Even during the most well-planned weddings, brides should expect at least a few last-minute hiccups. Under the extraordinary pressure of the occasion, even small problems, like chipped nails and broken threads, can turn into full-blown disasters if solutions aren’t close at hand. To avoid unnecessary stress, follow our wedding-day survival-kit checklist to ensure your dream wedding goes off without a hitch. (Tip: We recommend keeping all these items in one place, like in a tote bag or repurposed makeup case, and entrusting you matron or maid of honor to stash your “just-in-case” items someplace where they can be accessed immediately if needed.)

Must-Have For Your Wardrobe

Chalk (to cover smears on your wedding dress)
Colored Nail Polish (in the same color as the one you’re wearing on the wedding day)
Clear Nail Polish (to fix stocking runs)
Corsage Pins
Extra Earring Back
Panty Hose
Hair Pins/Ponytail Holder (bring a variety for different hair colors)
Hem Tape
Safety Pins
Scissors
A Knife
Mini Sewing Kit
Scotch Tape
Shout Wipes and Pens
Static-Cling Spray
Fast-Drying Krazy Glue (to fix a broken heel or piece of jewelry)

Must-Haves For Your Body

Aspirin, Tylenol, and Midol
Mild Sedatives
Smelling Salts (in case someone faints)
Band-Aids
Floss/Toothpicks
Eye Drops
Baby Powder
Deodorant
Tissues (for tears and lipstick on teeth)
Straws (so bridal party can drink without messing up their makeup)
Tweezers
Q-Tips
Breath-Mints/Mouthwash
Small Mirror
Nail File/Nail Clippers
Perfume
Extra Makeup for Touch-ups
Tampons
Sunblock
High-Protein Granola Bars (better than ones with lots of sugar)
LOTS of water!

“Because You Just Never Know” Must-Haves

Cell Phone
Disposable Camera
ID/Driver’s License
Matches/Lighter
$20 in Cash
Duct Tape (it really is great for everything)
Fake Wedding Rings (in case the Best Man forgets!)

Conclusion

There are a million things that can happen during your wedding day. No matter how prepared you are, something is bound to go wrong or not as planned. You’re going to be so busy that your head will be spinning, so making sure you’ve created a wedding day emergency checklist will go a long way to keeping you prepared, and a little more sane.