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13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day

Don't head to the altar without your bridal emergency tool kit!
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
By Jasmine Grant · Updated December 6, 2020
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Murphy’s Law states that if anything can go wrong, it will! Any bride you speak to will tell you that even with all the preparation in the world, there’s bound to be minor hiccups before you walk down the aisle.

Whether it’s a mild wardrobe malfunction or annoying flyaway edges that just won’t stay down…the planning never stops until you say “I do.”

No need to panic, though! You can plan ahead by packing a quick bridal emergency kit to take with you.

01
Tide to Go Instant Stain Remover
Don’t get caught slippin’! Be prepared for minor stains if God forbid they come in contact with your bridal attire. Fingers crossed, though!
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Tide
available at Walmart $7 SHOP NOW
02
Singer Sewing Survival Kit
If the worst case fashion scenario happens—including a torn strap of lost button—this emergency sewing kit will be a lifesaver.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Singer
available at Target $10 SHOP NOW
03
Vivian Lou Insolia CLASSIC Weight-Shifting Insoles
If there’s one day you should be able to slay in heels without your feet in pain, it should be your wedding day. The Vivian Lou insoles are scientifically-proven to prevent foot discomfort caused by high heels. Slip them into your wedding day travel bag, and pick up a few extra for your bridesmaids!
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Vivian Lou
available at Vivian Lou $29 SHOP NOW
04
Neutrogena Cleansing Facial Wipes, Individually Wrapped
Fix any last minute makeup smudges, or give your face a good cleanse before your wedding day beat with these conveniently packaged makeup wipes.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Neutrogena
available at Wal-Mart $6 SHOP NOW
05
Assorted Safety Pins
Safety pins are an obvious wedding day must have, but it’s also that one item that gets lost no matter how much you prepare. Buy multiple packs and stash them in your glove compartment, suitcase and purse so they’re wherever you need them to be.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Soophen
available at Amazon $6 SHOP NOW
06
Melanin-Friendly Bandages
Just in case anyone gets a knick on the day of, you’ll want a bandage that won’t stick out like a sore thumb. Tru-Colour bandages are waterproof and blend in seamlessly with darker skin tones.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Tru-Colour
available at Amazon $6 SHOP NOW
07
Mini Manicure Tools
Fix any last-minute nail nightmare with this multi-functional kit.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Beau Coup
available at Beau Coup $16 SHOP NOW
08
Blotting Paper
Keep your face matte and flawless with these convenient and portable makeup wipes.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
NYX
available at NYX $5 SHOP NOW
09
Mac Dazzleglass Gloss
What most brides forget when transitioning from the ceremony to the reception is a lipgloss to refresh their pout. Keep your lips poppin’ even after your makeup artist has left the building with a brilliant yet lightweight gloss by MAC in the warm honey-like shade Get Rich Quick.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
MAC Cosmetics
available at MAC Cosmetics $17 SHOP NOW
10
Fearless Double-Sided Tape
No nip slips over here! Fearless double sided tape will hold your wedding or bridesmaid dresses and hemlines comfortably against your skin. It can also be used to keep undergarments hidden to keep your outfit refined, classy and elegant all day long.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Fearless Tape
available at Amazon $10 SHOP NOW
11
Advil
Trust us…it’s a must!
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Advil
available at Amazon $10 SHOP NOW
12
Design Essentials Edge Control
This is an essential for summer brides! You’ll want to touch up your wedding hair with some product to keep your edges smooth and sleek all night long.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Design Essentials
available at Amazon $10 SHOP NOW
13
Bobby Pins
Don’t get caught with a hair out of place! These will come in more handy than you’ll know.
13 Essential Products To Help Every Black Bride Slay Their Big Day
Goody
available at Amazon $4 SHOP NOW
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