What to Pack in Your Wedding Day Emergency Kit


Your dress is on. Hair and makeup are done. You’re five minutes from walking out the door when someone steps on your veil and rips the lace. I’ve seen it. I’ve also seen broken zippers, lipstick stains, blisters, wind that ruins a fresh blowout, and forgotten deodorant. Wedding days move fast, and small problems don’t wait. That’s why you need an emergency kit.


Here’s what to bring so you stay calm, comfortable, and ready for whatever happens.

Clothing Fixes


  • Mini sewing kit — for loose buttons, broken straps, or ripped hems
  • Safety pins — quick backup when sewing isn’t practical
  • Double-sided tape — keeps necklines, hems, and straps in place
  • Stain remover pen — makeup, wine, grass, food
  • Lint roller — especially useful with dark suits or shedding florals


Touch-Up kit


  • Blotting papers — remove shine without adding texture
  • Lipstick or balm — match what you’re wearing
  • Hairspray and bobby pins — for wind, humidity, or flyaways
  • Mirror — don’t rely on your phone
  • Deodorant — use solid, not spray
  • Concealer and powder — for mid-day touch-ups

Comfort & Care


  • Pain reliever — headaches, cramps, and sore feet are common
  • Band-aids — especially for new or high-heeled shoes
  • Tissues — for tears or makeup smudges
  • Antacids — adrenaline and catering don’t always mix
  • Eye drops — for contacts, allergies, or dry venues
  • Snacks — small, non-messy, with protein
  • Water — bring a bottle, not just a champagne glass

Essentials You'll Forget


  • Phone charger or portable battery — your phone will be busy all day
  • Straws — avoid ruining your lipstick
  • Flat shoes or flip-flops — for dancing or walking between photo spots
  • Timeline and vendor contacts — in print or saved to someone else’s phone

Final Thought


Give this kit to someone you trust. A planner, a sibling, a bridesmaid. Someone who can grab it when you need it without asking questions.


As a wedding photographer, I’ve seen nearly every type of wedding-day problem play out in real time. The couples who stay calm are the ones who plan ahead. If you want candid, honest photos that feel like you, I can help with that too. I photograph weddings across the Hudson Valley, Catskills, Westchester, and beyond. Want to talk through your plans? Reach out here and let’s make it easy.

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