What to Bring for Getting Ready With Your Bridesmaids

The Essentials

Start with the things you’ll actually need to get ready:

• Wedding dress and veil

• Bridesmaid dresses

• Shoes and jewelry

• Undergarments and shapewear

• Getting-ready outfits or robes

• Hair and makeup products

• Hangers for dresses

• Steamer

• Comfortable shoes or slippers for getting ready

Tip: Keep everything together in labeled bags or garment bags so you're not searching for missing pieces while everyone is getting ready.

Don't Forget the Little Things

The little details can make a big difference once the day gets busy.

Consider bringing:

• Safety pins

• Fashion tape

• Sewing kit

• Stain remover

• Tissues

• Deodorant

• Perfume

• Hair spray and extra hair ties

• Bobby pins

• Lint roller

• Band-Aids

• Phone chargers

• A small emergency kit

Assigning one bridesmaid to be in charge of the emergency kit can keep everyone from digging through bags when something unexpected happens.

Snacks & Drinks

Getting ready can take several hours, and nobody wants a hungry bridal party.

Bring easy-to-eat snacks that won't make a mess—fruit, pastries, sandwiches, charcuterie, crackers, or individually packaged snacks are great options. Don't forget plenty of water!

If you're enjoying champagne or cocktails, remember to balance them with food and water so everyone feels their best when it's time for the ceremony.

Make the Room Feel Like Yours

This is also a wonderful time to bring a few personal touches.

Your favorite playlist, fresh flowers, sentimental photos, handwritten notes for your bridesmaids, or a few special decorations can make the bridal suite feel even more personal.

And don't forget to leave time for getting-ready photographs. Some of the most meaningful wedding photos happen before the ceremony even begins.

Give Yourself More Time Than You Think

Perhaps the most important thing to bring is extra time.

Hair and makeup can take longer than expected. Someone will need a touch-up. Someone will forget an earring. Someone will need help with a dress.

Build a little breathing room into your schedule so you aren't watching the clock as you get ready.

At The Orchid, our bridal suite gives you a beautiful, comfortable space to spend those precious hours with your favorite people. Take your time, enjoy the laughter, soak in the moment—and remember that this part of the day is worth enjoying, too.

The ceremony will come soon enough. For now, enjoy getting ready with your girls.

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