Rescue in Need: The Ultimate Wedding Emergency Kit

We have put together a comprehensive list that goes far beyond the usual. Learn which utensils belong in the maid of honor's bag, what the groom should have at hand, and why a small set in the location's toilets can work wonders. With our checklist, you are armed for (almost) all eventualities.

Tears of emotion are beautiful but can ruin the makeup. Therefore, your set absolutely must include:

• Waterproof makeup for touch-ups: powder against shine, lipstick, and mascara.
• Hairspray and Bobby Pins: to immediately fix loose strands again.
• Deodorant and Perfume: to stay fresh all day and evening.
• Tissues: you can never have enough of them – for you and the moved guests.
  
  A small pocket mirror helps to quickly check the fit of the hairstyle in between. Also think of refreshing wipes for the hands, especially after the many congratulations. This way, you feel comfortable in your skin all day long.

Clothing emergencies often happen at the most inconvenient moment. A small sewing kit with thread in the colors of your clothing (white/cream and black/dark blue) is mandatory. Safety pins in different sizes are the fastest rescuers for a torn button or a tear in the hem.

Particularly important: a stain remover or cleaning wipes that are also suitable for sensitive fabrics like silk. A small lint roller helps against lint on dark suits. For the shoes, you should definitely plan for blister plasters and possibly gel insoles. Nothing spoils the desire to dance faster than aching feet. A pair of flat replacement shoes (ballerinas or sneakers) for the later evening should also be at hand.

The excitement and lack of sleep before the wedding can lead to headaches. A pack of painkillers should therefore always be with you. Also remedies for heartburn or a squeamish stomach (often due to too little food and a lot of champagne) are sensible.

Think of:

• Plasters: In different sizes.
• Mints or chewing gums: For fresh breath before the kiss and the photos.
• Eye drops: Against red or dry eyes.
• Dextrose: For the quick energy kick in between.
  
  If you take medication regularly, make sure a sufficient ration is included in the emergency kit. Also inform your best man/maid of honor where the kit can be found so they can react quickly if necessary.

In today's digital world, technology must not be missing either. A fully charged power bank with the matching cables ensures that your cell phones (and those of the best man/maid of honor) hold out all day. Even if you don't need the cell phone at the altar, it is often indispensable for the coordination of the service providers.

Place a printed list with the phone numbers of all important service providers (florist, catering, DJ, photographer) in the set. Should a cell phone fail, you still have access to the contacts. At SavePaper.work, we recommend also storing this list digitally in your archive. A small umbrella (ideally transparent for photos) should also be ready in the car or near the location – just in case.

A great trend is to set up small emergency baskets in the location's toilets. Equip these with things your guests will appreciate:

1. Deodorant spray (no roller for hygienic reasons).
2. Hand cream.
3. Chewing gums.
4. Hairspray and hair ties.
5. Feminine hygiene products.
6. Headache tablets (please observe the legal situation/notes here).
7. Plasters.
   
   The guests will love this small service and it shows how much you care about their well-being. It's often these small details that make a wedding go from 'beautiful' to 'unforgettable'.