After 15 years in the wedding industry and over 1,000 events under our belt, we’ve seen it all—and we mean all. From last-minute dress fixes to unexpected weather mishaps, having a well-stocked wedding day emergency kit can be a total lifesaver. Whether you’re the bride, a bridesmaid, or the wedding planner, you never know what you might need in the moment. That’s why we’ve put together our ultimate master list of must-have items to keep your day running smoothly. Trust us, you’ll want to bookmark this one!
A wedding day emergency kit is a collection of essential items designed to handle any unexpected mishaps that might pop up throughout the day. Think of it as your wedding day survival kit—filled with everything from fashion fixes (hello, safety pins and fashion tape) to beauty touch-ups, medical supplies, and even a few unexpected lifesavers like a mini sewing kit or stain remover. No matter how much planning goes into your big day, surprises can happen, and having a well-prepared kit ensures that small issues don’t turn into major stressors. The good news? If you hire Stunning & Brilliant Events, we always have one on-site, so you don’t have to worry about a thing!
Our Master List
When it comes to wedding day emergencies, we believe in being over-prepared rather than underprepared! Our team always has a fully stocked emergency kit on-site to handle any last-minute surprises, from wardrobe malfunctions to beauty touch-ups and even unexpected spills. This graphic breaks down everything we keep in our kit as professional wedding planners, ensuring that every detail is covered so you can enjoy a stress-free day. Want to build your own? We’ve made it easy—shop all the must-have items directly from our Amazon list here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/stunningandbrilliantevents.
Keep it Organized
With all these small but essential items, it’s easy for things to get lost in the bottom of a tote or jumbled in a random bag. That’s why we recommend using a photographer’s backpack to keep everything organized. These backpacks come with adjustable padded slots (originally designed for camera lenses) that are perfect for neatly storing emergency kit essentials like a sewing kit, Tide To Go pen, and extra vow copies. Plus, they’re easy to carry and keep everything easily accessible when you need it most. Staying organized means you can grab what you need in seconds—no digging required!
Now that you’ve got the ultimate checklist and our best tips for keeping it organized, it’s time to build your wedding day emergency kit! Trust us—having these essentials on hand will give you peace of mind and keep your big day running smoothly. And if you want to make it even easier, check out our curated Amazon list to grab everything in one go. Happy planning, and here’s to a stress-free wedding day!
