Getting Red Wine Stains Out Of Your Maxi Dress Without Breaking a Sweat
No one likes dealing with red wine stains, especially on their favorite maxi dress. It can feel like a chore to remove stain from the delicate fabric. But don’t worry, with the right ingredients and a few steps, you can easily get your maxi dress looking as good as new.
Updated 21 Feb 2023
By Matej Kramberger
What You'll Need
- Baking soda
- White vinegar
- Liquid detergent
- Residue-free cloth
Instructions
- Blot the stain with a cloth or towel to remove as much of the liquid as possible.
- Create a paste with baking soda and white vinegar and apply it directly to stain.
- Leave the paste on the stain for 15 minutes.
- Rinse the dress in cold water to remove the baking soda and vinegar paste.
- Create a second paste using liquid detergent and a small amount of water. Apply this paste directly to the stain, then rinse again in cold water.
- If necessary, repeat the above steps until stain is completely gone.
- Allow the dress to air dry.
Tips & Tricks
- For heavier stains, add a bit of rubbing alcohol to the paste.
- Use a residue-free cloth to prevent any further staining.
- Pre-treat the stain with a stain remover or laundry detergent before attempting to remove it.
- Be sure to read the care instructions for your dress beforehand.