How to make your clothes "Behave" - Tricks every stylist swears by!

If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a stylist, it’s this: clothes have a personality of their own. They wrinkle, they slip, they cling, they sometimes refuse to drape the way you imagined. Styling isn’t just about picking the right outfit — it’s also about knowing how to make the clothes behave.

Over the years, I’ve picked up a few tricks that every stylist secretly swears by, and I’m letting you in on them.

Styling Tricks Every Stylist Follows

1. Double-Sided Tape Is a Lifesaver:

Whether it’s a plunging neckline that won’t stay put or a hem that keeps flipping, double-sided tape is the unsung hero of every shoot. I never walk onto a set without it.

2. Steam, Don’t Iron:

Steamers are gentler, quicker, and they breathe life back into clothes without flattening them. Plus, they work magic on delicate fabrics like silks and satins.

3. Safety Pins Are Your Best Friends:

From quick fixes on a red carpet to creating the illusion of a better fit, safety pins are pure gold. I call them the “silent stylists.”

4. The Power of Clamps and Clips:

Behind the scenes of most photo shoots, you’ll see a model in a perfectly fitted dress… clipped at the back with bulldog clips. A great fit is sometimes all about strategic pinning that the camera never sees.

5. Static Solutions:

Nothing ruins a flowy dress like it sticking to the legs. A quick spray of static guard (or even a touch of moisturizer on the skin) works like magic.

At the end of the day, styling isn’t just about fashion — it’s about problem-solving. The clothes don’t always behave, but with a little creativity and a lot of quick thinking, you can make them look flawless.

And honestly, those tiny behind-the-scenes hacks? They’re what transform a simple look into a powerful moment.