03/25/2026
How to Protect the Bottom of Your Dress at an Outdoor Wedding
A few simple tips to help preserve your dress.
By Elizabeth Mitchell Updated on November 17, 2025 08:36AM
Bride holding up dress with leaves stuck to the bottom
Photo by Peyton Byford
Key Takeaways
Use an underskirt to lift your dress off the ground and protect it from dirt during photography.
If you're in a pinch, wrapping a sheet around the gown's bottom can safeguard it from outdoor stains.
Spray the hem with fabric protector to prevent stains, but ensure there's no visible line between sections