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It happens to the best of us.
You leave the house after one last glance in the mirror looking pristine.
But like a Girl Scout, you could be prepared for the worst.
Trust me, these are tips I’ve learned from my own clumsy mistakes.
And a few I picked up while on set at fashion shoots.
Button popped off in the middle of the day (dont act like this hasnt happened to you)?
Here are 10 common fashion emergencies, and the simple hacks to solve them.
Yes, they really do work.
Your LBD is looking more like a polka-dot dress thanks to lint.A lint roller is the obvious solution.
Roll the tape into circle, so that you have a DIY version of double-sided tape.
It takes patience to pull this off, but it’s time well spent to look polished.
If you get white streaks on your top, use a damp sponge to remove the stains.
you’re free to also use dryer sheets to get rid of the skid marks.
Once the blisters arise, use a Band-Aid to cover the open sore.
These are also two essentials if you’re doing a lot of walking in strappy flats (ouch).
It’s impossible to know exactly where, but I’m sure the dust bunnies are keeping them company.
Thread the wire through the button holes.
Then, put the ends of the wire through the shirt.
The clasp on your favorite necklace or bracelet snapped.Outfit.
The static cling on your dress is just unbearable.A skirt layered over tights is a recipe for static cling.
This keeps the electric attraction down.
This is one tip I’ve used time and again on photo shoots, so the clothes hangjustright.
Lotion on the legs also works if your static cling isn’t from fabric-on-fabric friction.
You scuffed your leather shoes or sneaks.No pair of leather shoes is safe from scuff marks.
Shoes can start to look dusty after regular wear.
To get rid of streaks on your favorite pumps or oxfords use Vaseline.
Yes, the beauty essential is also a fashion emergency must have.
Your hem is falling apart.Double-sided tape is one quick fix.
Just apply the tape between the loosened fabric, and apply the heat of an iron.
you could use a flatiron to seal the seam, too, if you’re in a pinch.
A light spritz will smooth out crinkles in most lightweight fabrics.
