Bridesmaid Survival Kit 101 For Type A Bridesmaids
You might want to make a checklist
A bridesmaid’s job isn’t easy. From learning the choreography to a 10-song medley to planning shoe heists, being a bridesmaid is practically a full-time job. If you are a bridesmaid-to-be with no time to rest and a TO-DO list that just keeps getting longer, we are here to make your life just a little easier. Here’s the list of things to keep in your Bridesmaid Survival Kit, from the just-in-case-stuff, to the stuff you’ll definitely need!
What To Keep In Your Bridesmaid Survival Kit
Earring Stoppers
Bridesmaids, picture this: you’re at the wedding, having a great time, dancing the night away, and you drop your earring stopper and can’t seem to find it. This scenario has the potential to single-handedly ruin your night. You’ll have no option but to get rid of your earrings, unless you’re smart enough to carry extra pairs!
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Fabric Glue/Fashion Tapes
From the Baraat to the pheras, an Indian wedding typically lasts for 8-10 hours. And while your make-up will need retouching for sure, your outfit might need some fixing as well. If you have secured your outfit in place with fabric glue, you should be carrying it in your survival kit as well, in case it loses adhesion in a couple of hours.
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Numbing Cream
Using over-the-counter numbing cream for your feet is a super effective way to ease the pain of wearing uncomfortable shoes, since the anesthetics in them temporarily block the sensation of pain. There’s a good chance that you’re planning to wear uncomfortable high highs for the night; in which case, numbing cream is a must.
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Bobby Pins
Only women know the misery of wearing a hundred bobby pins in their hair, and still have their hair fall apart by the morning. Lesson to be learnt: no amount of bobby pins are ever enough. Carry extras!
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Safety Pins
Just like bobby pins, you can never have too many safety pins. Whether it’s for having the pleats of your sari stay put, or for having the dupatta of your lehenga stay in place, safety pins will come in handy in a bunch of different scenarios.
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Needle and Thread
To avoid a fashion faux pas, a woman must carry a needle and thread with her at all times. Apart from carrying a thread in the colour of your outfit, you can be a girl’s girl and carry it in some other basic colours as well, in case any of your girlfriend's outfits need some fixing!
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Power Bank
Needless to say, it’s going to be a long night. The last thing you want is to have your phone die without battery backup!
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Blotting Paper Sheets
Oily skin girlies, you might want to get these. Because nobody wants excess oil ruining their pictures.
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Q-Tips
Q-tips come in handy for wiping off make-up smudges and fixing creasing—things that are bound to happen a couple of hours into the night!
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Lash Glue
If you’re going to be wearing false lashes to the event, carrying a lash glue with you is a non-negotiable. You don’t want to be roaming around with your falsies falling out, after all.
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Breath Mints
At a typical Indian wedding you’ll probably be munching on lots of food with garlic in it. Make sure you have breath mints handy to avoid bad breath.
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Tampons
Getting your period unexpectedly can single-handedly ruin your vibe. As much as you might want to avoid it, you must stay prepared, just in case.
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Make-up for Retouching
This one is a no-brainer. Don't forget to carry the basics: a mascara, concealer, and lipstick in the shade that you're wearing.