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If a friend or loved one of yours has just gotten married or will be tying the knot soon, you can be especially creative with your gift by giving the couple an after-wedding survival kit. The items in the kit should prepare the bride and groom for their new life together, and they'll be sure to use their supplies well after the ceremony.
A wedding survival kit is a small package a maid of honor or someone in the bridal party should bring to the wedding. The kit should have everything anyone might need in case of a last minute wedding emergency. The contents are up to you, and they may change according to the wedding location and time. More than one person must know where the kits are during the wedding and reception.
A bride's last-minute survival kit includes a sewing kit, scissors, stain remover, breath mints and and extra panty hose. Keep emergency items on hand in case something goes wrong at the wedding with helpful advice from a certified wedding planner in this free video on weddings.
Wedding receptions are glorious and stressful cultural traditions, especially in the United States. For many people, wedding receptions can be pretty harrowing. You may not have a date, you may hate dancing and the idea of cramming into a room with drunk friends and relatives may not be your idea of a good time. Learn how to survive any wedding reception, gracefully and positively.
The week before your wedding brings a whirlwind of mental and emotional activity. Between tending to the needs of the contractors and catching up with relatives, make sure to take some time out for yourself. During that time, gather the special things and incidentals that will keep you looking flawless on your big day.