Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Garment Care & Tailoring in NYC
Founded in 1968, Kingbridge Cleaners & Tailors has established itself as a premier destination for garment care and expert tailoring in New York City. Our legacy began with Joseph Aviles, a Marine veteran who transformed a dry-cleaning franchise into a trusted name for couture garment restoration. Over five decades, we've expanded our expertise to include bridal gown preservation, home linen care, and film industry wardrobe services, while maintaining the same commitment to precision and quality that defined our origins.Our team of seasoned tailors and specialists combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to serve discerning clients from Manhattan to Brooklyn. With a state-of-the-art eco-friendly facility and a reputation built on generations of trust, we continue to honor our founding philosophy: treating every garment with the care it deserves, from 'toes to nose.'
Services
Garment Cleaning
Tailoring & Alterations
Bridal Gown Preservation
Home Linen Care
Film Industry Wardrobe Services
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in couture garment care and tailoring.
- Our team includes specialists trained by the International Rug Cleaning Certification Council.
- We utilize eco-friendly cleaning processes with hypoallergenic solutions.
- Our 24/7 emergency service handles urgent garment needs for film productions.
- We provide museum-quality preservation for heirloom garments and bridal gowns.
Services
Garment Cleaning
Our couture cleaning service combines meticulous inspection with environmentally responsible techniques to restore garments to their original condition. Specialists handle delicate fabrics, leather, and fur with precision, using gentle solutions that maintain fabric integrity while removing stains. The process includes digital documentation and hypoallergenic finishing for optimal results.
Tailoring & Alterations
With 15 expert tailors on staff, we offer precise garment modifications for both everyday wear and special occasion pieces. Services include hemming, seam adjustments, and complex repairs while maintaining original design elements. Our team ensures perfect fit for formalwear, uniforms, and designer clothing through both walk-in and appointment services.
Bridal Gown Preservation
This specialized service includes expert cleaning, structural repairs, and museum-quality preservation for wedding gowns. Certified specialists use IRCC/NCA-approved methods to restore stained or aged garments and prepare them for long-term storage in custom archival boxes, ensuring heirloom quality maintenance for future generations.
Home Linen Services
We clean and restore bed linens, draperies, and tablecloths using gentle processes that maintain fabric texture and color vibrancy. The service includes smoke/water damage restoration, pet stain removal, and emergency processing for urgent needs, with specialized care for delicate or heavily soiled items.
Film Industry Wardrobe
Our 24/7 service for film and TV productions includes rapid garment cleaning, alterations, and digital tracking systems. Located near Steiner Studios, we handle wardrobe needs for principal actors and background performers, offering on-demand pickups and patented cataloging systems to manage large-scale wardrobe requirements efficiently.
People
Joseph Aviles
Founder
A Marine veteran who established the business in 1968, Joseph pioneered the company's commitment to precision garment care. His military discipline shaped the company's exacting standards before passing leadership to the next generation.
Victoria Aviles
Co-Founder
An immigrant entrepreneur who joined the business while studying at Princeton, Victoria became both business partner and life partner to Joseph. She continues leading the company with their son Richard, maintaining their founding values.
Richard Aviles
Co-Owner
Son of Joseph and Victoria, Richard carries forward the family legacy alongside his wife Melissa. He oversees daily operations while maintaining the artisanal quality standards established by his parents.
Melissa Aviles
Operations Manager
As Richard's spouse and business partner, Melissa manages client relations and service quality. She ensures the company maintains its reputation for exceptional customer service while expanding its modern capabilities.
Questions
What garment types do you specialize in cleaning?
We handle all fine fabrics including leather, suede, fur, silk, and designer garments. Our specialists also clean wedding gowns, heirlooms, and film production wardrobe pieces.
Do you offer alteration services for formalwear?
Yes, our 15 tailors specialize in formalwear adjustments including hemming, seam modifications, and bustle creation for wedding gowns and evening wear.
Can you preserve my wedding dress after the ceremony?
We provide museum-quality preservation using certified methods, including archival packaging that maintains your gown's condition for future generations.
Do you have emergency garment services?
Our 24/7 emergency service handles urgent needs for both individuals and film productions, offering rapid cleaning and alterations with same-day availability.
Are your cleaning processes environmentally friendly?
We use eco-conscious techniques including hypoallergenic solutions and true wet cleaning methods that minimize environmental impact while maintaining garment quality.
Do you serve commercial clients?
Yes, we provide wardrobe services for film/TV productions and maintain uniforms for corporate clients with specialized cleaning and rapid turnaround capabilities.
Reviews (5)
Hm Mm
Feb 17, 2022
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UPDATE YOUR HOURS! On your DOOR and on the INTERNET it says you're open until 7:00! 3 times now I have dragged my dry cleaning there only to find you close early or whenever you want. NOT A GREAT WAY TO DO BUSINESS ESPECIALLY IN NYC AND FOR WHAT YOU CHARGE $$$$$$$
C. Crowley
Nov 27, 2021
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I sliced open my moncler coat climbing througu my window, thought it was done, but they fixed it and tbh i cant even tell. Was a bit pricey ($400) but worth it for a $1500+ coat. 10/10 would recommend for Moncler repairs Service: Alterations
Dina Podolsky
Sep 23, 2021
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I tried to get a pair of pants tailored here 3 times. they were still uneven and then they told me that its all in my head and i would "never see them as even". will not come here again.
Justin Masse
Mar 21, 2021
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Ripped my moncler I literally just got. Went to the store girl said I might as well buy a new jacket, luckily when I called a different moncler I was directed to Kingbridge! Just picked up my jacket and I couldn't even remember where the rip was that's how great it was fixed. Definitely go there for anything wrong that happens to your moncler or other expensive jackets/garments.
The NinjaFiz
Feb 10, 2021
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I have been using Kingbridge for approximately 2 years now. Their service and expertise is unparalleled to any other dry cleaner out there. If there is a spot you have they will remove it. They removed paint off a Canada Goose jacket and made it brand new as well as many other stains on several items. Are they expensive, yes, but you get what you pay for. I am absolutely love them.
