Up a creek: here's your paddle

We're not saying you're a slob. Dude, we've all spilled stuff on our shirt and tried to lick it off. But if you splash some grease on that pricey leather jacket of yours, your tongue won't save you. Here's what to do: Blot, don't rub, the offending mark. And, according to the leather experts at Andrew Marc, a pencil eraser can make a dry stain on suede disappear. If all else fails, apply a tiny amount of white vinegar to the offending Gorbachev spot.

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