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Fixing Fashion Emergencies

Fashion Oct 14, 2014

by Anokhi Admin

Change Fashion Emergencies From Panic Mode To Ah Ha Moments

The following tips from fashion expert and blogger Dr. Ngozi Etufugh, of Ihenaewu, provide quick and easy fixes to the most common fashion emergencies.

Loose Buttons

When a button pops off, thread a spare twist tie through the button and secure it behind the sweater. Beware — this only works on open weaves and loose knits!

Instant Manicure

To get a polished manicure look, use White-Out to line the tips of your nails for a quick DIY French mani.

Blisters From New Shoes

Use a little clear deodorant on the areas your blisters usually occur. “Duct tape works as well,” says Dr. Etufugh, taking cue from athletes: the tape takes on the friction normally transferred to your foot, keeping blisters at bay.

Undone Hem

For a temporary hem, use tape. “Even better,” says Dr. Etufugh, “Keep a roll of double-sided fabric fashion tape handy.”

Your Zipper sticks — Or Worse, Breaks

Soap or orthodontic wax works like magic on stuck zippers, says Dr. Etufugh. Alternatively, try rubbing a candle over the spot. For a broken zipper, use an adhesive Velcro strip to close the fly temporarily until you can get a replacement.

Your Skirt Or Pants Are Wrinkled And There's No Time To Iron

“Your flat iron makes a great substitute — no board needed,” says Dr. Etufugh. “If your collar needs an extra perk-up, stiffen the fabric with a spritz of firm-hold hair spray.”

Makeup Stains On Your Blouse

Baby wipes, or a damp warm cloth with hand soap, can remove smaller stains.

Food In Your Teeth

Post-it notes can do the trick! Use the paper’s points and edges. Dr. Etufugh adds, “You can also use them to clean underneath your nails or to get rid of that stray lipstick that seems to have smudged outside the lines.”

Lost Earring Backs

If you've lost the back of your earring, an eraser can double as an earring back. Just snip it in half, remove the earring, and make a hole in the eraser.

Shiny Face

“If you're looking a little oily and forgot your powder or blotting papers at home,” says Dr. Etufugh, “Grab a toilet seat cover and run into the stall for a quick fix.”

You Broke a Heel

“Glue, particularly super glue, is powerful and can quickly become your friend when it comes to repairs,” says Dr. Etufugh. “If your heel comes off on your way to a client meeting or is about to break, try to align it in its original position as best you can, apply super glue, and then apply pressure for a few minutes to ensure it will stay.”

You Scuffed Your Shoes

“The solution depends on the shoes,” says Dr. Etufugh. “For leather, scrub away your scuffs with a little toothpaste; petroleum jelly will fix up your patent leather shoes and make them shine like new; brushing an eraser in one direction removes suede scuffs; and for your canvas kicks, use a baking soda paste.”

Do you have any great fashion emergency fixes to share? If so feel freww to leave a comment below.

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