From red wine spills to makeup related incidents, no one wants to be faced with a stain on their big day – but accidents can happen. If you fall foul to a stain on your special day, the items on the list below can prevent the situation from escalating from mild irritation to a full blown disaster!

So, to be prepared for all eventualities, we’ve put together a guide on what to include in a handy wedding day stain removal kit so you don’t get caught in a pinch. If you have a specific stain you need to fix in a flash, we have a whole guide on how use your emergency stain removal kit on your wedding day.

We know that the last thing you want to do on your wedding day is to be scrubbing at stains, so you might be tempted to leave it to the dry cleaner. However, with certain stains – the longer they stay on the material, the harder they are to remove. Not only that but stains like mud that contain organic matter can even eat into delicate materials. So, treating a stain as soon as you can is the best policy.

Putting this together and keeping it somehwere safe is totally a job you can delegate to someone else. Simply send them this list and ask them to have the items to hand, either in their room at the venue or in their car.

What to Put in an Emergency Wedding Day Stain Removal Kit

Ensure you’re prepared for any surprises on the big day with these must-have stain-busting essentials:

• Clear Dish Soap – Gently removes grease and food stains without damaging fabrics.
• White Cloths – Avoid coloured fabrics that may bleed; stick to pure white to prevent any dye transfer.
• Stain Removal Wipes or Pen – For quick fixes on the go.
• White Chalk – Helps to cover up small fabric blemishes, makeup and absorbs grease.
• Peroxide (Bleach) – A gentle bleaching agent for tough stains on whites.
• White Vinegar – Works wonders on wine, food, and even perspiration marks.
• Baking Soda – A natural cleaner that neutralises odours and lifts stains.
• Cotton Buds – Perfect for targeted spot treatment without causing further damage.
• Dry Towels – Essential for blotting away excess moisture and preventing stains from setting.

Keep this kit close by to ensure a flawless day, no matter what comes your way!

Top Tip: Here at One Fab Day we recommend that grooms (and page boys and groomsmen!) bring a spare shirt if possible, as you never know when it might come in handy!

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