Planning a wedding is like putting together a big symphony. Every little thing matters. But even if you plan everything perfectly, things can still go wrong on your big day. That's when a wedding day emergency kit is useful. Let's talk about how to put together the perfect kit, since I've helped with a lot of weddings, both in front of and behind the scenes. We'll talk about the five most important things you should never miss. Spoiler: You're not going to be able to bring a small pharmacy with you.
Think about this It's your wedding day and all of a sudden a stubborn wine stain appears on your dress or suit. Are you freaking out? No because you are ready. Your wedding day emergency kit should have everything you need to fix fabric problems like a pro.
Stain Remover Tide To Go sticks that are the size of pens are great for cleaning up small spills. Don't rub just tap. You'll be glad to have these little heroes when you're in the spotlight.
You should always have basic colored threads needles and small scissors in your sewing kit. You don't have to be a pro at making seamstress bouquets but you can quickly fix a button that has come loose or a hem that has gone wrong.
Beauty problems don't stand a chance when you have the right tools. The foundation and blush aren't the only things that make you look perfect.
Mini Makeup Kit Lipstick powder and papers to blot. You can keep your glow in check and touch up whenever you want. A quick blot and re powder can help everyone calm down their sweaty excitement.
Hairpins and Hairspray Are there any loose curls? No problem. A quick spray of hairspray and a well placed pin can do wonders for hair that won't stay put.
On a busy day like your wedding day comfort is the most important thing. No one wants to ruin a good laugh with shoes or headaches that hurt.
Painkillers Add some acetaminophen or ibuprofen to your kit. Those dancing feet will thank you after a fun spin on the floor.
Band Aids and Blister Pads Dancing for hours can hurt even the best shoes. Get some band aids or blister pads just in case you hurt yourself.
You can't forget about the paperwork even though you're having fun. This isn't the fun part but it has to be done.
Vendor Contacts If something doesn't arrive or is late having a list of all your vendor contacts can help. Having numbers on hand makes it easy to get in touch with people and get things done quickly.
Copy of Vows and Speeches It's not just files that need to be backed up. Print or save a copy of your vows toasts or speeches online. Sometimes a physical backup works better but your phone has a lot of space for storage too.
Chargers for Phones Make sure your phones and tablets are charged so you can take selfies after the ceremony. You might want to get a portable power bank if a lot of people need to plug things in.
It's always a good idea to have some cash on hand for tips surprise trips to the corner store or parking that only takes cash.
Hangers and Tote Bags If guests bring you clothes or gifts having a few extra hangers or tote bags can help keep your space neat and tidy.
You don't need to carry a warehouse with you but don't forget these things either. You can find great tips on how to organize these important things at Lifehacker.
It's not just smart to make an emergency kit for your wedding day it's also a way to keep yourself happy. You don't have to have a perfect day but being ready will make you feel better. You can think of it as a set of tools that will help you deal with the little things that come up in life. Make things your own write down a list of friends you can trust and most importantly embrace the love of your day. Take a deep breath and enjoy every second. You can do this and you won't just wing it because you're so ready.
(Please keep in mind that the URLs given are not real they are just there to show how it works.) Make sure the links on your blog go to real reliable sites.