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Ultimate Wedding "Oh Shit" Emergency Kit
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items I've been a bridesmaid, a groomslady, the minister's wife, and that trusty friend who just shows up to pitch in. I've spent years honing the perfect "oh shit" kit for almost any wedding emergency. Here’s what you’ll need to make your own:
Sections
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Medications & First Aid
Fix-Its
Beauty Hacks & Hygiene
Put it all Together
Medications & First Aid
A few common over-the-counter meds & first aid items are always good to have handy.
A few Band-Aid sheer strips and a few more that match the skin tones of the wedding party are more unobtrusive than the colorful bandages and easier to disappear in photos.
Band-Aid Adhesive Bandages Family Assorted Pack - 110ct
Even if it's not worth bandaging, a little neosporin on a small wedding-day wound will keep it clean and easier to address when the party's over.
Neosporin 24 Hour Infection Protection Pain Relief Ointment - 0.5oz
Keep some Tums on hand for combating indigestion & reflux caused by rich food, off-schedule eating, or just plain nerves.
Tums Chewy Bites Orange and Cream Extra Strength Chewable Antacid for Heartburn - 60ct
Recommended by a nurse friend not just for nasal allergy symptoms, but for any surprise skin allergies or rashes that may crop up unexpectedly!
Benadryl Ultratabs Allergy Relief Tablets - Diphenhydramine - 48ct
Always throw in a few OTC pain relievers! I'm a fan on Tylenol for all kinds of headaches.
Tylenol Extra Strength Pain Reliever Caplets - Acetaminophen - 10ct
Advil is always great for handling muscle pain & soreness!
Advil Pain & Fever Reducer Tablets - Ibuprofen (NSAID) - 2ct/10pk
Friends don't let friends get sidelined by period cramps, especially on the big day! Add a few of these to your kit for any menstruating members of the wedding party!
Midol Complete Menstrual Relief Maximum Strength Multi-Symptom Relief Gelcaps - Acetaminophen - 24ct
Soothe bug bites and other itchy irritants with this hydrocortisone cream with a cooling boost of aloe vera.
Cortizone 10 Maximum Strength Aloe Anti-Itch Crème - 1oz
Before you cram your little piggies into those fancy shoes, hit them with this sole-saving, quick-drying spray!
Aspercreme Odor Free Max Strength Lidocaine Pain ...
Always be prepared for Aunt Flo to show up, even if she didn't RSVP. Mix & match some period products for the menstruating members of the wedding to choose from, like these organic cotton tampons.
The Honey Pot Company Organic Cotton Duo-Pack Tampons - 18ct
Not only are pads handy for the period-having folks, they can also protect clothes from sweaty pits, cushion heels from pinching shoes, and so much more!
Its August Day and Night Pads - 16pk
Fix-Its
For things that come apart but should be together, and things together that should be apart.
If anyone in the wedding party wears glasses, you'll want to have a small eyeglass kit like this one for any unexpected repairs.
ICU Eyewear Cleaning and Repair Kit - 1ct
A small sewing kit is a must-have for attaching loose straps, trimming loose threads, and a host of other last-minute wardrobe hacks. And even tiny Fiskars scissors will cut through anything!
Fiskars Sewing Travel Kit
You already know the cliches about duct tape. It holds the world together! And if classic gray feels inappropriate, it now comes in wedding white!
Duck 1.88" x 20yd Duct Industrial Tape White
Electrical tape comes in clutch for repairs that need to disappear, like fixing black dress shoes, keeping A/V wires out of sight, and more!
Scotch Super 33+ 1/2 in. W X 200 in. L Black Vinyl ...
A fast-bonding super-strong clear glue is a life-saver for broken nails, jewelry, or other delicate fixes. This one offers two ways to apply for more precision!
Gorilla Super Glue with Brush & Nozzle Applicator
Throw in a couple of black Sharpies for last-minute labeling, note-writing, and even covering up scuffs on black shoes!
Sharpie Permanent Markers, 6 Pack Assorted Sizes
Stains happen to the best of us, but they don't have to spoil all the pictures. Throw a Tide pen in your kit to magically erase any evidence of spills.
