So you finally got that lovely maxi dress you’ve been ogling for months. It makes a smashing debut on your barkada’s grand weekend get-together, but unfortunately, your chocolate fondue fun leaves an obvious legacy on your look. Is there any way you can still salvage your outfit?

It might seem like the end of the world--or like the only place for your stained clothing is the trash bin, but this is definitely not the case. In fact, you can actually blot stains out, given the right tools and know-how. Read on as FN gets down and dirty with these stain removal tips!

For more laundry and stain removal tips, check out these FN articles:

• How to Remove Common Stains
• All Washed Up: 8 Laundry Tips You Should Follow
• How to Remove Stains with a Lemon