I love lists, check off lists, post-it notes, to do lists, yah, you get the picture! So I have to share with you one of the all time most important lists you should have for you wedding day, bar/bat mitzvah, or any other large event. The "911 bag" a.k.a. wedding emergency kit, is like your survivor bag. Something you don't want to forget!
What is in MY kit:
- clear nail polish & remover
- emery board
- nail clippers
- hair spray (non scented)
- bobby pins
- hair elastics
- hand lotion
- body spray
- mirror
- nail glue or super glue
- hair brush
- baby powder
- corsage pins
- cotton ball swabs & Q-tips
- extra earring backs
- lint brush
- sewing kit, scissors, safety pins
- spot remover
- static spray-or extra hair spray
- duct tape, masking tape, double sided tape, scotch tape
- notebook and pens
- tissues
- moist towelettes (wipeys)
- permanent marker
- dental floss
- mini toothbrush
- mouthwash
- pads/tampons/liners
- deodorant
- sunscreen
- band-aids
- basic first aid kit
- antacids
- aspirin/ibuprofen
- mints
- straws
- light snacks
- mini stapler
- white gloves for wiping or handling glass vases
- nylons
- wine opener
- bug spray
- oil absorbing sheets for face
- condoms
What YOU should bring:
- wedding dress, veil and headpiece
- shoes, hosiery and undergarments
- jewelry
- something old, new, borrowed and blue
- HANDKERCHIEFS!
- gloves, if wearing
- copies of vendor and bridal party contact list and timeline for the day
- wedding programs, if you haven’t already delivered them to the ceremony site
- wedding favors, if you haven’t already delivered them to the reception site
- marriage license
- roll of quarters
- extra cash
- driver's license/photo ID
- wedding bands and ring bearer pillow
- suitcase, airline tickets and passports if you’re leaving for your honeymoon from the reception
- gift and card for groom or bride if planning to exchange
- gifts for bridal party if planning to give on the wedding day
- copy of your wedding toast, if you are planning to make a speech
- copy of your wedding vows, if you’re writing your own
- envelopes with tips for vendors
- wash cloth
- blow dryer
- portable steamer
- bottled water
- umbrellas (see below)
- extra earring backs
- extra corsage pins
- 5 hour energy shots
Here is a nice bathroom basket filled with goodies!
If you think your wedding may have an overcast forecast or chance for rain, you should prepare and buy a lot of umbrellas. Having matching umbrellas is adorable and this clear style is super simple and chic.
these are so clutch day-of!
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