Day Of Items to Pack the Week of the Wedding

As your wedding approaches, it’s inevitable to have a large list of items to pack for the special day. Below is a list of the most important elements to include.  

  • Wedding Dress
  • Veil/Headpiece/Hair Accessories
  • Getting Ready Attire (shirt, robe, slippers, etc.)
  • Tux or Suit
  • Tux or Suit Accessories (tie/bowtie, suspenders, belt, socks, cufflinks, handkerchief, etc.)
  • Undergarments/Underwear
  • Shoes
  • Rings (engagement ring and wedding bands)
  • Jewelry (earrings, bracelet, necklace, watch, etc.)
  • Afterparty Outfits
  • Invitation Suite
  • Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Some Blue Items
  • Note: Items from Clothing & Accessories may be used for day of details (rings, veil, shoes, etc.)
  • Spouse Gift/Letter 
  • Wedding Party Gifts
  • Parent Gifts
  • Welcome Bags
  • Vendor Tips
  • Extra Cash
  • Touch Up Makeup
  • Wedding Emergency Kit
  • Perfume/Cologne
  • Medicines
  • Programs
  • Ceremony Signage
  • Unity Candle/Sand
  • Vows
  • Marriage License
  • Seating Chart/Escort Cards/Place Cards
  • Card Box
  • Guest Book
  • Couple/Family Photos
  • Table Numbers
  • Menu Cards
  • Wedding Favors
  • Cake Topper
  • Cake Serving Set
  • Personalized Items (cocktail napkins, champagne flutes, etc.)
  • Reception Signage (welcome, bar, gift, guest book, etc.)
  • Exit Items (bubbles, ribbon wands, sparklers, etc.)

There are many different details to include depending on each couple, so feel free to add, remove or edit this list!

Sunday, April 30, 2023


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