Tide To Go Stain Remover Pen - 1ct/ 0.33 Fl Oz
After spotting a group in Disneyland using this petite 3-in-1 fan/power bank/flashlight, I immediately bought two. When they arrived, I discovered they also look like little bears! Multi-functional tools are always a win for this kit!
JISULIFE 3 IN 1 Handheld USB Rechargeable Fan
Beauty Hacks & Hygiene
Cool down & freshen up
When the forecast suddenly calls for 100° weather or you're leaving it all on the dance floor, you'll want these wipes handy to freshen up in time for the DJ to play YMCA
Busy Co Refresh Deodorant Wipes
Sweep your new spouse off their feet, don't knock them over with your breath! Add a few of these pre-pasted toothbrushes to freshen up after pre-wedding snacks and before the first kiss 💋
Pre-pasted disposable toothbrushes with floss + pick
Add a few giant trash bags to your kit. As this article suggests, they can help control the festive foofera so the wearer can, ahem, handle business without assistance.
How to pee in a wedding dress using a trash bag • Offbeat Wed (was Offbeat Bride)
Don't be the accidental flasher! Fix or prevent wardrobe malfunctions by adding some double-sided fashion tape to your kit.
Risque Invisible Double Sided Fashion Tape, 100 strips
Outdoor wedding? Protect your skin without ruining your makeup with this brush-on mineral gem that protects your skin and won't ruin your look OR leak in your bag!
Mineral SPF 30 Brush-On Sun Defense
Stay hydrated without ruining your lipstick with these beautiful reusable straws!
VEHHE Reusable Straws 8 Set Multi Color
Fix makeup smudges, clean watch parts, and more with a pack of q-tips in your kit!
Q-Tips Blue Purse Pack Cotton Swabs - 30ct
Is wedding without Kleenex even a wedding?
Kleenex On-the-Go 3-Ply Facial Tissue - 3pk/10ct
A few wet wipes are always a good idea for cleaning up mystery messes!
Wet Ones Sensitive Skin Hand Wipes Travel Pack - Fragrance Free - 20ct
While some generations have mostly given up on pantyhose, clear nail polish is still an emergency kit staple for broken/chipped nails, covering rough beadwork, and more.
essie expressie Quick-Dry Nail Polish - 390 Always Transparent - 0.33 fl oz
Hand sanitizer has become ubiquitous since I first started assembling my Oh Shit kit, but it's also handy for getting sap off of skin and fabric if you happen to lean on the wrong tree at your woodsy wedding venue!
T&T Hand Sanitizer Gel with Aloe - 2 fl oz -Trial Size - up & up™
A little pot of Vaseline pulls triple duty as lip balm, chafe protection, and lubricant for zippers, doors, and anything else mechanical that might need a little help.
Vaseline Lip Therapy Fragrance free Original Twin Pack - 2ct/0.5oz
Clean up those rough edges with a nail file added to your kit.
Olive & June Nail File - 3pk
Even if you're not a gym chewer normally, it's handy to have for quelling anxious nerves as well as bad breath emergencies!
Extra Spearmint Sugarfree Gum - 15ct
Put it all Together
Assemble & organize your kit in style with a case that fits your vibe!
Sewing baskets are a great choice for organizing all of your supplies, and how cute is this one? It looks bridal already!
Dritz Large Vintage Sewing Basket, Oval, Floral Watercolor | JOANN
Nothing like a little dose of nostalgia on a wedding day! Caboodles are back and the perfect size, with plenty of small compartments and a built-in mirror!
Caboodles Makeup Organizers - Pink - 4pc
This sleek and spacious bag opens on both sides for quick access to whichever supply you might need. And you can use the removable pouch for whatever you might need to grab & go!
Caboodles Cut & Sew Femme Makeup Bag - Fatale Black
With three fold-out organizing trays and an ergonomic carry handle, let this case be your Something Blue (or purple, green, or pink, if you prefer)!
TERGOO 12in Three-Layer Multipurpose Storage ...
I just snagged a set of these to help corral all the meds I keep in my handbag, and since they came in a 4-pack, I will be adding one to my Oh Shit Kit, too.
4 Pack Pill Case Portable Small Weekly Travel ...