Wedding Emergency Kit: What You Should Have Ready on Your Big Day

As a wedding planner, I never attend a wedding without my emergency kit! There hasn’t been a single wedding day where I didn’t need at least one item from my magic box. I highly recommend that every couple — especially those without a wedding planner — prepare a small emergency kit for the big day. But what should go inside?

Here’s a helpful checklist:

1. Practical Essentials
During setup, getting ready, and transitions throughout the day, there are always small things that might be missing.
These tools save the day more often than you’d expect:

  • tape (regular + double-sided)
  • sewing kit
  • safety pins
  • pens
  • scissors
  • lighter

2. Hygiene & Medical Items
Wedding days are long — and in summer, often very hot!
Feet start hurting, the sun brings headaches, and dancing leads to sweating.
These items help avoid discomfort:

  • plasters + blister patches
  • sunscreen
  • painkillers
  • sheer tights
  • deodorant
  • tampons or pads
  • glucose tablets
  • insect repellent
  • chewing gum
  • hair ties
  • tissues
  • lint roller
  • hairspray

3. Tech Items
Technical problems happen — and usually at the worst moment.
To stay prepared:

  • batteries
  • charging cables
  • power bank

4. Wedding Planner Extras
As a planner, I always carry a few special extras in case the couple forgot something or the moment calls for it:

  • bubbles
  • sparklers
  • glitter pens (guestbook)
  • ring pillow
  • vase for the bridal bouquet

A well-prepared emergency kit ensures that small “oopsies” don’t become big problems.

If you’re working with a wedding planner, you won’t need to think about all of this — but a little personal preparation is always a good idea to keep your day running smoothly.

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