14 fashion items not to forget for your wedding in Vegas

As you add the finishing touches to your wedding day checklist, make sure you add “create a bridal emergency bag for your wedding in Vegas.” For brides that are getting ready to say “I do,” thoughts typically revolve around vendors, decorations, the dress, bridal party, menus, etc, but with so much on their minds, brides often forget to pack some necessities. What issues might pop up as you’re getting ready to walk down the aisle, and what essentials might you need?

Fashion flaw advice:

When planning a wedding in Vegas, I find brides often choose the perfect dress months in advance, not to mention the thought that goes into finding a coordinating veil, shoes, and accessories. That being said, a fashion mishap the day of the wedding can be a nightmare for brides, especially if they’re at a wedding in Vegas where they don’t have ready access to their home sewing kit and seamstress.  Although we do have plenty of pharmacies on the Las Vegas strip or specialty stores it will be a huge time saver to bring these items along for the unexpected circumstances that do occur when you travel.

Prepare for any fashion flaws with a travel-size sewing kit that can handle any tears, snags or loose threads. Keep a comfortable strapless bra in your bridal tote for extra support once you slip into your dress one last time. Many brides swear by white duct tape for securing their train for dancing or tucking in the loose fabric.

Beauty Blunders

Some brides are lucky enough to have a makeup artist on deck, ready to fix any smudged eyeliner or smeared lips. But if you’re doing your own makeup, or have a slip up after your artist leaves, it’s important to be prepared.

• A concealer stick is perfect for quickly covering up blemishes, red spots or dark circles under the eyes. It can also be used to brighten parts of your skin for a glowing look.
• Water-resistant mascara is a must, especially if you’re a bride that’s likely to cry. Keep your makeup in place with a mascara you know will hold up to tears (test it out beforehand!).
• Makeup remover wipe:  For instances when your makeup doesn’t stay in place, be ready to wipe unwanted streaks away with a makeup remover wipe (here’s a fun DIY to make your own makeup remover!). These are also great for the end of the night when you’re ready for a lighter look!

Hair Hacks

There are so many options for hairstyles, ranging from intricate updos to loose braids or wearing your hair down with flowing curls. No matter what way you style your locks, you’re going to want them in place and out of your face as you go about your wedding.

Hairpins and a hair tie are essential for pinning back fallen strands of hair or throwing your hair up when you head out onto the dancefloor. You can’t go wrong with a large hair clip either if you’re getting your makeup done before your hairstylist steps in.

Skin Safety

A lot of couples who choose to have a wedding in Vegas choose a Las Vegas outdoor wedding, which means you might be saying “I do” under the beating sun. Make sure your skin is protected for all occasions.

Sunscreen is a must to prevent sunburns and the Las Vegas sun is brutal, but moisturizer is also essential for glowing skin. On a side note, if you’re getting married outside in Vegas, consider sunglasses as cute wedding favors for all of your guests!

Comfort and Care

Make sure you’re comfortable and prepared for the unexpected, not only as you’re getting ready, but for later on in the night as you celebrate during your reception. You’d be surprised how much you’ll be on your feet from the Vegas wedding ceremony to taking photos and then throughout the reception. From dancing and socializing, your feet are going to tire out, especially if you’re wearing uncomfortable shoes. Insider tip: wear them around the house beforehand to break them in!

Blisters are bound to happen, especially if you’re wearing heels. Consider fitting your shoes with cushioned heel pads, but bring a mini first aid kit as backup. As you’re running around double-checking the venue or rounding up your bridal party, it might be a good idea to have some cute bride flip flops in your bag too! These will also come in handy at the end of the night after hours of dancing.

Summing it all up:

In sum, here is a list of all the essentials mentioned above that you should include in your bridal day bag. And don’t forget to find a cute tote to hold it all in!

1. Tote bag
2. Travel-sized sewing kit
3. Comfortable strapless bra
4. White duct tape
5. Concealer stick
6. Water-resistant mascara
7. Makeup remover wipes
8. Hairpins
9. Hair tie
10. Large hair clip
11. Sunscreen
12. Cushioned heel pads
13. Mini first aid kit
14. Bride flip flops

We would love your advice and feedback!

If you’re a bride-to-be planning a Las Vegas destination wedding what are your concerns about getting prepared for the big day?  Share your ideas in the comment section of this post.

And for those that are already married, what do you wish you had on your big day?

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