Essentials a bride needs in her bag on the wedding day

Let’s all be honest, although it looks fun, being a bride is one of the toughest things to do. Standing long hours, greeting all the guests with a smile (even though you might not like that nosy aunt), it is all a bit of a task especially in that long heavy designer lehenga of yours. You might have your bridesmaids ready to help you at any time during the wedding, but they do need their time to dance, celebrate you, and make a beeline for all those gulab jamuns. On this long and tiring and most-happening day of your life, these essentials are a must-have in your matching clutch or potli bag. 

Tissues

No wedding is ever complete without some tears. Therefore, you will definitely be needing some tissues. Weddings are also a sweaty affair due to fluctuating temperatures. Add some wet-wipes in your bag along with tissues for a quick refresher while on the go.

Translucent powder or compact powder 

A bride has to go through timely touch-ups throughout the wedding. Compact powder will soak extra oil or sweat on your face and make you look a lot more refreshed and vibrant. Make sure you apply the powder especially under your eyes as it will hide away those fine lines. Pro tip–carry a compact powder that has a mirror so that you don’t have to look around to find one. 

Lipstick

Smiling and talking to the guests or grabbing a quick bite, these are some of the many reasons why your lipstick will fade away during the wedding. We advise keeping a lipstick in your bag for the much-needed touch-up, so that you have a perfectly beautiful smile in all your photos. 

Pins 

Make sure you’re always prepared with a packet of pins; in case you face any lehenga or dupatta crisis. 
Of course, keep in mind, there are enough rituals that need you to move your hair accessories, dupatta etc. Always good to carry a packet of bobby pins as well to fix your hairstyle.

First aid 

An unusual thing to keep in your bag but trust us on this—you will need it. And by first aid we don’t mean the entire box, but a few select things. Brides face a lot of stress, anxiety, and exhaustion during the wedding which might lead to getting a headache or stomach-ache. Keep a set of painkillers handy in your bag in case you face such situations or even when your legs pain because of standing in heels for too long. Acidity and indigestion are common problems that brides might face due to all the wedding anxiety, so always keep an antacid as a must-have in your bag to avoid getting too sick. 

Plus, a band-aid is an easy go-to if you hurt yourself during the wedding—since we all know there is no cure for clumsy brides! 

Pocket-sized perfume and breath mints

You have to smell amazing, after all, you have a long day of meeting and greeting people. It is important that you smell good while greeting the guests. Keep a pocket-sized perfume handy to which you can keep applying on an hourly basis throughout the wedding. Pro tip—keep a few mouth fresheners for you and some after-hours indulgence with your better half.