Not everyone needs a coordinator, but everyone needs a wedding day emergency kit
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When it comes to your wedding, preparation is everything. You’ve spent months (maybe years) planning the perfect day, but even the best timelines and checklists can’t prevent every little hiccup. That’s where your wedding day emergency kit comes in.
We’ve written about the wedding day emergency kit before, but these are our stand out, need to haves on a wedding day. Think of it as your behind-the-scenes safety net: a collection of small but mighty items that keep the day running smoothly, no matter what comes your way. Whether it’s a stubborn stain, a tech hiccup, or a hunger pang, these essentials will have you covered.
Here are the top 10 things you’ll want in your wedding day emergency kit:
10. Portable Fan
Wedding nerves + layers of dress/tux/suit + a hot venue = sweat. A small, portable fan can be a total lifesaver for keeping you cool and photo-ready, especially during outdoor ceremonies or summer weddings. Bonus: it’ll keep your makeup from melting.
9. Portable Sewing Kit
Buttons pop, straps break, hems come undone. A mini sewing kit ensures you can stitch it back together in minutes. Even if you don’t know how to sew, there’s always an aunt or bridesmaid who does.
8. Tide Pen
Spilled champagne? Makeup smudge? Food splatter during cocktail hour? A Tide pen will help you lift that stain before it sets. Keep it handy so your dress or suit stays picture-perfect.
7. White Chalk
Sometimes a Tide pen can’t do the trick, especially on a white dress. In a pinch, rubbing a little white chalk over the stain can help conceal it long enough to get you through the night (and the photos!).
6. Lighters
Whether it’s candles that need relighting or sparklers for your send-off, lighters are one of those things no one thinks about until you really need one. Throw a couple in your wedding day emergency kit and thank yourself later.
5. Your Favorite Guilty Pleasure Snack
Wedding day nerves can make you forget to eat, but low blood sugar is no joke. Pack your go-to snack; whether it’s chocolate, chips, or granola bars, so you’ve got fuel when you need it.
4. First Aid Kit
Blisters from new shoes, headaches from all the excitement, or a paper cut from last-minute décor setup… little things happen. A compact first aid kit ensures you’re ready for anything.
3. Pocket Pharmacy
Painkillers, antacids, allergy meds, motion sickness tablets — you never know what you or your bridal party might need. Keeping a mini pharmacy on hand helps you stay comfortable and focused on the celebration.
2. Tissues
Between heartfelt vows, emotional speeches, and surprise moments, there will be tears. Having tissues ready ensures you can dab away happy tears without smudging makeup.
1. Portable Charger/Power bank
Your phone is your timeline, communication tool, and memory keeper. A portable charger ensures you (or your planner) never run out of battery; especially important for last-minute texts or photo ops.
Why a Wedding Day Emergency Kit Matters
Think of your wedding day emergency kit as a little insurance policy for your peace of mind. You might not need every item inside, but having it close at hand means you’ll be ready for anything from a popped button to unexpected tears. At ThistleBEA, we know how important it is to feel prepared, which is why we carry fully stocked wedding day emergency kits in-store at 2276 Elgin Ave. Whether you build your own or pick up one of ours, having this kit on hand lets you focus on what truly matters; celebrating your love.