A video showing how dry cleaning works has drawn millions of views and sparked discussion online, with many viewers surprised by how the process actually works.

Electrical work. Pizza-making. Cutting your own bangs. Some things are better left to professionals to handle. After testing three at-home dry-cleaning kits, I’m adding dry cleaning to that list, too.

We’ve all been to the dry cleaners, handing over delicate ‘dry clean only’ silk blouses or that white dress you thought you wouldn’t stain on the first wear but did.

New York City stylist Liz Teich says that most items commonly dry cleaned don't need to be. Getty Images/iStockphoto If you’ve gotten into the habit of lugging your wool knits, cashmere cardigans and ...

In response to a reader who has noticed more and more dry-clean-only labels on clothing, our critic explains why they are increasing and how to properly wash clothes. By Vanessa Friedman I love ...