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Miranda
Dedicated June 2016

BUG SPRAY+WEDDING DRESS?????

Miranda, on May 26, 2016 at 9:31 PM Posted in Planning 0 8
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I'm getting married on a river, and it's been super rainy these last few weeks. I've been hiking around the same river this time of year in the past and it's VERY buggy. I was just wondering for those who've had this experience, what bug spray (if any) are wedding dress safe? I know they make the fast dry/no stick, so just wondering if my dress will be safe...... THANKS!

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Latest activity by Nancy Taussig, on May 27, 2016 at 10:22 AM
  • HoneyLife
    VIP October 2016
    HoneyLife ·
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    I think you may have to spot test it and see what happens. My favorite bug spray is lemon eucalyptus oil because it's natural and has no Deet

    https://www.rei.com/product/828908/repel-lemon-eucalyptus-pump-spray-insect-repellent-4-fl-oz?cm_mmc=cse_PLA_GOOG-_-8289080001&CAWELAID=120217890000813459&lsft=cm_mmc:cse_PLA_GOOG

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  • Erin381
    Master September 2016
    Erin381 ·
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    I always use skin so soft. It's an oil but I have never had issues with clothes

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  • A Bride
    Super August 2016
    A Bride ·
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    Shoot, I have not thought of this... following. We need bug spray at our venue too!

    Maybe start by just bringing a roll of paper towels to make a makeshift bib to protect the top of the dress while someone sprays you down? Although I don't think it will stain the dress, right? I need to research too!

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  • Elmo
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    Elmo ·
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    Get the off wipes instead of spray!

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  • MNA
    Master April 2018
    MNA ·
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    What time of day are you getting married? Mosquitos are typically active at dawn and dusk, so if it's an afternoon wedding, you're much less likely to have issues.

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  • PushingButtons
    Super May 2017
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    You could also eat a lot of garlic the days before your wedding. It's weird but it works. I make a lot of home-cooked Italian food and bugs rarely bother me while they feast on others. "Sweet blood" is a thing, I guess.

    http://www.rd.com/health/wellness/8-foods-to-defend-against-bug-bites/

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  • Kayla
    VIP September 2016
    Kayla ·
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    Dryer sheets!

    Works the best as a bug repellant.

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  • Nancy Taussig
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    If your dress has 2 layers, spray the underlayer. If only one layer, spray the inside of it. That way, if it leaves a mark, it hopefully won't be visible.

    Also, avoid perfume and scented hairspray.

    Can you spray the whole wedding area/grass (take care of guests, too)?

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