It’s better to be safe then sorry! Since you never know what unexpected events may happen on your big day, we have prepared a list of “must haves” for you to keep on hand for those “just in case” moments. Pack the following items in a large portable tote bag or Rubbermaid type bin, you’ll be glad you did!
Small sewing kit Aspirin/Tylenol $20 (you never know what you may need it for) Coins (parking meters, vending machines, etc.) Visine Tweezers Touch up make-up* Safety pins* Straight pins Small scissors Small can of hair spray (for both hair and stopping minor hosiery runs)* Extra buttons Hair pins Tissue Cotton balls Cotton swabs Band aids Small snacks (i.e.. crackers, granola bars, dried fruit, etc.) Breath mints* Small bottle of water Brush/comb for hair touchups* Disposable camera for candid shots Small portable mirror* Travel size bottle of bride’s favorite perfume Hand lotion Dental floss Crazy Glue Touch up fingernail & toenail polish* Clear nail polish (for hosiery runs)* Nail file* Nail clippers Extra panty hose* Extra suitable pair of earrings for the bride (in case she should happen to lose one of her original pair) Extra earring backs* Local taxi company phone number (just in case) List of wedding vendors and phone numbers (should you need to contact one of them) Cell phone numbers of those in the wedding party and family Baby wipes Shoe polish Scotch tape Corsage pins Chalk (to cover last minute smudges on gown) Sedatives (use sparingly if absolutely needed, we don’t want a bride with noodle knees!) Hem tape Spot remover Matches Wrinkle out spray Straws (for the bride to sip something to drink without smudging lipstick) Smelling salts Sanitary supplies* Handkerchief*
* Maid of honor should keep these items in an evening bag on hand for the bride.