, this unit, complete with door to keep the cold out, offers alterations for ill fitting clothes. Needs anything taken up or in? For around a fiver you can get it done here. If you think a fiver is a little steep, imagine just destroying the item altogether if you're not a dab-hand at needle work! I think these places are the gems of the market, offering a service that people often overlook. Brilliant.

To my dismay, express alterations has closed down now. This is a real shame. Not only was it good…read morevalue for money, offered a excellent service, but the people were really friendly. I'm sure it will be sadly missed, by myself and lots of other people. I just hope that this is not a pattern we will see for other businesses on the market.

Absolutely amazing service! Such a lovely woman and highly knowledgeable…read more Joanne got me out of a very sticky situation. I desperatly needed a dress taking in for a very short notice wedding and i had 4 days to get it done. Amazingly she had it done within a couple of hours. When i collected the dress the next day, it was an absolutely perfect fit you cant even tell its been altered, very professional work! I will upload a picture after the wedding its being worn at. I would highly recommend and i will defiantly be using her services again. I will be reccomending her to everyone that requires a seamstress. I cannot thankyou enough Joanne I appreciate everything you have done :)

I bought 2 dresses from boohoo one was too baggy and one had a very long split which was too…read morerevealing. Joanne made a seam to make the dress not open and stay in place and took in the other dress. Both done at high standard. Beautifully sewn, fit perfect and was done by the next day. Excellent service...

Hmm, what to say, what to say..?…read more Well, for once let's keep it brief and to the point*. I was looking for somewhere to add two inside pockets to my Del Boy** style coat (seeing as the makers had inconsiderately neglected to fit them at the point of manufacture). Let's be honest here, you can't just have outside pockets - all manner of things can fall out..wallet, phone, mp3 player, tape measure, Rennie, miniature sowing kit.. Anyway. Enough about what goes into my TARDIS pockets : ) Inside pockets are a necessity. That's a given for a man. I don't care what anyone says. A man's pockets are his own private kingdom. So, I needed somewhere to fit them for me, given my own haberdasherial limitations. I had a look online for tailors in Leeds & called several places. Vena Tailors in Leeds Kirkgate Market were just over half the price of the second lowest quote I obtained (£16 as opposed to a marginally more princely (or at least Viscountly) £30). As you can imagine, I was rather impressed with this as, well, it's January so the coffers aren't as full as usual after the Christmas & New Year binge! I took the coat in & left it with them. I collected it today (after a 3 working day waiting time - it's a fairly big job. Believe me, I've looked at doing it myself and immediately baulked at the thought!). To be honest, I would thoroughly recommend Vena Tailors - an excellent job was done for a very reasonable price. The two ladies who served me were very friendly and polite. I think it's a family business (I might be wrong, but that was my Columbo-esque hunch..), which is a refreshing thing to see and use in these days of inescapable national/international chains and big businesses running the "little guy" out of town - etc etc.. (I think I've watched Norman Wisdom's "The Early Bird" too many times..) ; ) *steps down from the soapbox but sticks to the recommendation* It isn't the easiest place to find (in Leeds market, not far from the pet shop located towards (but not at) the back of the indoor market) but it's definitely a hidden gem and well worth using if you need an alteration/pocket or two fitting. I was certainly glad that I used them to (clears throat and affects Ron Moody (Fagin from the hit musical "Oliver") impression) pick a pocket or two : ) Well, fit a pocket or two. You've got to fit a pocket or two-oo. Does that still fit the melody? ; ) *This is brief for me. Honestly. **No, really. Nice and cool Trig, nice and cool.. RIP Trig : (

Vena is in the Leeds indoor market and is not the easiest of plces to find if you get disorientated…read morelike me! When I found it I handed over a shapeless vintage dress in the hope that it would be transformed into a well fitting garement. I had a brief consultation with the woman there about what I wanted and that was it. My dress would be ready to collect in a few days time. I was happy with the end results as the dress was finished to a high standard. The elasticated waist band had been removed, the long sleeves had been altered in to cute little puff sleeves and the hem line on the skirt had been taken up. For £20 I have got a dress that I will wear a lot! So if you want something re-vamped and you don't have the know how or the time then it's definately worth checking out.