This mini emergency kit fits in a desk drawer or a shoulder bag.
A small can of Static Guard can rescue you from "creeping,
clinging skirt" syndrome; $2 at drugstores.
Attach a tiny Swiss Army knife and a safety pin to your key
chain, advises Audrey Smaltz, founder of Ground Crew, which
manages the back-stage chaos at fashion shows. These two tools are
indispensable for speedy saves. Knife, $20; go to
www.swissarmy.com.
Moist towelettes leave minimal water rings and work on most
stains, even makeup, says costume designer Mona May. Put a towel
under the stain to absorb the liquid, then pat; don't rub. Wet
Ones, $2.50 at drugstores.
This sewing kit, packed with essentials, is about as big as a
pack of gum. Mini Sewing Kit, $6, www.containerstore.com.
A tiny lint roller is handy and smaller than your palm. Evercare
travel-size Lint Pic-Up Adhesive Roller, $1 at drugstores.
