The first step in creating a wedding day emergency kit is understanding what could go wrong and having the necessary items on hand to address them quickly. While it’s not the most glamorous part of wedding planning, being prepared can make all the difference whether a bridesmaid spills coffee on her blush gown or you need to revive your hairstyle with a quick spritz of volumizing spray.
It is basically your lifesaver in case of an accidental spill or an allergic reaction on your wedding day. Most wedding planners will have one prepared already, but if you are planning your wedding yourself or want a little extra comfort, you can create one on your own.
When Should You Pack Your Kit?
Experts suggest packing your emergency kit weeks in advance of your actual big day to avoid forgetting any essential items or experiencing brain fog. The week of your wedding will be full of last-minute tasks and running around to avoid cramming the to-do list. Pack your emergency kit well in advance, and take your time gathering all the items.
Who Will Handle the Emergency Kit on Your Wedding Day?
On your wedding day, you’ll want to designate someone to carry and take care of your emergency bag. Either your wedding planner, maid of honor, or a bridesmaid can do this! Usually, your venue will have a safe place to store your items and wedding gifts, so you can leave your bag in there during the day. Have a designated person pick up your emergency bag the night before or week before, and make sure they bring it for you the day of.
Items you’ll want to include in your Bridal Emergency Kit:
- Snacks: There’s nothing worse than feeling faint, or worse…hungry on your big day. Pack some granola bars, fruit, or anything travel-friendly you can grab in a hurry to help balance out your blood sugar.
- Medicine: Pack your go-to pain reliever or allergy medication just in case you discover that day you are actually very allergic to pollen or someone’s perfume.
- Nail Polish: You’ll most likely have a shellac or gel manicure for your big day, but in case of a chip, keep your nail intact with a clear top coat as a backup.
- Nail File: A quick file will fix any snagging it might make on your beautiful dress and veil.
- Mini First Aid Kit: Include items like band-aids, rubbing alcohol, cotton pads, burn cream, etc.
- Eye Drops: Whether you wear contacts or not, dry eyes can be caused by pollen or seasonal allergies. Adding this to your emergency bridal kit is a must.
- Tampons & Pads: Enough said, be safe rather than sorry. Even if you keep track of your cycle, times of stress can cause your flow to be irregular, and you don’t want to stain your beautiful dress.
- Water Bottles: Have water bottles on hand for you and your bridal party on-site at your getting ready location, and photo-ops.
- Razors: Missed a spot under your arm or on your legs? Have a backup razor in case anyone forgot an area prepping for your day.
- Q-Tips & Makeup Remover: Smudged eyeliner from walking down the aisle. Have both Q-tips and makeup remover on hand for any touch-ups you might need throughout the day.
- Toiletries: Deodorant, lotion, lip chap, toothpaste, toothbrush, dental floss & perfume. Pack as if you’re going overnight somewhere, and you won’t miss anything.
- Blotting Papers: Having blotting papers on hand means you can touch up oily T-zones and your lips if necessary.
- Stain Remover: Don’t take a chance of a stain ruining your big day. Have a backup stain remover readily at hand.
- Super Glue: A bridesmaid’s heel broke that maybe shouldn’t have been used the night before to go out? It can all be super-glued at the last minute, so no one is the wiser.
- White Chalk: Maybe one of the most important things on this list. If a stain won’t come out of your dress, chalk can cover it up enough to help hide it.
- Fabric Tape: Tape your girls, your dress hem, anything that might need an extra hand.
- Bobby Pins & Elastics: Have a backup of hair elastics, scrunchies, pins, and a curling iron for any touch-ups.
- Volumizer Wefts: Don’t forget, hairstyles can fall flat, or worse, fall out. Have backup volumizers wefts if you need extra oomph or thickness for your big day.
- Baby Powder: Chafing has the power to make you miserable. Don’t allow it on your big day; pack a mini baby powder for anything that might get a little uncomfortable.
- Compact Mirror: Whether you’re on your way to the church or in between photos. Having a compact mirror to double-check that everything is still looking good is a must.
- Comb & Hairspray: Packing a comb & hairspray can help tame any flyaways you might run into & help with any bridesmaid hair malfunctions long after hair and makeup have left.
- Earring Backs: Purchase some clear backings in case of a missing back on the day of, and don’t worry about losing an accessory after a night of dancing.
- Cash: Whether you need cash for a quick fast food run on the way to the chapel, or forgot to tip one of your vendors.
- Mints: You’ve been up since 8 a.m., prepping, eating, and sipping coffee. Have these on hand to help with a refresh and also an upset tummy!
- Phone Charger: TikTok drains your battery, pack a fast charging cord to ensure you have your phone with you, ready to record all day long!
- Sunscreen: If you’re having an outdoor wedding in the middle of summer, don’t risk getting a burn on your shoulders.
- Scissors: If you’ve packed a mini sewing kit, chances are you’ll have some in there.
- Static Guard: Bridesmaid dresses sticking to your crew? This is the ultimate save for anything static-y on the day of.
- Pain Relieving Spray: Yes, pain spray. It will be your savior hours into your wedding when your feet hurt from your heels!
- Flat Shoes: When the party really starts, you may want to let your hair down and dance the night away. Pack a pair of your favorite white sneakers or flip-flops, and really enjoy the night!
- Tissues: It’s your wedding day, and there’s bound to be a lot of happy tears. Have some on hand for those tearjerker moments.
- Black Socks: We know you’re not wearing socks…but the groomsmen are, and let’s face it, sometimes they can leave things to the last minute.
Whether your big day is a few weeks away or a couple of months, mentally preparing for it can feel overwhelming with all the “to-dos” you may have left. Organization is key, and creating lists can help calm your nerves about forgetting anything. Packing your emergency kit is one additional step to make you feel confident in knowing you’re well prepared for your day. In the midst of all the planning, remind yourself that this is a day meant for you and the love of your life to enjoy and remember forever.
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