It’s your special day and you have gone to great lengths to assure that everything is just right. A simple mistake: the wrong move of a hand, a trip on uneven ground, a drop or smear of makeup can cause a whirlwind of chaos and drama, but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Tips to Fight Those Stains on Your Wedding Day
Every good wedding coordinator, or bridesmaid, has taken the time to pick up a few tricks of the trade to prevent a disaster from occurring when it comes to the beauty of the bride and her dress. Whether you are the bride, a member of the bridal party, or with the planning services there are certain tips that you should be aware of:
- Wine Stains – It has been spread far and wide that the go to solution is club soda, but a dab of toothpaste will help to hide any lingering color.
- Coffee and/or Tea – The dark color of these beverages often send people into a tailspin thinking that it cannot be handled, but with a bit of lemon juice the stain will disappear.
- Make-up – Having dry shampoo handy is a bonus for those errant make-up stains that can develop. Spray the back of the stain and blot through the fabric.
- Oil spots – When oil stains suddenly surface the solution can be found in baby powder. By sprinkling a small amount on the area and then gently brushing it off, it absorbs the problem and whisks it away.
- Waxy spots – The strange waxy spots that seem to come out for no reason can be tamed by using a baby wipe.
- Odor – For those moments when an unwanted scent is detected in the fabric of clothing, grab a bottle of vodka and water. A solution of these two ingredients lightly spritzed on the dress will get rid of many of those unwelcome odors.
Wearing the pristine white of a wedding gown is an amazing sensation that cannot be denied. A bride being able to keep the gown looking its best through the many rigors of a wedding day can present a unique challenge. Using a little ingenuity and some easily obtainable materials can save the day when those accidental stains appear. To meet the challenges of a busy wedding day while keeping everything under control to the satisfaction of the bride, take the time to find out the many little tips to address the variety of gown disasters that can unexpectedly happen.
How to Fix Those Stains After Your Wedding Day
Even with the best planning, you’re bound to have a few spots on your dress. The good news is that many of these common stains can be removed by a professional. Make sure you get your wedding dress cleaned and preserved no later than 3 months after your big day. The longer you wait, the more difficult it is to remove any stains.
After the event has come and gone, it is only natural that you want to preserve the gown and memories. When it comes to the care of your bridal gown, it is important to have it professionally cleaned and preserved. This step will help to remove any lingering stains and keep it looking beautiful.
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