Top Date Night Essentials You Need

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I asked my sister to describe me in one word. I was expecting awesome, funny, intelligent, loving, or maybe happy.

She chose prepared. Prepared! I wanted something cool, like, well, cool. But she's right--I've accepted my fate. I'm admittedly the person you call when you need something, if you're in a crisis, or possibly a zombie attack. 

I carry this sense of being prepared for any situation into what I literally carry, like in my bag. Recently I took my prepared self to Walmart to stock up on some date night essentials: 

And here's what I picked up:

But that's just a sneak peek of what I use, so let's check out the Top Date Night Essentials You Need.

-Mints or Gum

• I think for a date night, this goes without saying. Everyone needs these. All the time.

-Advil Tablet Vial

• I get these in the travel section and prefer this small container. Use Advil tablets for headaches, minor arthritis and other joint pain, muscle aches and pains of the common cold. 

-Phone Battery

• Because every single blind date I've ever been on has been awful, I make sure my phone is charged and has a back up, so I can arrange to cut the night short. #sorrynotsorry

-ChapStick Total Hydration

• Soft hydrated lips are a part of my daily life, so date night is no exception! 
• This one is 100% natural so lips are always kissable.

-Artificial Sweetner

• I might be prepared, but being graceful is definitely not me. I use this when I notice a grease spot from a food accident on my shirt or pants. Pour it on and allow it to set and it will soak up the oil. Wipe away.
• I also will use this to make a quick sugar scrub on my hands with a little soap.

-Nexium 24HR

• Because heartburn happens, y'all. May take 1 to 4 days for full effect. Use as directed.

-Lip Liner

• This one is surprising, right? The color lasts longer than a gloss or some lipstick finishes, and won't melt, should I accidentally leave it in the car. I add the ChapStick Total Hydration on top of it. I keep it in a neutral color that goes with everything.
• Be sure to fill in the entire lip.

-Hand Sanitizer

• I'm a germaphobe!

-A Cute Clutch

• Throw these items in, along with my wallet, phone and keys, and I'm set for date night! Red is my COLOR, y'all.

What are your date night essentials?

Extra Elle:

• Getting my hair done today--one of my fave things ever.
• I'm trying to get exactly 1.5 million (slight exaggeration) things done before I leave for my trip back home. Wish me luck that I get them done! #stressed