French Cleaners

French Cleaners is a wedding alteration and preservation company based in West Hartford, Connecticut, with a history dating back to 1911. Owner and President Phil Cote brings over 30 years of experience in clothes laundering and restoration to this fifth-generation family enterprise. The team specializes in wedding dress steaming, cleaning, and long-term preservation, ensuring gowns can be passed down as heirlooms for future generations. French Cleaners accepts wedding gowns and attire for the entire wedding party, including alterations for bridesmaids dresses, tuxedos, flower girl outfits, and ringbearer garments. Their trained tailors adjust and remodel items for comfort and fit. The company uses both dry and wet cleaning methods and is certified by the Green Business Bureau as the only eco-conscious dry cleaner in Connecticut. After cleaning, they package gowns in archival materials and provide guidance on proper long-term storage. For couples seeking convenience, French Cleaners offers valet delivery service. Their meticulous inspection process ensures each garment receives the most suitable treatment, with special expertise in handling couture gowns. The team's dedication to excellence and deep understanding of milestone events makes them a trusted choice for wedding garment care in the West Hartford community.