The Top 10 Clothing Hacks Everyone Should Know

The Top 10 Clothing Hacks Everyone Should Know

Vanessa Van Edwards6 minSep 14, 2015
12 chapters
  • Introduction and Importance of Clothing(0'000'42)
    The video targets anyone who wears clothes and leaves their house.
    Clothing choices significantly impact first impressions alongside handshakes, eye contact, and conversation skills.
    If clothes distract, detract, or disgust, there's no way to recover from a poor first impression.
    The video provides clothing hacks and tips for dressing to impress everyone.
  • Deodorant Stains and Sponge Solution(0'421'19)
    • White deodorant skid marks on clean shirts • Wet paper towels leave giant wet spots that may be worse than the stains
    Use a dry sponge to remove even the peskiest deodorant stains like magic.
    Works on upper arms or shoulders when someone has hugged you and transferred deodorant stains onto your jacket.
    A dry sponge effectively removes deodorant marks without creating additional wet spots on clothing.
  • Banana Peel Shoe Polish(1'191'54)
    Shoes become dull-looking and you may not have time to get them professionally polished.
    Use the inner lining of a banana skin to polish shoes just as you would with regular polish.
    • Rub the banana peel all over the entire surface of both shoes • Buff them up with a soft cloth
    Easy fix that also provides recycling—despite feeling crazy, it actually works.
  • Hair Straightener for Wrinkles(1'542'19)
    Traditional ironing requires excessive setup with iron, plug, ironing board, and starch.
    Use a hair straightener to remove wrinkles from shirts and collars in less than a minute.
    • Wrinkles on the front of your shirt • Collar wrinkles
    Acts as a lifesaver for quick wrinkle removal without the time investment of traditional ironing.
  • Freezing Water to Expand Shoes(2'192'49)
    • Favorite shoes don't fit due to weight gain • Need for shoes to fit comfortably again
    Fill two Ziploc bags with water, seal them tight, put them in your shoes, and place in the freezer.
    Water freezes overnight and expands to stretch your shoes without causing damage.
    No judgment offered—this solution helps you keep shoes you love without needing to buy new ones.
  • Removing and Preventing Pit Stains(2'493'31)
    Sweaty armpits create horrible yellow pit stains that make you want to throw away loved shirts.
    Before washing, spritz lemon juice on the pit stain area to break down the stain.
    Put panty liners in your armpits to prevent pit stains before they form.
    You can do your own private victory dance and keep wearing your favorite shirts without embarrassing stains.
  • Clear Nail Polish for Runs and Allergies(3'314'06)
    Stop runs in tights and stockings by applying a few drops of clear nail polish to the tear immediately.
    Always have a jar of clear nail polish in your car to address runs quickly before they spread.
    Coat earring backs in clear nail polish if you are allergic to jewelry metals to prevent breakouts.
    Clear nail polish treatment allows you to wear allergenic jewelry for a few hours without negative reactions.
  • Moleskin for Blisters and Underwire(4'064'36)
    • Protects ankles from painful blisters caused by uncomfortable shoes • Prevents embarrassing situations like hopping on one foot at networking events or bleeding through socks
    Moleskin is the anti-blister solution that prevents discomfort without sacrificing style.
    Moleskin can be purchased at any drugstore for easy access when needed.
    Can also tame a wild underwire that has snapped loose from your favorite bra.
  • Baking Soda for Smelly Shoes(4'365'15)
    • Getting caught with smelly shoes at parties or dinners where you're asked to remove them • Being excluded from activities like trampoline nights because of shoe odor
    Coat shoes in baking soda to eliminate bad smells without discarding them.
    Wash shoes in the laundry with normal detergent after applying baking soda for better results.
    Remove odor so you don't lose new friends due to embarrassing smelly shoes.
  • Nail File for Suede Damage(5'155'43)
    • Beautiful suede shoes, jackets, and pants get scuffed or stained easily • Damage to suede feels like a death sentence for the garment
    A nail file can amazingly restore scuffed or stained suede items.
    Run a nail file lightly over the scuffed or stained suede area to restore its appearance.
    Eliminates the need for clothing funerals and allows you to keep wearing beloved suede pieces.
  • Razor for Fabric Pilling(5'436'19)
    Sweaters and pants worn many times shed into little balls of thready pills that look nasty.
    Take your razor and run it lightly along the fabric to shave off top fabric pilling.
    Use tape to take care of any leftover pills after razoring for complete cleanup.
    These fabric balls are playfully called clothing poops, and removing them restores your garment's appearance.
  • Bonus Color Psychology(6'196'45)
    A separate video on color psychology is available to explore this topic further.
    Understanding color psychology adds extra pizzazz to your first impression.
    The video explores what the colors in your closet are saying about you.
    Combine color psychology knowledge with the 10 clothing hacks for maximum impact on how others perceive you.