Bridal Survival

Regardless of its level of complexity, the bridal emergency kit represents an ever-present backstage attendance. Across the world, the more innovative bridal business players are punting the power of one - all-inclusive emergency packages that come in an assortment of satchels, vanity cases and pretty baskets. Another novelty is the extension of the first aid concept to the needs of the groom.

But, for those bridesmaids who are tasked with hunting and gathering from scratch, here is a list of the basic elements, interspersed with some of the not-so-obvious:

APPEARANCE

-Nail file/nail clippers
-Hair brush
-Hair clips
-Tissues
-Bottle/cooler of water
-Straws (to use when drinking so as not to smudge lipstick)
-Tweezers
-Makeup
-Mirror

TOILETRIES

-Hairspray
-Eye drops
-Aspirin
-Travel size deodorant and toothbrush
-Band aid
-Tampons
-Perfume
-Mouthwash
-Contact lens solution
-Anti-histamine


JUST IN CASE

-Sublock
-Sunglasses
-Breath mints
-Clear nail polish (recommended for stopping runs in pantyhose)
-Static guard
-Earring backs
-Baby powder
-White chalk (to conceal any spots that might show on your dress at the last minute)
-Umbrella

WORST CASE SCENARIO

-Extra pantyhose
-Masking tape
-Sewing kit (scissor, thread matching wedding gown, needles)
-Stain remover
-Extra cell phone battery
-Cash


The purpose of the first aid bridal kit may be self-evident, but its value is immeasurable. The age old dictum - Prevention is better than cure – applies just as stringently to a wedding scenario, and its outcome may be just as dramatic as a life or death eventuality.

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