It’s hard work looking as good as you do. The next time you face a fashion emergency, don’t throw a fit – call for reinforcements.

Best Place to Fix a Broken Necklace – If your necklace takes an untimely break from its job of prettying up your neck, take it to Erica Jewelry. Swing by the bling boutique for a quick fix, and use the excuse to shop for some more jewelry box additions. 713.529.7555Ž "(map)

Best Place to Mend a Hem – Ask the experts to let out the waistline in those mysteriously tight pants from last year, or take a few inches off to make that black dress even littler. At Alterations & Design by AZAM, it’s a couture cut every time. 713.961.1177 (map)

Best Place for Dry Cleaning – Is there evidence of last night’s red on your favorite white blouse? Don’t shout it out! Quietly zip over to McGowen Cleaners, hands down the best place in the city to keep your brights from ever looking dingy. 713.526.3141
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Best Place for a Broken Heel – Take your power pumps for some TLC at Maida’s Black Jack Boot Co. and you’ll be ready to step out in style in no time. They’re the only place in town currently authorized to bring the sole back to your precious Louboutins! 713.961.4538 (map)