Why You Need a Wedding Day Fashion Essentials Kit & What to Include

You’ve spent months (or maybe years!) planning your wedding and making sure that all of the items in your wedding checklist—from the flowers to the signage—are perfect. But all of the sudden, disaster strikes! Whether it’s that your dress suddenly has a fabric tear or your up-do is unraveling fast, every wedding needs at least one wedding day emergency kit to allow the bridal party to handle the unexpected with ease. Typically, your bridal stylist or your maid of honor keeps the wedding emergency kit close at hand with emergency supplies that could come in handy throughout the day.

We can’t guarantee that these items will fix every problem, but it should be enough to at least tackle the little things and help your wedding go off without a hitch. These necessary but often overlooked items are all included in our Wedding Day Fashion Essentials Kit:

Robe

The bridal party needs a comfortable and Instagrammable robe slip on and wear while getting ready for the big day.

Slippers or ballet flats

You’re going to want a comfortable pair of indoor/outdoor shoes to get ready in and change into after a long day of standing and dancing in your heels.

Hair ties, scrunchies, or clips

Keep your hair out of your face while getting ready or throw it up while dancing the night away.

Dry shampoo/baby powder

Powder will help to absorb that extra moisture from a hot day or a crowded room. It can also be used to keep beaded bodices from chafing the bride’s chest and underarms.

Deodorant

It’s called a big day for a reason. You may start the day smelling great, but reapplication will probably be necessary (especially during a night of dancing).

Jewelry box or bag

Ensure your fine baubles are safe and protected throughout the day.

Nail file

Just in case you nail polish chips or a nail gets caught on something. Stocking the kit with whatever nail polish shades the bride and bridesmaids are wearing plus a clear topcoat is also important.

Tampons and Pads

Even if you don't think you'll need them, someone in your bridal party might. No one wants to stress out about making a pharmacy run mid-reception to avoid any leaking, so have a good supply just in case. 

Sewing kit

Ours includes a paper ruler, 6 white buttons, 4 sewing needles, needle threader, 2 pearl head pins, safety pin, mini scissors, metal thimble, and 7 colors of sewing thread for any emergency fabric rips or tears.

Oil blotting papers

These are a necessity to help absorb shine and oil throughout the day.

Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and mints

While it may not feel like a wedding day emergency at the time, having bad breath or food stuck in your teeth can really ruin your confidence and photos. Be sure to check your smile (and everyone else’s!) each time you eat.

Lip balm

Lips can become dry, which will cause lipstick to appear uneven and talking (or smooching) to become uncomfortable.

Drinking straw

Everyone needs to stay hydrated, and straws let your lipstick stay intact.

Bandages

It's better to be safe than sorry!

Fashion Double Sided Tape

If a hem starts to fall or a bodice starts to slip, fabric tape can keep it in place when safety pins can’t.

Toe Protectors

Perfect for reducing a corn between toes or relieving pain caused by toe rubbing.

Tissues

These are one of those multi-use items that are good for anything from wiping away happy tears to any accidental eye pokes with the mascara wand or an eyeliner pencil.

Lint Roller

A must have! Easily remove pet hair and lint from your garments.

Stain Remover Towelette Wipes

Another must-have, just in case something gets spilled on any important article of clothing—especially the bride’s dress. Instantly removes and treats tough stains from garments.

Additionally, you may to include these items packed in a tote bag as they may come in handy throughout the day.

Bobby Pins

Once your hairstylist has left, you'll be thankful to have these truly essential items on hand. Your brush or comb, and hairspray are also good additions.

Cash

This may not seem necessary, but when you realize you forgot the DJ's tip, cash will definitely come in handy.

Extra Earring Backs

It's not uncommon for these to go missing, so stash a couple in your kit to make sure that the next thing that disappears isn’t the earring itself.

Eye Drops

A must-have if the wedding is outside since pollen and budding flowers can irritate eyes and ruin makeup. If the bride or groom wears contacts, it is important to have an extra pair and solution on hand also.

Snacks

A quick and easy snack that will not easily spill or stain anyone's dress is essential. Food is definitely one of those items that you might not think about but is essential in any emergency kit for brides. 

Lighter

If any fabric starts to fray, you can burn the end to stop it from unraveling—just be careful not to burn too much. A lighter can also come in handy if any candles or sparklers need to be relit.

Hand and body lotion or oil

You’ll feel more confident and comfortable after rehydrating dry or itchy patches of skin.

Medication

Your pain reliever of choice and any prescription drugs are a must-have in your emergency bridal kit. Additionally, medicines for indigestion, allergies, and headaches should also be included.

Mirror

A small mirror can help you fix makeup or stray hairs when you can't get to the bathroom to do so. Makeup compact mirrors are sometimes dingy with stray powder, so having a designated mirror can help. 

Phone charger

Taking photos, posting on social media, and surfing the web while you get your hair and makeup done can drain your battery up faster than you'd expect. This might also be the perfect time to invest in some portable power banks, in case you aren’t close to an outlet when your phone hits low battery mode. 

Disposable razor

It may seem ridiculous, but someone in the bridal party may have missed a spot while preparing for the big day. You can also use a razor in a pinch to clean up pilling on clothing.

Tweezer

Much like the razor, you never know when you'll need to get rid of a stray hair or two. Tweezers also fit into small places such as buttonholes if you need to fix one.

Sunscreen

Even if the wedding is inside, the wedding party may be outside for photos. Depending on your climate, bug spray may also be necessary. Make sure both products are unscented and opt for sprays to avoid potential lotion streaks.

Super Glue

A truly magical product, this can fix shoes, jewelry, headpieces, and everything in between.

Water bottles

There should be water available in your getting ready room and at the reception. But if someone needs a drink on the way to the ceremony or right before pictures, there may not be a bottle on hand other than in your kit.

White Chalk

If something does get on the wedding dress and won’t come out, you can usually cover the stain with chalk in a pinch.

While this list may seem a little excessive, remember that it’s always better to be overprepared rather than under. Plus, these items may not help you, but they could come in handy for someone in the bridal party. Remember, you can check in with your stylist and ask any questions specifically about your outfit and bridal party look. We’re here for you!