Remember... Hope for the best yet plan for the worst….
The following list includes recommended items to include in the "Bride's Emergency Kit". The actual kit can be taken in many forms- overnight bag, paper bag, box, or basket. In general, the kit is left in the Bride's dressing/ changing room for easy access and is assigned to a Mother, Bridesmaid, or personal attendant to bring to the Reception. Here are some ideas:
Health:
1. Antacid
2. Antihistamine/ cold remedy
3. Any prescription medications
4. Aspirin, Tylenol or Advil
5. Band-Aids
6. Hard candy
7. Tampons/ pads/ Midol
8. Sunscreen (if outdoors)
9. Tissues
Beauty/ Grooming:
1. Dusting powder
2. Hair spray, brush, barrettes and/or bobby pins
3. Hand lotion, handy-wipes, deodorant, hand sanitizer
4. Hand mirror
5. Make-up
6. Perfume
7. Nail file, polish and remover
8. Small hand towel
9. Toothbrush, toothpaste and breath mints
10. Drinking straws to protect your final make-up application
Attire:
1. Throwaway garter
2. Clear nail polish (for runs in hose)
3. Earring backs
4. Emergency buttons
5. Flat shoes (if necessary)
6. Iron and spray starch
7. Pantyhose (extras)
8. Safety pins
9. Masking tape (last minute ripped hems)
10. Small sewing kit, including thread for all dresses
Miscellaneous:
1. Phone numbers of all involved in Ceremony/ Reception
2. Cell phone re-charger and Spare change for pay phone
3. Small flashlight
4. Something to drink
(keep the alcohol for later - particularly useful for lengthy photo sessions)
The following list includes recommended items to include in the "Bride's Emergency Kit". The actual kit can be taken in many forms- overnight bag, paper bag, box, or basket. In general, the kit is left in the Bride's dressing/ changing room for easy access and is assigned to a Mother, Bridesmaid, or personal attendant to bring to the Reception. Here are some ideas:
Health:
1. Antacid
2. Antihistamine/ cold remedy
3. Any prescription medications
4. Aspirin, Tylenol or Advil
5. Band-Aids
6. Hard candy
7. Tampons/ pads/ Midol
8. Sunscreen (if outdoors)
9. Tissues
Beauty/ Grooming:
1. Dusting powder
2. Hair spray, brush, barrettes and/or bobby pins
3. Hand lotion, handy-wipes, deodorant, hand sanitizer
4. Hand mirror
5. Make-up
6. Perfume
7. Nail file, polish and remover
8. Small hand towel
9. Toothbrush, toothpaste and breath mints
10. Drinking straws to protect your final make-up application
Attire:
1. Throwaway garter
2. Clear nail polish (for runs in hose)
3. Earring backs
4. Emergency buttons
5. Flat shoes (if necessary)
6. Iron and spray starch
7. Pantyhose (extras)
8. Safety pins
9. Masking tape (last minute ripped hems)
10. Small sewing kit, including thread for all dresses
Miscellaneous:
1. Phone numbers of all involved in Ceremony/ Reception
2. Cell phone re-charger and Spare change for pay phone
3. Small flashlight
4. Something to drink
(keep the alcohol for later - particularly useful for lengthy photo sessions)
