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- The bobby pins you “notice”
at noon,
may lead to a splitting headache by 5 pm. A pain reliever like Advil® can prevent
the problem.
- Get rid of sticky hairspray over-spray on your skin with the Purell®
Hand Sanitizing Wipe.
- Most bridal attire is heavily stain-guarded. In the unlucky event of a spill, don’t panic,
and don’t reach for the stain remover. Pour bottled water onto the white washcloth
and blot the soiled area. Blot dry with a dry corner of the washcloth.
- For stubborn spills on your white
bridal gown, let the spot dry and then rub the white chalk gently over it to camouflage
the spill.
- Tweezers make a great
stand-in for needle-nosed pliers to make repairs zippers, hooks, and decorations.
- It’s important to stay hydrated
on your wedding day, so drink plenty of water and use the drinking straw to keep
your lipstick or gloss picture-perfect.
- You only need three things to survive wedding day photos: lipstick
or gloss, blotting papers, and drinking water. Keep them nearby and use them often.
- Bustling
your train for the reception? Ties, buttons, and hooks often give out before the night is over. Keep the safety pins handy for easy repairs.
Consider choosing a personal attendant for your wedding day. She should be organized, responsible, level-headed,
and a great problem solver. Ideally, she will accompany you throughout the day — to hair or makeup appointments, while
getting ready, through photos, etc. Let her attend to last-minute details, like final payments to vendors. A good personal
attendant will allow you to enjoy your wedding day to the fullest.
Some things are just better when they are your own. Remember to pack your hairbrush, toothbrush,
and perfume for the big day.
Your wedding day is, inevitably, a long one. Consider making arrangements for a light lunch for the bridal party
to be served while getting ready or during photography down-times. At a minimum, make nutritious snacks like granola bars,
protein bars, and fruit available. Remember to eat a bit, yourself — fainting during the ceremony probably isn’t
the lasting impression you had in mind.
Want to be able to dance, dance, dance at your reception? Slip a pair of comfortable flats or ballet slippers into
your reception bag. Nothing will sideline you faster than sore feet.
Although this day is all about you and your husband, the two of you won’t have much time
alone together. If you choose to see one another before the ceremony, make arrangements to meet privately for a few minutes
before you begin photos. Or, consider traveling from the ceremony to the reception in a private car to give yourselves a few
minutes to reflect on your new titles of Mr. and Mrs.
- Even if you were a small child the last time you had help using
the restroom, you should consider the possibility that maneuvering a full-skirted bridal gown is more than a one-woman job. Assign a close friend (or two) to bathroom duty to assist
in your time of need.
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