How to remove red wine stains from a wedding dress

remove red wine stains from a wedding dress

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Fruit, chocolate, champagne and red wine teeter on serving trays to celebrate the nuptials of the happy couple. Unfortunately, rich celebratory foods and beverages cause stubborn and often permanent stains on delicate weddings gowns. Even a cautious bride may find herself in the crossfire of guests' drooping goblets. Tannins in red wine create unsightly blotches on white and ivory gowns. Find a bathroom to attend to wine spills quickly before they set. If previously undiscovered or residual stains remain after the wedding day, seek professional attention.

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Things You'll Need

• Clean, soft cloth
• Water
• Hairdryer
• Note paper and pen or marking tape
• Soap-free detergent

Instructions

1. Wedding Day

   • 1

     Use a soft, clean cloth.

     Wet a soft, clean cloth with lukewarm water. Do not saturate the cloth to avoid drips and water stains. The bride may remain dressed, but may need an attendant's assistance depending on where the wine dribbled.

   • 2

     Gently blot the wine stain.

     Blot the wine stain gently. Start at the outer edges and work your way to the middle. If the stain does not disappear completely, it will fade and become unnoticeable in portraits.

   • 3

     Dry the wet fabric wth a hairdryer.

     Dry the spot. Set the hairdryer to its lowest setting and hold it 6 or more inches away from the fabric. Even temperature prevents a water spot from forming.

   Old Stains

   • 4

     Inspect pleats and folds for stains.

     Inspect the dress for stains. Carefully separate pleats and folds to find hidden areas where wine has splashed.

   • 5

     Make a note of the stain locations.

     Mark the stains. Verbally write out the location on paper for the most delicate dresses. Flag stains with fabric tape or a tiny strip of masking tape for sturdier fabrics.

   • 6

     Formal gowns require professional cleaning.

     Read the labels. Dresses labeled "Dry Clean Only" or that bear embellishments and sequins must be attended to by a professional dry cleaner or bridal dress restoration specialist. (See References 2) Give the cleaning professional the list of stain locations or point out stained areas.

   • 7

     Launder unembellished informal wedding dresses made of cotton, polyester or rayon if the care label does not mention dry cleaning. Choose a soap-free detergent. Select the hottest washing temperature the garment can withstand. If washing does not remove old set-in stains, use the form of bleach recommended by the care label. (See References 2)

Tips &- Warnings

• If the dry cleaner cannot remove the stain, consider altering the dress to hide the stain for the next family member to wear the gown.

• "Use of soap (bar soap, soap flakes or detergents containing natural soap) will make a tannin stain permanent or at least more difficult to remove, " according to The Ohio State University Extension. Even though soap is readily available at hotel and reception hall bathrooms, resist the temptation to use it.

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