Is your sister or best friend getting married this summer? If so, then congratulations on your newly minted maid-of-honour status! Apart from planning an epic bachelorette and bridal shower, it’s most important for you to be the bride’s right hand during the wedding. Here are a few purse-friendly items that you should keep on you in case of a bridal emergency.
1. Makeup Wipes
Not only are makeup wipes great at removing smudged lipstick and eyeshadow, but they can also lift stains off clothes in a pinch. Just be careful to gently dab the concerned area so that you don’t accidentally take off the surrounding makeup.
![Neutrogena® Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes Singles | Source: Neutrogena®](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Neutrogena-Makeup-Remover-Cleansing-Towelettes-Singles.jpg)
2. Lip Product
Speaking of lipstick, it’s natural for some of the colour to disappear midway through a wedding. If you can, carry a tube of the exact lipstick that the bride has on. You can even keep a lip pencil handy instead to help fill in and define her pout. If all else fails, a clear gloss will always have your back.
![Revlon ColorStay™ Lipliner In 'Natural' | Source: Revlon](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Revlon-ColorStay-Lipliner-In-Natural.jpg)
3. Pins
Safety pins and bobby pins are 2 things every maid-of-honour should stock up on. The former can help tuck a dupatta in place, whilst the latter is a saviour when a hairstyle comes loose.
![Sephora Collection Hold It Together: No-Slip Bobby Pins | Source: Sephora](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Sephora-Collection-Hold-It-Together-No-Slip-Bobby-Pins.jpg)
4. Perfume
A sample-sized fragrance or a miniature bottle of perfume can help a bride refresh herself in just a few spritzes. After all, sitting through the ceremony in a heavy outfit isn’t exactly comfortable!
![Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet Roller-Pearl | Source: Dior](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/MissDior-Roller-pearl-perfume.jpg)
5. Blotting Sheets
Bridal glow is a real thing but in this heat and humidity, the sheen can get a bit much! Use blotting sheets to sop up any excess shine of the bride’s face, without messing with her makeup.
![Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets | Source: Clean & Clear](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Clean-Clear-Oil-Absorbing-Sheets.jpg)
6. Cotton Buds
For smaller makeup mishaps, skip the wipes and opt for a cotton buds instead. These little swabs do a fabulous job at cleaning up flaky mascara and errant eyeliner streaks.
![Muji Thin Cotton Buds | Source: Muji](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Muji-Thin-Cotton-Buds.jpg)
7. Face Mists
Although bridal makeup looks amazing at the start, it can get a bit cakey and flat after a few hours. Rather than rushing around to get a touch-up, mist the bride’s face with a makeup spray to freshen it up. A good formula will set the makeup again, without adding too much shine.
![MAC Prep + Prime Fix+/ Mini MAC | Source: MAC Cosmetics](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/MAC-Prep-Prime-Mini-Fix-Spray.jpg)
Do you have any other helpful tips for an upcoming maid-of-honour? Share them in the comments below!
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