Wedding Day Emergency Kit: A Checklist
As a wedding planner, I haven’t seen it *all* when it comes to possible wedding day emergencies, but I have seen a LOT.
It never fails that after the hair stylist leaves someone’s updo starts to fall. Or a fake eyelash won’t stay put. Or a bridesmaid dress isn’t cooperating. Or a heel keeps sinking into the grass causing great potential for someone falling down the aisle.
As a bride, you shouldn’t have to worry about or anticipate these things. Typically it’s your maid of honor’s job to make sure she’s prepped with an emergency kit that can come to the rescue for these potential “emergencies.”
In the grand scheme of things, no they aren’t that big of a deal. But in the moment, it can feel like a catastrophe.
That’s why I’m such a big fan of wedding day emergency kits and I try to keep a few things on hand for these potential scenarios, but at the end of the day it’s smart for you to be prepped too!
If you’re a bride reading this and you don’t want to add one more responsibility to your plate, do yourself a favor and send it to your mom, sister, maid of honor, or other trusted bridesmaid to handle it for you.
The point is for SOMEONE to have a stash of “might need” items when said emergency sets in.
And if you’re not sure what to include in your wedding day emergency kit? I’ve got you!
What To Include In Your Wedding Day Emergency Kit and Why
Tissues – for when the tears inevitably start to roll
Sewing kit with needles and thread – to fix any dress or outfit mishap
Safety pins – again, to fix any outfit catastrophes
Scissors – you never really know what you might need these for
Stain remover wipes or pen – girls gotta eat on wedding day and we all know that we drop food the instant we’re wearing white or something fancy
Lint roller – mainly for the groom and groomsmen
Fashion tape – a wardrobe lifesaver
Deodorant – enough said
Breath mints or spray – please don’t start chewing gum right before you walk down the aisle. Grab a breath mint and call it a day!
Bobby pins and hair ties – updo isn’t staying up? Bobby pins to the rescue
Hairbrush or comb – because you just never know
Hairspray – for good measure
Compact mirror – to make sure that the professional makeup is still doing it’s thing and to ensure nothing is stuck in your teeth right before you make your grand entrance
Tweezers – again, just trust me
Nail file and nail glue – because we can’t have a nail missing on a day like today
Band-Aids – for those pesky blisters that no one has time for
Ibuprofen or aspirin – a long day running on little to no sleep often calls for some meds
Antacid – we don’t have time for heartburn or tummy troubles today, ok?!
Allergy medicine – if it’s an outside wedding in the spring… let’s caution on the safe side
Hand sanitizer – to keep things clean
Sunscreen – again, if it’s an outside wedding in the middle of summer, no one wants a scorching red forehead
Chapstick or clear lip gloss – nice to have for some touch ups
Makeup remover wipes – in case there’s a makeup malfunction
Q Tips – can truly be used for anything
Eye drops – today is not the day for dry eyes
Dental floss or picks – for safe measure after breakfast and lunch
Toothbrush and toothpaste – in case someone forgot theirs
Disposable razors – again, in case someone forgot theirs
Lotion or moisturizer – for any dry skin that needs some doctoring
Extra earring backs – it never fails that someone loses an earring back
Compact umbrella – in case of unanticipated rain
Super glue – the fixer of all things
Mini first aid kit – in addition to band aids, you never know if someone will need gauze, neosporin, etc.
Pen – so that the couple can sign the marriage license
Extra phone charger – because you know someone will ask for one
Snacks – to calm the pre-game jitters
Bottled water – because hydration is key
Shoe insoles – for the girlie who chose the most uncomfortable shoes for the day
Oil blotting sheets – helps a ton on hot days
Eyelash glue – for the falsies that can’t be trusted
Sample spritzer of perfume – in case someone wants an extra touch of smell good
Steamer – because bridesmaid dresses never fail to get wrinkled
Solemate heel protectors – these come in extra handy if the ceremony is taking place on grass
Clear nail polish – an amazing hack to stop snags in their tracks
Though this list might feel lengthy, my motto is that you really can’t be TOO prepared!
It’s better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.
And no, you don’t have to buy the most expensive version of all these things. Hit up your local dollar store and you’re sure to find almost everything on this list at a fraction of the cost!
Once you’ve gathered all of your items, throw all of it in an extra cosmetic bag and call it a day.
If you’re the type that likes to check things off, CLICK HERE for a free checklist version that you can download and print to have on hand as you’re preparing. ✔️
Here’s to being prepped and ready for any possible wedding day emergency that might come your way. 🎉