Wedding Gown Survival Guide

Your wedding day is filled with love, laughter—and the occasional mishap. Spilled champagne, smeared lipstick, even a little frosting during the cake cutting can all leave their mark. Don’t panic—this Wedding Gown Survival Guide will help you handle small accidents in the moment and explain why professional gown cleaning and preservation is the best step after the celebration.

Makeup smudges

• Blot gently with a dry cloth or lightly damp cloth.
• Avoid rubbing—this can spread the stain.

Wine & champagne spills

• Blot with a damp napkin, don’t rub.
• Sugar and dye can set quickly, but professionals can fully remove them later.

Coffee & tea drips

• Use seltzer water to gently blot.
• Stay calm and hydrated—it’s your day!

Wedding cake frosting

• Blot with soda water or baby wipes.
• Dyes may leave a trace, but most are water-soluble.

Accidents happen—be ready with a few essentials in your bridal clutch or with your maid of honor:

• White cloth or handkerchief
• Baby wipes or seltzer water
• Needle, thread, and spare buttons
• Safety pins or clear tape
• Small bottle of rubbing alcohol

With these items, you can handle most emergencies until you can get professional cleaning.

Even if your gown looks fine at the end of the night, hidden stains (like sugars or oils) can set in over time. At Bibbentuckers in Dallas–Fort Worth, we:

• Inspect for hidden or delayed stains
• Professionally clean using fabric-safe methods
• Repair minor issues like loose beading or hems
• Package and preserve gowns in heirloom boxes for long-term care

Learn more about our wedding gown cleaning & preservation services.

Most importantly—don’t let small mishaps steal your joy. Stains and snags are common, but they can be fixed. Focus on the celebration and trust Bibbentuckers’ expert team to restore your gown afterward.