12 Things to Pack in Your Emergency Wedding Day Kit

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The day is FINALLY here! You've dreamed about your wedding day since you were a little kid (or as my Great Aunt Linda used to say, "knee high to a grasshopper"). You've made your lists, you've checked them twice. The wedding planner is good to go, the DJ knows what song to play when (and for exactly how many seconds), the caterer has the meal plan, the groomsmen have their tuxes and the decor items have been rented. You are ready!  But...are you?

I grew up hearing my dad say, "always expect the unexpected" and it has stuck with me through many different aspects of my life. No matter how much you've prepared, you can always find something that you need, but don't have. Don't panic! I'm here to give you my top 12 Things to Pack in your emergency wedding day kit so that you're prepared for anything! Well, maybe not the apocalypse, but you get the idea.

1. Band-aids. Ever had a shoe rub the back of your heel raw? Whether you need it, or one of your bridesmaids is in need of a little bandage, you've got it packed and ready for the booboo! You can even go all out and bring a tiny first aid kit, complete with tylenol, midol, ibuprofen, etc. 
2. Bobby pins. You'll have around 100 in your hair (give or take a few), but if that one pesky hair gets into your face one. more. time..... bobby pin to the rescue!
3. Mints. You're going to be snacking and talking throughout the day. Some vendors, such as your make up artist and hair stylist, will be pretty much in your face for over an hour. Do them a favor and smell minty fresh.
4. Deoderant. You'll apply and reapply. There's a lot of stress going into the biggest event of your life!
5. Hand sanitizer. You're more than likely going to shake a dozen or more hands during your event. Stop the spread of germs with your own little bottle of hand sanitizer. Bonus points if your wedding dress has pockets!
6. Kleenexes. Your grandma's going to cry. The flower girl's going to sneeze. Be prepared.
7. Sewing Kit. As a wedding venue owner, I've had several folks ask to use our sewing kit - a button popped off the groom's vest, the lace tore a little on your wedding gown while you were putting it on, the officiant's watch got caught in his pants pocket and ripped a hole in his trousers...trust me, it all can happen!
8. Stain Remover. Sometimes little ring bearers have been known to snack on a lollipop right before walking down the aisle. Have a Tide Stick ready to go, so your pictures can be "spotless!" (like what I did there?)
9. Fashion tape. Nobody wants a wardrobe malfunction out there on the dance floor!
10. Make-up. You're going to want to touch up during the event. Keep it simple with concealer, lipgloss and mascara.
11. A Change of Clothes/Shoes. Have something comfy to change into at the end of the night. Or, if you're not a heel person and rather dance the night away in some flats, be sure to have them packed up and ready to go!
12. Handheld Fan. This can be used to help dry your makeup, cool off menopausal Aunt Josephine or even come in handy with those clammy hands and armpits!

What are some items that you would pack?

If you'd like to learn more about my venue, The Barn at Heritage Farm, located in the foothills of the Yadkin Valley Wine Region of Surry County, North Carolina, check out our website at www.thebarnatheritagefarm.com. You can find our availability, pricing information and ways to contact us to schedule a tour! We host indoor and outdoor ceremonies, provide picturesque views and book year-round. We would love to show you around and answer any questions you may have. Happy Wedding Planning!