Wedding-day supply checklist for brides

Hairy situations

Whether you choose a glamorous updo or long, soft waves, the right styling products can keep your bridal hairstyle looking gorgeous all day long. After a long day in the sun or a few hours of showing off your sweet moves on the dance floor, though, your lovely locks might need a pick-me-up. Put these hair essentials in your wedding day survival kit:

Got a case of the frizzies after getting jiggy on the dance floor? Tame your unruly locks with a dab of hair-smoothing serum. Just rub a bit in the palm of your hand and work through your hair for a beautiful, silky shine that will last all night long.

Bridal beauty

Wedding makeup is a completely different animal than day-to-day makeup. You need to pick products that will look stunning in photographs but have the staying power to last all day long. Waterproof mascara, continuous-color lipstick and a high-quality foundation are all excellent choices to get that all-day elegant bridal look. Choose a foundation that does not have SPF in it; such products can make your face look shiny in photographs.

Keep that gorgeous bridal glow by stocking your survival kit with all the essential bridal beauty products listed below. A quick touchup with blotting papers and translucent face powder banishes shine. To keep your lips camera-ready, don't stop to reapply lipstick; just add a dab of gloss. If you're feeling a little sweaty before you walk down the aisle, dab under your arms with some blotting papers.

Clothing crises

Your dress is picture perfect, and so are you. But what happens if your sister's 2-year-old accidentally crashes into you while carrying a kiddie cup full of grape juice? Or if the heel suddenly breaks off your brand-new pair of Jimmy Choos?

The items in this list will help keep you on top of your game. A small stick of stain remover and a little chalk will cover up almost any small stain on your white gown. Keep a spare pair of heels ready just in case. Keep a flat pair of shoes on hand for later in the day when your dogs are tired out. Pack a small sewing kit in case a strap snaps or a button comes loose on your dress.

First aid kit

The stress of planning such an extraordinary event can put your body under pressure. Don't let a case of the sniffles get you down. A good first aid kit will keep you looking and feeling fabulous all day long.

Miscellaneous mishaps

Pack your mobile phone and all the contact numbers for your wedding vendors just in case someone gets lost on the way to the wedding destination. If you are having an outdoor wedding, pack some bug spray so the critters don't make a feast out of you and the bridal party. Pack a small snack in case you find yourself too busy socializing to sit down and enjoy the meal. And last but not least, keep a water bottle as a good reminder to stay hydrated so you can look and feel your best.

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