Blanche Thebom shares wardrobe care tips from a busy career
NEW YORK AP Blanche Thebom Metropolitan Opera star explains how she preserves suits shoes raincoats furs and sweaters between performances. She uses specialized hangers shoe trees and careful steaming to maintain shape and avoid damage while juggling tours opera and TV appearances.
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