You never want it to happen but it’s often the case that something unexpected will go wrong at your wedding. But with a little preparation, a cool head and a sense of humor, you can handle whatever emergency comes up. Here are things you can carry in your wedding tote or have someone else bring them to combat any sudden problems.

• Medicine (antacid tablets, smelling salts, aspirin, acetaminophen, any medicines you or the groom would take on a regular basis
• Makeup, deodorant along with tissues and/or handkerchiefs
• Comfortable shoes (ballet slippers, flats or low heels)
• Hair products (curling iron, hairdryer, comb, brush, hair spray, hair pins)
• Straight and safety pins, tape, scissors and sewing kit
• Cell phone, charger, and pertinent contact information for everyone involved with your wedding
• White liquid shoe polish (to cover stains on shoes and occasionally gowns)
• Stain remover and chalk (to help cover stains on your gown)
• Clear nail polish (to stop runs in stockings and to affix items like rhinestones)
• Baby powder (for shoes and to keep you dry)
• Black magic marker (for the groom’s shoes)
• Cash, checkbook and credit or debit card
• Extra seating chart and extra set of vows
• Vendor contracts
• Breath mints or mouthwash and hard candy (to combat low blood sugar and dry mouth)
• First aid kit (especially Band-Aids)

If looking for more suggestions, just check out our second list of items for your bridal emergency kit. Do these suggestions cover all of your needs? If not, please add items in a comment below!