Bride Advice

Your wedding is the most magical celebration you may ever throw. Inevitably, with a milestone like a wedding day, you are bound to run into some bumps along the way. Here are a few tips to manage the unexpected issues that are sure to arise.

Have a Back-Up Plan

People get sick, equipment breaks, and schedules run late. Some things just can’t be planned for! When talking with your vendors, always talk about a Plan B to put into action, just in case it’s needed on your wedding day.

Let Others Help

Don’t be afraid to ask others for help. And when they ask to help, they mean it! Lean on your fiancé, your wedding party, and family and friends to help you prepare for your day. Decorations, set up, vendor check-ins, schedules and take down all can be tasks delegated to someone else if a vendor isn’t hired.

Just Roll with It

Plan for what you can: pack a day-of kit (page 158) filled with necessities and order a little more than you may need. But understand that the unexpected is just that – something you can’t necessarily plan for. You won’t want to be remembered as a bridezilla. Stop and put the issues into perspective, then focus on what this celebration is all about; you and your fiancé are starting a new chapter together in your lives. No matter what you run into on your wedding day, a memory will be created that you can look back on together.

Cactus Collective

Wedding-Day Do's and Dont's

Do hire a professional hairstylist and makeup artist. They have the experience and tools to help you look your best.

Don’t tweeze or wax brows the day of the ceremony. Instead, take care of hair removal a day or two before.

Do allow enough time for your beauty appointment. If you will be going to a salon, block out two or more slots to avoid being rushed.

Don’t make any drastic changes to your looks right before the wedding. This includes your hair color, extreme tanning or chopping off all of your hair.

Do bring a veil, headpiece and any other accessories to your hair consult.

Don’t forget to schedule a trial run. Schedule it several months before the wedding day so you have ample time to work with your stylists.

Elsie Fortune Photography

Wedding Day Emergency Kit:

• Brush / comb

• Bobby pins

• Styling products

• Cotton balls

• Q-Tips

• Tissues

• Makeup kit

• Makeup remover

• Baby powder

• Hand mirror

• Hair dryer

• Curling / flat irons

• Ponytail holder

• Clear nail polish

• Deodorant

• Toothbrush

• Lotion

• Dental floss

• Breath mints

• Tampons

• Pain reliever medication

• Band-Aids

• Upset stomach remedy

• Eye drops

• Antacids

• Tweezers

• Nail File

• Pen and Notebook

Take a deep breath! Your wedding day has arrived and all your hard work will pay off. Let go of the little things and enjoy your day with your husband, family, and friends.