The big day has finally arrived. You’ve spent months (or even years) arranging your wedding and making sure that everything is just right, from the flowers to the colour of the napkins.
But suddenly, catastrophe strikes!
Every wedding requires a wedding day emergency kit to enable the bridal party to deal with the unexpected with ease, whether it be that the bridesmaid’s dress suddenly doesn’t fit properly or that the bride’s big up-do is unravelling quickly.
The bridesmaid typically keeps the wedding emergency kit nearby with items that might be needed throughout the day.
Our wedding motto is “Always Be Prepared,” which is similar to the Boy Scouts’ motto.
The greatest bridal emergency kits have everything needed to handle any wedding day crisis, including bobby pins, fashion tape, and other necessities.
While we can’t promise that these solutions will solve every issue, they ought to be sufficient to at least deal with minor issues and ensure that your wedding goes off without a hitch.
Therefore, keep these 20 essential but frequently overlooked items on hand during the whole wedding day by placing them in a tackle box or tote bag.
Blotting Papers
These must be included in any bridal emergency kit for the wedding day in order to help absorb shine and oil throughout the day.
Baby Powder
Baby powder will help in absorbing any additional moisture brought on by a hot day or a crowded environment. Additionally, it can be used to prevent the bride‘s chest and underarms from chafing from beaded bodices.
Deodorant
There’s a reason why it’s called a big day. You might start the day smelling great, but you’ll undoubtedly need to reapply.
Lotion
In addition to moisturising dry skin regions, lotion can also be used to control flyaway hairs in the event that hairspray is ineffective.
Lip Balm
It’s possible for lips to get dry, which will make lipstick appear uneven and make chatting or kissing uncomfortable. Two tubes of Chapstick will do the trick!
Nail Polish
It’s nice to stock the kit with the colours the bride and bridesmaids will be wearing, but the clear topcoat is the one everyone should have. In case your nail polish chips or a nail gets hooked on something, a nail file is also essential.
Lighter
You can burn the end of any fraying fabric to prevent it from unravelling; just be careful not to burn too much. If any candles or sparklers need to be relit, a lighter can be useful.
Fabric Tape
If you’ve never heard of fabric tape (also known as fashion tape), just know that you’ll need some in your bridal emergency kit on your wedding day. Fabric tape can hold something in place when safety pins can’t, such as a hem that starts to fall or a bodice that starts to slip.
Bobby Pins
You’ll be grateful that you have these genuinely necessary goods on hand once your hairstylist has left the building. Other useful accessories are hair ties, a brush or comb, and hairspray.
Extra Earring Backs
Bling from the wedding day is something that cannot be overlooked or forgotten. Since it’s not unusual for them to disappear, keep a few more in your kit to make sure the next thing to vanish isn’t the actual earring.
Snack Bars
Nobody likes a bride or bridesmaid who is ravenous! It is crucial to have a quick and simple snack that won’t readily spill or ruin anyone’s clothes. One of those things you would not expect to include in your emergency kit for brides is food, but it is nonetheless crucial.
Water Bottles
Both the prep area and the reception should have water on hand. However, if someone wants a drink on the way to the ceremony or just before the pictures, there might not be a bottle available other than the one in your kit.
Breath Mints
All the wedding preparation in the world won’t be able to stop bad breath. To prevent it, keep some mints or a small bottle of mouthwash nearby so you can continue to smile and talk all night.
Dental Floss
Even if it doesn’t seem urgent on your wedding day at the moment, having food stuck in your teeth can seriously damage pictures. Every time you eat, make sure to check your smile (and everyone else’s!).
Mini First Aid Kit
You know the drill: Band-Aids, antiseptic, ice packs, and burn cream.
Medicine
Your bridal emergency kit must include your preferred painkiller. Additionally, it’s a good idea to have medications for headaches, allergies, and indigestion. Being safe is better than being sorry.
Eye Drops
If the wedding will be outside, this is a necessity because pollen and newly blooming flowers can irritate eyes and destroy makeup. If either the bride or the groom wears contacts, it’s crucial to have a spare pair and solution on hand as well.
Pads and tampons
Someone else might require them even if you don’t think you’ll need them. Nobody wants to worry about having to call a pharmacy mid-reception to prevent any leaks during periods, so keep a substantial supply on hand just in case.
Phone Chargers
While getting your hair and makeup done, taking photos, posting on social media, and browsing the web can quickly deplete your battery. In case you are far from an outlet when your phone reaches 15%, it might be the ideal moment to get some portable power banks.
Cash
Although it might not seem important, we believe that a bridal emergency kit wouldn’t be complete without it. Cash will come in handy at some point, whether it’s when the bride wants a candy bar from the vending machine or you remember you forgot to tip the DJ.
Final Thoughts
Even while this list can seem a little excessive, keep in mind that it’s always preferable to be overprepared than underprepared. Plus, even if these things don’t assist you, they will still be worthwhile if they do assist someone else.
Also read:
https://www.venuemonk.com/blog/5-ways-for-brides-to-takes-care-of-their-mental-health
https://www.venuemonk.com/blog/best-tips-to-choose-the-right-wedding-makeup-salon