MUST-KNOW TIPS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING DAY
As your wedding day draws near, you might find yourself wondering, “What am I forgetting?” Take a deep breath and let’s focus on a few commonly overlooked tips for the night before your wedding to help you feel more at ease.
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CLEAN YOUR RING
You’ve probably searched for “how to clean your engagement ring” at least once or twice by now. Here’s a simple method: Fill a coffee mug two-thirds of the way with very warm water and add 5-10 drops of mild dish soap. Let it soak for at least 20 minutes, then gently brush away any loosened debris with a toothbrush, being careful to avoid too much contact with the metal. You can do this the night before the wedding or even the morning of!
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PACK YOUR OVERNIGHT BAG
Designate a bridesmaid as your personal attendant to help with your overnight bag and day-of essentials. They can also assist with touch-ups like lip gloss or added color. Don’t forget to pack an emergency kit with items like shout wipes, safety pins, super glue, band-aids, tweezers, scissors, and a lint roller.
Packing List for Wedding:
Any outfit or shoe changes + jewelry
Touchup Makeup (you may get some from your stylist, but just in case) – lip gloss, qtips, blush, setting spray, powders
Emergency Kit items – you can get these premade, but it is also just as easy to make your own: tide stick, bobby pins, flower pins, safety pins, Tylenol, sewing kit, bandaids
Deodorant, perfume, lotions
Check out my blog post on how to pack the Ultimate Emergency Wedding Day Kit
Packing List for the Hotel:
Curling iron for touchups
Underwear for the wedding day (and the next day too)
Comfy day after clothes
Toothbrush
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WRITE A LOVE NOTE
Writing a love note the night before can help calm your nerves and remind you why you’re marrying your soulmate. Read it the next morning for an extra boost of confidence and contentment.
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Justine and Brayden’s Wedding Day
BEAUTY TIPS
Avoid exfoliating or using microdermabrasion the night before. Apply sunscreen before makeup, and use a gentle cleanser on your face. Remember to paint your toenails if needed and choose your shoes accordingly.
Most important SLEEP!!!
The night before tips for falling asleep
Take a sleep aid. This can be as easy as Melatonin Gummies or heck go for the strong stuff
Clean your pillowcase
Have a sleepover with your bridesmaids or Maid of Honor. They will help distract you and clear your mind
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THE DETAILS BOX
Prepare a details box for your photographer with important wedding items like your dress, rings, shoes, veil, bouquet, and jewelry for her, and shoes, socks, cuff links, tie or bow tie, pocket square, boutonnière, and vows book for him.
Brides:
Dress
Dress Hanger
Rings (engagement and wedding band)
Shoes
Veil
Bouquet
Jewelry
Invitations
Vow Books
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For Him:
Shoes
Cuff Links
Tie or Bow Tie
Boutonniere
Ring
Vow Book
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