Even though you hope for your day is perfect, most likely it won’t be without a few {minor} hiccups. It’s the trivial setbacks like a blister from your Manolo Blahnik’s or case of halitosis where a DIY Bridal Survival Kit saves the day!  For the inevitable teary eyes pack some tissues, and for the bridesmaid who had one too many cosmopolitans at your rehearsal dinner bring some aspirin.   Don’t forget band-aids for the blisters and breath mints for bad breath!  Put all of these items in a cellophane bag, then attach the label at the top, and voila you have yourself an emergency kit for you and your bridesmaids.

If you want to be a properly prepared bride, here’s a complete list of items to include in your wedding day emergency kit from Martha Stewart Weddings.

For Clothing

1. Sewing kit with needles, thread, buttons, and safety pins
2. Toupee tape (for keeping clothes in place)
3. Scissors
4. Stick-on instant hemming tape
5. Clear nail polish (for runs)
6. White chalk (for masking stains)

From The Drugstore

1. Breath mints
2. Bandages
3. Blister protection
4. Antacid
5. Pain reliever

For Touch-Ups

1. Blotting papers
2. Cotton swabs
3. Tweezers
4. Emery board
5. Lip balm
6. Tissues
7. Hand lotion
8. Bobby pins
9. Comb
10. Lipstick
11. Powder
12. Small mirror
13. Nail polish in the shade you’re wearing

With all these items you’re sure to stay one step ahead of any snags on your wedding day, and you and your groom can focus on the happiest day of your lives.

|Photo: 100 Layer Cake // List: Martha Stewart Weddings |