Get Ready to Slay: Tips for a Fun & Stress-Free Wedding Prep!

Hey there, bride-to-be and friends! We're all about making your big day prep a breeze- it’s actually one of our goals as the people you’ll spend your morning getting ready with. After spending countless mornings with bridal parties, we've got some tips that'll help you rock your getting ready experience with all the fun and none of the stress.

1. First things first… planning! Today’s not the day to wing it. Don't wait until the last minute. Share the day’s timeline with your crew and make sure everyone's on board and in the loop. A little buffer time never hurts! In fact, it’s highly encouraged… just in case Murphy's Law decides to make an appearance.

2. Location, location, location! Choose a getting ready spot that's spacious. Natural light is the real MVP for great picture and videos, so if you can get it, get it! Make sure your hair and makeup team have surfaces for their tools/ supplies, chairs for you to get serviced in, and outlets nearby.

3. You're not in this alone, girlfriend. Delegate tasks to your bridesmaids and/ or fam to take some weight off your shoulders. You deserve to be the queen bee without stressing over every tiny detail! Make one of your girls your point of contact on the day of your wedding to handle the silly questions from Aunt Sue and vendors announcing their arrivals.

4. Here's a little secret to keep the party going: make a Spotify playlist! Get those feel-good jams in there, songs that make you want to dance and sing along. It's the perfect way to create the energy you want and to have fun. Make sure you download whichever list you want to listen to just in case you don’t have great service or wifi where you’re getting ready. We made a playlist just for this occasion- save it (download it) or use as inspo for yours!

5. Dress for success! Wear comfy, button-up shirts or robes while hair & makeup work their magic. Satin materials are best for hair. Avoid rough textures like velvet or terrycloth. That way, when it's time to slip into your gown, you won't mess up your beautiful hair and makeup. Remember to take off socks, bras, and anything tight on your wrists early in the morning so you don’t have marks when it’s time for pictures.

6. Don't forget to capture all the behind-the-scenes moments. Get a polaroid camera or disposable cameras to take candid shots of all the excitement and joy as you and your girls spend the morning getting ready. These pics will be priceless memories you'll cherish forever.

7. Stay hydrated and nourished! Drink plenty of water to keep that glow, and don't forget to have some light snacks to keep those energy levels up. And please, don't skip breakfast! You'll need all the energy to own that dance floor later.

8. Hope you won’t need it, but pack yourself an “Oh S#!% Kit” with the essentials: Tide To Go Pen, crochet hook for your buttons, Advil, sewing kit, pimple patches, safety pins, small scissors… think of all the moments where you thought to your self “I wish I had ___ right now!” and pack those items.

9. Lastly, remember to live in the moment. Take a deep breath and soak in all the love and support around you. Embrace the laughter, the happy tears, and the tight hugs from your favorite people. This is your day.

So, there you have it: our top tips for a smooth, stress-free, and totally fun wedding day prep. You've got this, girl! Enjoy every moment. Congrats on your upcoming wedding… you're going to have so much fun! 💕