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Wedding Emergency Kit: Everything You Might Need on Wedding Day

  • Writer: Allyson Brooks
    Allyson Brooks
  • 5 days ago
  • 4 min read

How to build a wedding emergency kit like a pro wedding planner


You’re getting ready for one of the most important days of your life. Your dress is stunning, your timeline is set, your bridal party is buzzing with excitement, and everything feels like it is falling into place.


Then it happens. A strap breaks. A boutonniere falls apart. A zipper gets stuck. Someone’s too hungover to function or gets foundation on their dress.


This is exactly why every professional wedding planner comes prepared with a complete wedding emergency kit. It’s a wedding day necessity.


At The Social Edit, we carry a fully stocked kit to every wedding to keep the day calm and seamless. Today, we’re giving you a sneak peek into everything you need to build one for yourself so you feel confident, organized, and stress free.



What Is a Wedding Emergency Kit?



A wedding emergency kit is a curated collection of tools, beauty items, repair essentials, and comfort supplies designed to handle unexpected challenges quickly.


Weddings flow smoothly when small problems are resolved immediately, and that is exactly what your kit helps you do.



Why You Need a Wedding Emergency Kit


Even with perfect planning, weddings include many moving parts. A well stocked emergency kit gives you:


  • Peace of mind

  • Quick solutions for common issues

  • A smoother timeline

  • Support for your bridal party and family

  • Protection from stress or delays

  • Confidence that you can handle anything



The Ultimate Wedding Emergency Kit Checklist


This is exactly what we carry in our professional kit at The Social Edit. Use it to build your

own or as a reference for assigning items to your bridal party.


Essential Repair Tools


These items solve the most common wedding day wardrobe and decor problems.


  • Stitch gun

  • Fabric tape

  • Double sided heavy duty tape

  • Hot glue gun

  • Zip ties

  • Safety pins

  • Fabric scissors

  • Regular scissors

  • Clear nail polish for small fabric fixes

  • Velcro strips

  • Super glue

  • Extra buttons

  • Lint roller


Hair and Beauty Essentials


These help keep everyone looking polished throughout the entire day.


  • Bobby pins

  • Hair ties

  • Hair spray

  • Hair gel

  • Mini comb or brush

  • Lash glue

  • Eyelash spoolies

  • Makeup remover wipes

  • Blotting papers

  • Touch up powder

  • Small mirror

  • Lip balm

  • Mini deodorant


Floral and Boutonniere Fix Supplies


Boutonnieres and floral pieces often need reinforcement.


  • Boutonniere pins

  • Floral tape

  • Ribbon for quick repairs

  • Small clippers

  •  Zip Ties


Ceremony and Reception Tools


These items help manage decor, logistics, and wedding party needs.


  • Cake cutting set

  • Sharpies

  • Pens

  • Lighters

  • Extension cords

  • Phone chargers

  • Portable charger

  • Extra copies of your timeline

  • Tape

  • Ziplock bags for small items


Health and Comfort Essentials


A comfortable wedding party is a happy wedding party. Pack these items to prevent discomfort or minor emergencies.


  • First aid kit

  • Bandaids

  • Blister patches

  • Pain reliever

  • Allergy medicine

  • Tissues

  • Eye drops

  • Hydration packets

  • Snacks

  • Water bottles

  • Stain remover pen


Bonus Items Brides Often Forget


These small additions make a big difference.


  • Straw for drinking without smudging lipstick

  • Comfortable flats or sandals

  • Extra jewelry backs

  • Makeup sponges

  • Sewing chalk or fabric pencil

  • Foldable fan for outdoor weddings

  • Hand sanitizer

  • Extra veil comb

  • Dress or veil weights for windy weather



How to Assemble Your Kit


Here is how to put together your emergency kit in a clean, efficient, and organized way:


  1. Choose a durable bag or box. A clear organizer or toolbox works well.

  2. Use smaller pouches inside. Separate items into categories such as beauty, tools, and comfort.

  3. Label everything. This makes items easy to find quickly.

  4. Stock up on travel size items. They save space and reduce weight.

  5. Prepare it one week before your wedding. Give yourself time to fill in missing items.


Where to Keep Your Wedding Emergency Kit


Placement matters. You need the kit close enough to grab quickly when something happens.


Best places to keep your kit include:


  • The getting ready suite

  • With your wedding planner or coordinator

  • With your maid of honor

  • Near the ceremony entrance

  • Near the reception setup area

  • With your photo team during portraits


Choose a responsible person to be in charge so you do not have to think about it.


When You Will Actually Use Your Kit


Most wedding emergency kits are used more often than couples expect. It is common to use items during:


  • Getting ready

  • Bridal portraits

  • Wedding party photos

  • Ceremony lining up

  • Reception setup

  • Dance floor moments


Typical uses include fixing loose hems, adjusting bouquets, repairing boutonniere pins, touching up makeup, and helping guests with blisters or headaches.



Let The Social Edit Handle the Details


At The Social Edit, we arrive at every wedding fully prepared with a complete professional emergency kit and a calm, organized system for handling anything that might arise.


From full service planning to day of coordination, our team ensures your day feels polished, stress free, and beautifully intentional.


If you want a wedding day where every detail is handled for you, we would love to support you.


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