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How plunging necklines stay in place on set

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Those gravity-defying, dangerously plunging necklines aren't staying perfectly in place through sheer willpower and elegant posture. Wardrobe assistants extensively utilize double-sided toupee tape, aggressively sticking the delicate fabric directly to the actor's bare skin. It completely eliminates accidental flashes and requires a surprisingly painful ripping process at the end of the day.

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