Your Performance Day Emergency Bag

You’ve rehearsed, you’ve got the outfit, the choreography is 🔥—but we all know something unexpected always pops up on performance day. That’s why I swear by packing a little emergency bag to keep you calm, collected, and stage-ready.

Here’s what I always throw in mine:

🎀 Hair Helpers

• Hair Ties – Bring at least 3. One always disappears.
• Bobby Pins – Because flyaways will fly.
• Hair Spray – Smooth edges, secure buns, save the day.

📌 Wardrobe Fixers

• Safety Pin – The MVP of any Indian outfit situation.
• Mini Sewing Kit – Optional, but powerful. (Snaps, buttons, threads… you never know.)
• Double sided fashion tape – For tikkas or duppatas that won't stay put.

💄 Quick Glam Touch-Ups

• Makeup touch-ups – Think: lipstick/lip-gloss, blush, and powder.
• Compact mirror and blotting sheets – Shine only where you want it.
• Mini perfume roller – Because it feels good to smell good.

🍌 Snack & Sip

• Light snacks – Granola bars, trail mix, a banana... something with energy but not too heavy.
• Water bottle – Hydration = stamina. Just sip slowly before dancing!

👣 Comfort Extras

• Band-aids – For the heel rubs you didn’t plan on.
• Body Wipes – Instant refresh between practices and/or performance.
• Flat shoes/slippers – Your feet deserve a break after the performance

Pack it the night before, and keep it all in a tote or pouch. You won’t regret it—and chances are someone in your group will thank you!

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