5 Hacks That Will Make Your Wedding Day 10x Easier
As a bride who has spent months & months planning your dream wedding, the last thing you want is for anything to go wrong on your wedding day. No matter how hard you try, there are some things you just can’t control or plan for - a bridesmaid’s dress ripping, an allergic reaction, a nip slip, you name it.
Here are 5 hacks that will save the day on your wedding day!
1. Rent Your Wedding Day Jewelry
Every expense that goes into planning a wedding can add up quickly, so you are probably looking for any ways that you can save money. Renting your jewelry is a great alternative that will cut costs while still allowing you to wear all of the diamonds you want on your wedding day. Rent the Runway is an amazing service that allows you to rent clothing and accessories on a monthly basis, and they also provide one-time rentals for events/occasions, with a section specifically for brides. You can choose from thousands of designers and afford pieces you never would have even bothered considering because of the retail price.
They are also running a promotion for a limited time that gives you 50% off the first month for the Premier Membership so take advantage if you’re interested!
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2. Heel Protectors
Every bride has the same fear on your wedding day….falling down the aisle. You can be an absolute pro at walking in stilettos, but when the nerves kick in, it suddenly becomes 20x harder.
Heel protectors will decrease the chance of that happening, and if you are having an outdoor wedding your heels won’t sink into the grass, sand etc.
3. Always Have an Emergency Kit
Emergency kits, survival kits, whatever you want to call them - they are lifesavers, especially on your wedding day. The best part is that they are completely customizable, you can buy them pre-made or DIY them yourself for you and all of your bridesmaids. If you are making the kits yourself, some items we suggest would be double sided tape for nip slips or for getting dirt off of the dresses, bobby pins/safety pins, mini sewing kit, hairspray, setting powder for any oil as well as a substitute for dry shampoo in your roots, and allergy medicine in case anyone has a reaction to the flowers, makeup, pollen etc.
If you want to buy some already made, there are a ton on Amazon and Etsy, such as the Oh Sh*t Kit and Bridesmaid Survival Kit below!
4. Have Your Strapless Bra Sewn into Your Dress
The first thing you want to do after a long day is take off your bra right? So why would you want to worry about it on your wedding day?
Of course, you can choose to go without a bra, a sticky bra, or petals, but if you need some extra support and choose to wear a strapless bra, we recommend having it sewn into your dress. Not only will that prevent any wardrobe malfunctions, but you won’t have to worry about constantly adjusting it all night. You will be able to dance the night away and toss your bouquet with ease.
Photos from Sam & Bear’s Wedding by Jessica and Cory Photo
5. Face the Wall When Using the Restroom
The tip that brides might find the most useful….the best position to use the bathroom in your wedding dress. The movies give an ideal picture of the maid of honor or wedding planner holding up the bride’s train in the bathroom. No one wants to ruin their wedding dress! However, the best way would be to hover over the toilet while facing the wall….we know….it might feel weird. Trust us, it works so much better, takes less time, and avoids any accidents that would ruin your dress. Your originally 10-15 min bathroom trip turns into 5 min and you are back on the dance floor in no time!
