Wedding Day Emergency Kit
As much as we would like our wedding to go without a hitch, it pays to be ready for anything!
Whether you are a bride or a bridesmaid, consider putting together a wedding day emergency kit. It will save time because no one will need to make a last-minute trip from the church to a store, and it will definitely relieve stress to know that these handy items are within reach.
Start out small, picking up a few things from the list here and there while you're out, and it won't seem so overwhelming (or as expensive). But, rest assured, all of these suggestions will eventually be used since they are common, everyday items.
Here are a few ideas for things to put into your wedding day emergency kit?
* clear nail polish (to repair a manicure or run in pantyhose) * instant stain remover (such as a Tide pen) * safety pins * nail file or emery board * miniature sewing kit
* Insect repellent (for outdoor weddings or receptions - be sure to test its scent prior to the event so you don't end up smelling like the great outdoors)
* fabric tape
* scissors
* mints
* tampons and pads
* pain killers
* dental floss
* tweezers
* comb/brush
* hair spray
* hair pins/bobby pins
* antacid
* crackers (in case someone forgets to eat)
* batteries (in case digital cameras run out of juice)
* ink pen (for when it's time to sign the marriage license)
* a list of phone numbers for all of your wedding vendors and your attendants
* contact lens solution
Another handy item to have on hand (but it won't fit in the emergency kit) would be a barstool
without a back or sides. Once you've dressed the bride, she's bound to want to sit down before
the ceremony begins, but if she sits in a regular chair, she'll risk wrinkling.
Make sure that someone keeps the emergency kit handy throughout the day. The worst possible thing would be for someone to suddenly need something in the kit and then realise you didn't bring it into the church with you as the bridesmaids are getting ready, and have to send someone to dig through your car to find it.
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Wedding Day Nerves - How to Keep the Bride Calm
Wedding Day Nerves are very common and quite normal, but here are a few suggestions to help ensure that the bride is calm on the big day!
Tip #1 - Be Organised EarlyMake sure that you have everything ready at least one week in advance of the wedding day. Create an exact schedule of the day's events including what time wedding party members should arrive at the church or ceremony venue, a practice session applying your new makeup shades, an emergency kit with essentials (needle, thread, pantyhose, makeup, aspirin, tampons, contact lens solution, telephone numbers to reach all of your wedding vendors). Don't wait until the last minute to get anything waxed, plucked, tanned, permed or straightened!
Tip #2 Don't Micro Manage
Brides spend so much time planning the perfect wedding day that they often have trouble relaxing and letting go when it finally arrives. You've dreamed of this day for years, so enjoy it. Don't micromanage every detail. Trusting a wedding coordinator to handle the fine details can help the day run as smoothly as possible. They're more affordable than you might think, especially when you consider the time they'll save and the stress they'll prevent. If a pro is out of your budget, ask a friend or relative to act as coordinator. It needs to be someone other than the bride's mother so she can enjoy the day, as well.
Tip #3 Remember to DelegateDelegate! Bridesmaids aren't just for decoration! Make them earn that poufy dress. Traditionally, it's the chief bridesmaid's job to act as the bride's right arm so she should make sure the bride gets a good night's sleep the night before, drinks lots of water all day so she doesn't dehydrate, and help the bride get her wedding dress on.
Tip #4 Expect a Few Mishaps on the Day
The day wouldn't be complete without one or two little mishaps. What if your flower girl's little sister trots behind her, diligently picking up petals as fast as they fall? What if the best man drops your carats, sending guests hunting beneath pews? Or you both get the giggles? Enjoy it! Remind yourself these are the moments that will bring smiles to your grandkids' faces someday, when they ask to hear the fairy tale story of your wedding day.
If you follow these tips you may be able to help to prevent wedding day nerves and enjoy your big day all the more.
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