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Solutions for Common Fashion Problems

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It’s a good idea to keep some double-sided fashion tape, a handful of safety pins, and a needle and thread in your purse, desk, or car. In addition, include a black Sharpie marker for hiding scuffs on black shoes. A couple of clear mini rubber bands or hair elastics can come in surprisingly useful. Round out your kit with a tiny pair of nail scissors and a bottle of superglue. A cute makeup pouch should be able to hold everything comfortably.

Emergency Repair Kit Essentials

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In spots where the shoe is rubbing against softer skin, such as the top of your foot, an anti-chafing balm might be enough to get you through the breaking-in process. If your new shoes are hitting bonier areas of your feet, such as the back of your heel, then a cushioned bandage can help. We also love Foot Petals, which come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors.

New Shoe Blisters

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Queen Elizabeth herself insists on having these small, flat weights sewn into the hems of her skirts and dresses. You can DIY dress weights by stitching metal buttons to the inside of the hem. However, it’s much easier to buy reusable stick-on weights. Make sure that you are using a static-minimizing product with your laundry. Dryer sheets are helpful, but you can also try white vinegar in place of liquid fabric softener.

Skirts That Won’t Stay Down

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First, prevention: Go get that bra fitting. Ideally, spaghetti straps shouldn’t be, you know, load-bearing.If disaster hits, however, don’t panic. Thanks to your handy-dandy emergency kit, you can slip away to stitch that strap back in place. If you can’t sew a broken strap, use a safety pin to hold it together

When the Strap Snaps

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The first rule of dealing with damaged clothing is don’t make it worse. No matter how tempting it is to yank on that loose thread or—gasp—cut a snagged loop of yarn, resist the urge. Make sure to give yourself enough seam allowance so that you are stitching into whole, unfrayed cloth. Loose threads should always be trimmed, never pulled. You could end up ripping out an entire seam if you start pulling!

Dealing with Rips and Snags

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A mini hair elastic or knotted rubber band will serve as an emergency fix. Fold it in half and thread one side through the hole in the zipper pull. This isn’t a permanent fix, however, and it might be worthwhile to get a seamstress or tailor to replace the zipper. A stuck zipper, on the other hand, needs a little help to loosen up. If you’re trapped in your clothes thanks to a zipper that won’t unzip, dab a tiny amount of liquid soap on it.

Zippers That Won’t Zip

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