What’s in my wedding emergency kit?
No matter how well you plan, unexpected things can happen on your wedding day. That’s why having a wedding emergency kit on hand is a total game-changer!
As a wedding coordinator who works throughout North Carolina, I never show up to a wedding without my fully stocked emergency kit. From small mishaps to last-minute fixes, this kit has saved the day more times than I can count—quietly, quickly, and without the couple ever having to worry.
Whether you’re hiring a day-of wedding coordinator or planning a DIY wedding, here are all the items I keep in my wedding emergency kit (and you should too!):
Scissors (This is my top item! I bring at least 4 pairs with me to each wedding as the are the most needed thing last minute.)
Safety Pins
Tissues
Q-Tips
Band-aids
Crochet Hook (for the beautiful, but tiny!, buttons on a wedding gown)
Bobby Pins
Straight Pins (for boutonnieres)
Pens & Sharpies
Tape (masking tape, packaging tape)
Clear Zip Ties
Lighter (for candles, sparklers)
Stapler
Post-Its (helpful for labeling tables to finalize layout before adding the table numbers)
Screwdriver
Pliers
Wire cutters
Command Strips (for hanging items without damaging walls)
Rubber bands
Batteries (AA, AAA)
Tide Pen (for last-minute stains)
Hairspray
Comb
Deodorant
Dry Shampoo
Contact Solution
Makeup Remover Wipes
Nail Clippers & File
Lint Roller
Sewing Kit
Tampons
Gum/Mouthwash
Medicine (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Tums, Imodium, Benadryl)
Extra Phone Charging Cable & External Battery Pack
Snacks (Protein bars, crackers)
Why Hiring a Wedding Coordinator Means You Don’t Need to Stress
When you hire a wedding coordinator, you get more than just timeline management—you get peace of mind knowing someone is prepared for everything behind the scenes.
At every wedding I coordinate, my emergency kit is tucked discreetly nearby, ready for anything from fashion emergencies to forgotten chargers. Couples love knowing I’m there to handle the unexpected so they can relax and fully enjoy their day.
Planning your own North Carolina wedding? Whether you’re hiring a day-of wedding coordinator or going the DIY route, make sure your emergency kit is packed and ready—it’s one of the smartest things you can do!