One of my bridesmaids was also fairly recently married – and what a blessing this was! There are some things you only learn once you’ve been a bride yourself – and I hope to share as many of these gems with you as I can.
One particularly useful idea was “the bridal bag” – a little bag filled with essentials for the bride for her wedding day and night. Here are a few suggestions of what to include to make sure you’re looking and feeling your best all day. Delegate “the bag” to one of your bridesmaids to look after for you – and to have on standby should you need anything.
Make-up touch ups:
Your lips will dry out from all the congratulations and a husband sneak-smooching you at every opportunity – take a stick of lipice, the lipstick you are wearing and a gloss. Also if you’re feeling a little spotty, some concealer to touch up, powder to stop the shine in photographs, and mascara and blusher if you feel you may need it.
PerfumE:
To smell your best throughout the day, and to make you feel fresh and lovely when you leave your reception.
A pair of knickers:
It will be a long day – and to help you feel your best and loveliest for your groom, pack in a spare pair of knickers. It will also allow you to wear something comfortable and practical during the day, and change into something a little more romantic before you leave your reception.
Hair serum / spray:
To tame any stray ends, flyaways and frizz (you never know what your hair will look like during your photographs) – it’s best to be prepared.
Chewing gum:
There’ll be a lot of talking and kissing happening – make sure you’re always minty fresh for that next smooch!
Read more from Candice as she planned her wedding in our Bride to Be section.
Photographs courtesy of Tiffany Burnham Photography ©
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