How to keep silk smooth

Step 1 Wet fabric

Dampen the fabric completely if it has heavy wrinkles. Soak it in a tub and wring it out or spray with a spray bottle.

Step 2 Turn inside out

Turn the fabric inside out on an ironing board.

Step 3 Iron

Place a thin towel on top of the fabric and iron on the silk on the cool setting, just until the wrinkles release.

Silk and satin are very easily burned. Be careful not to set the iron on the fabric for too long.

Step 4 Hang fabric

Turn fabric right side out and hang to dry after ironing.

Step 5 Steam fabric

Hang the fabric on a towel bar or hook while you shower to steam out any additional wrinkles.

Silk and satin with only a few small wrinkles may only need to be steamed and not ironed.

Step 6 Hang overnight

Hang the fabric overnight to allow any lingering wrinkles to release. Repeat steps as necessary to remove additional wrinkles or bunching before your big debut in that sassy number.