a list of everything I could possibly need to bring for my wedding day

Attire

Wedding dress

Veil

Shoes

Undergarments

Accessories (jewelry, hair pieces)

Groom's suit

Groom's accessories (tie, cufflinks)

Bridesmaid dresses

Groomsmen suits

Flower girl dress

Ring bearer outfit

Mother of the bride/groom outfit

Father of the bride/groom outfit

Bridal party robes

Reception outfit (if changing)

Backup shoes

Steaming/pressing supplies

Sewing kit for last-minute repairs

Lint roller

Dress hanger

Garment bag for transportation

Dress bustle instructions for bridesmaids/helper

Wedding day emergency stain remover

Beauty

Makeup

Hair styling tools

Hair accessories

Perfume

Skincare products

Nail polish

Makeup remover

Makeup setting spray

False eyelashes

Lipstick

Hair spray

Hair pins

Hair ties

Hair brush

Curling iron

Straightener

Face masks

Moisturizer

Sunscreen

Cuticle oil

Nail file

Nail polish remover

Hand cream

Documents

Marriage license

Vendor contracts

Timeline of events

Contact list of vendors and bridal party

Wedding invitations

Seating chart

Guest list

Wedding vows

Music playlist

Photographer shot list

Itinerary for the day

Wedding program

Room layout diagram

Marriage certificate application

Insurance policies

Permits or licenses for outdoor or special venues

Hotel accommodations for out-of-town guests

Essentials

Rings

Wedding vows

Cash for tips and emergencies

Phone charger

Snacks and water

Emergency sewing kit

Marriage license

Timeline of events

Contact list of vendors and wedding party members

Hotel reservation information

Wedding day emergency contact information

Directions to ceremony and reception venues

Toiletries and personal care items

Change of clothes for the next day

Prescription medications

First aid kit

Sunscreen and bug spray

Spare batteries for any devices

Extra cash for any last-minute expenses

Travel itinerary for honeymoon arrangements

Travel documents for honeymoon (passport, ID, tickets)

Decor

Ceremony decorations

Reception decorations

Table centerpieces

Guest book

Place cards

Cake topper

Seating chart

Signage (welcome sign, directional signs, etc.)

Lighting (candles, string lights, etc.)

Backdrop for photo booth or sweetheart table

Aisle runner

Chair covers or sashes

Hanging decor (lanterns, garlands, etc.)

Card box or holder

Favors for guests

Gifts

Gifts for parents

Gifts for bridal party

Gift for spouse

Gift for officiant

Gift for flower girl/ring bearer

Gift for anyone else who played a significant role in the wedding

Thank you notes for all guests

Donation to a charity in lieu of favors

Personalized gifts for close family and friends attending the wedding

Gift for vendors/vendors' assistants or team members who went above and beyond

Personal Items

Credit cards

Medications

Toiletries

Change of clothes for after party

Phone and charger

Emergency contacts list

Snacks and water

Comfortable shoes for dancing

Perfume or cologne

Hair ties or bobby pins

Hand sanitizer

Tissues or wet wipes

Sunglasses

Sunscreen

Insect repellent

Umbrella or rain poncho

Cash for tipping vendors

Travel size sewing kit

Stain remover pen

Technology

Cameras

Batteries

Charger cables

Tripods

Memory cards

Transportation

Transportation arrangements

Directions to venues

Parking permits

Car decorations

Entertainment

Music playlists

Dance floor lighting

Photo booth props

Games or activities for guests

Arrange for a live band or DJ

Plan any special entertainment acts or performances

Create a timeline for entertainment throughout the event

Designate someone to coordinate entertainment logistics on the day of the wedding

Test any audiovisual equipment or technology needed for entertainment

Emergency Kit

First aid kit

Stain remover

Sewing kit

Safety pins

Pain relievers

Miscellaneous

Wedding day timeline

Thank you notes

Wedding favors

Marriage certificate

Honeymoon itinerary