How to avoid a wardrobe malfunction: 10 fashion and beauty hacks a celebrity stylist swears by
- From Emma Stone's dress breaking to Liza Koshy taking a tumble, there were a few wardrobe malfunctions at the Academy Awards last night
- Celeb stylist Phillip Bloch reveals 10 precautions you can take before an event to look flawless
When it comes to award shows, celebrities love pushing boundaries with their fashions, and because of this they often experience wardrobe malfunctions.
At the 96th Annual Academy Awards, we saw a few mishaps that could have been avoided.
Celeb stylist Phillip Bloch reveals style hacks to have you looking flawless at your next important event.
![Kirsten Dunst's Gucci dress appeared wrinkle free on the red carpet](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/11/17/82327755-0-image-a-241_1710177478386.jpg)
Kirsten Dunst's Gucci dress appeared wrinkle free on the red carpet
Do whatever it takes to stay wrinkle-free
Kirsten Dunst looked picture perfect at the Academy Awards while posing on the carpet with her husband, actor Jesse Plemons.
For the special occasion, the star wore a simple white Gucci dress reminiscent of '90s minimalism, and accessorized with Fred Leighton diamond earrings.
And while the material of her gown is one that wrinkles easily, Kirsten appeared wrinkle free.
Having started her career at the young age of 6 in Woody Allen's short film Oedipus Wrecks, the red carpet pro knows all the tricks to looking her best in front of the cameras.
Instead of traveling to the Dolby theater buckled up in the backseat of a car, she opted for a something a little more casual.
Daily Mail spotted the actress leaving The Roosevelt hotel riding in a golf cart.
To prevent her dress from bunching up and creasing, Kirsten sat in the front seat in a horizontal position.
Her husband, Jesse, sat in the back holding her purse.
![Kirsten looked picture perfect on the carpet with her husband, actor Jesse Plemons](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/11/17/82327771-13184055-image-a-244_1710178971504.jpg)
Kirsten looked picture perfect on the carpet with her husband, actor Jesse Plemons
If you arrive to an event and your dress is a little wrinkled, Phillip suggests sprinkling a little water on it.
'It depends on the fabric but if you can spritz some water on it, and then pull on the material, that often does the trick.'
![To accept her Best Actress award for her work in Poor Things , Emma Stone first showed off the busted zipper on her Louis Vuitton dress](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/11/17/82327733-0-image-a-239_1710177423762.jpg)
To accept her Best Actress award for her work in Poor Things , Emma Stone first showed off the busted zipper on her Louis Vuitton dress
Bring a needle and thread and/or safety pins
Talk about timing! To accept her Best Actress award for her work in Poor Things, Emma Stone first showed off the busted zipper on her Louis Vuitton dress.
For a quick fix, 'Always carry safety pins and a needle and matching thread,' says the legendary stylist. 'Or, to be safe, black, white and nude.'
'You never know when a seam is going to rip, or a thin little spaghetti strap will break.
'I would sew it up and then you'll just have to cut yourself out of it at the end of the night, or safety pin it from the inside.'
![For a quick fix, 'Always carry safety pins and a needle and matching thread,' says celeb stylist Phillip Bloch](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/11/18/82327731-13184055-image-a-1_1710182539133.jpg)
For a quick fix, 'Always carry safety pins and a needle and matching thread,' says celeb stylist Phillip Bloch
Design a small prop kit
Along with your lipstick, there a few things you should carry in your handbag.
Phillip always suggests packing a small Band-Aid.
'Put a Band-Aid in your purse incase your shoes start to hurt, or if you need to use the tape for some reason.
'I also recommend carrying Shout wipes in case you spill something and Listerine mints in case you eat something bad.'
The stylist is also a fan of double-sided tape, saying 'It really is a miracle, it can fix a lot of wardrobe malfunctions.'
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![To smooth any rogue hairs, Phillip recommends carrying a mini bottle of hairspray in your bag](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/11/20/82335323-13184055-image-a-251_1710190568831.jpg)
To smooth any rogue hairs, Phillip recommends carrying a mini bottle of hairspray in your bag
Carry a mini-hairspray
Emily Ratajkowski's ensemble at the Vanity Fair party was a wardrobe malfunction waiting to happen (and it's quite possible that she did infact suffer a nip-slip once or twice).
The model took a risk going braless in a very daring Jacquemus gown that featured a plunging back.
As she posed for photographers, Ratajkowski held the floor-length gown's neckline close to her chest to avoid any accidental exposure.
She wore soft brown makeup that accentuated her gorgeous features and her hair was styled in loose waves and parted down the middle.
She would have looked picture perfect if it weren't for some pesky flyaways!
To smooth any rogue hairs, Phillip recommends carrying a mini bottle of hairspray.
In a pinch, lip balm will also do the trick!
![Eva Longoria was a vision in a black Tamara Ralph column dress with just the right amount of cleavage peaking out. To create the perfect hourglass silhouette, Phillip favors giving the girls a little boost](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/11/18/82330095-13184055-image-m-247_1710181002969.jpg)
Eva Longoria was a vision in a black Tamara Ralph column dress with just the right amount of cleavage peaking out. To create the perfect hourglass silhouette, Phillip favors giving the girls a little boost
Elevate your curves
Eva Longoria was a vision in a black Tamara Ralph column dress with just the right amount of cleavage peaking out.
To create the perfect hourglass silhouette, Phillip favors giving the girls a little boost.
'I really love chicken cutlets, the little silicone demi-breast enhancers that you stick inside a bra or inside a dress just to give a little more cleavage in the right areas without being over the top.'
Photograph yourself prior to the event
Outer Banks star Madelyn Cline stunned at Vanity Fair party in a black Givenchy dress and Jared Atelier jewelry.
Though the fabric of the star's dress was sheer, she was covered up in all the right places.
'Prior to the event you want to take a picture of yourself in the dress you're going to wear inside and outside, and with and without a flash,' said Phillip.
'The naked eye can't pick up what the flashes of a camera can reveal, so you want to see it in natural light.'
!['Prior to the event you want to take a picture of yourself in the dress you're going to wear inside and outside, and with and without a flash,' said Phillip](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/11/20/82334639-13184055-image-a-249_1710189435631.jpg)
'Prior to the event you want to take a picture of yourself in the dress you're going to wear inside and outside, and with and without a flash,' said Phillip
Scuff soles of shoes for a slip-free surface
After stepping out in very high platform stiletto sandals, Liza Koshy took a tumble on the red carpet
The Players actress handled it like a pro, telling photographers 'that's alright' and picking herself right back up before posing in a beautiful red gown.
To avoid a bad fall, make sure your shoes aren't slippery.
To do this, scuff up the bottom with sandpaper until small grooves appear, or take them out to the concrete.
![To avoid a bad fall like Liza Koshy, scuff up the bottom of your shoes with sandpaper or take them out on to the concrete](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/11/20/82334883-13184055-image-a-250_1710189951890.jpg)
To avoid a bad fall like Liza Koshy, scuff up the bottom of your shoes with sandpaper or take them out on to the concrete
Use a scarf to avoid makeup stains
When getting dressed, place a silk scarf over your face to avoid disrupting your makeup and getting the inside of your dress dirty.
'If you're wearing gloves, do not touch your face,' urges Phillip.
'I've seen too many people with gloves touch their face and then they touch their dress and makeup is everywhere.'
Wear clear deodorant
Many people wear deodorant to have a more pleasant smell, and many use the same brand every day.
But for a special occasion, you might want to switch to a clear option to avoid any unwanted white marks.
A clear gel formula will keep you protected without leaving a trace.
Aerosol sprays are also a good choice.