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Wedding day logistics: Emergency kits

A getting-ready kit, a ceremony kit and a venue bag, each carried by a named person.

The key points

  • Sewing kit and fashion tape
  • Pain relief and plasters
  • Snacks and water
  • Venue bag: tape, scissors, lighter

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What should be in a wedding day emergency kit?

Sewing kit, safety pins, fashion tape, stain remover, blister plasters, pain relief, deodorant, snacks, water, phone chargers and a lint roller. See the emergency kit checklist.

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What should be in a bridal emergency kit?

Sewing kit, safety pins, fashion tape, stain remover, blister plasters, pain relief, snacks, water, makeup touch-ups and a phone charger.

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Who carries the emergency kit?

The maid of honor, a planner or a coordinator — someone who stays close to the couple.

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When should I pack the wedding emergency kit?

About a week before the wedding, so you have time to buy anything missing.

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