Wedding Emergency Kit

Since the strangest things always happen at the most inappropriate times, here’s a little help in diverting those crises and keeping the day running smoothly. 

• By Charlotte Ann Moore

SCENARIO: IT'S THE FINAL MINUTES doctore your walk down the aisle. Your maid of hongs entrance. As she turns away, you are both horrified by Eives you one last, quick hug before she makes her the sound of her pantihose ripping.

Scenario: You and your groom anticipated a romantic, enchanting spring ceremony. What you didn't anticipate was your wedding day coinciding with the highest pollen count of the season.

Weddings are always full of surprises. Most of them are pleasant; however, the strangest things have a way of happening when you are the least prepared. Pack these items in a carry-on bag labeled “Wedding Emergency Kit” and keep it handy on your wedding day. You never know what disaster you’ll be averting!

• Non-allergic makeup remover

• Makeup / eye shadow / mascara

• Hair products: gel, hair spray, combs, pins

• Tampons / pads / painkillers

• Facial tissue

• Cold/allergy tablets

• Travel-size sewing kit (including an assortment of safety pins)

• Pantihose / dark socks (for groom and groomsmen)

• Nail glue / polish / remover / file

• Earring backs

• Toothpaste/ mouthwash / breath mints (the small kind)

• Cotton balls / swabs

• Antacid tablets

• Deodorant / body powder

• Cologne / after-shave / bodv lotion

• Instant glue / mini-stapler

• Extra car keys!