Your wedding day is magical, but it can also be hectic, and your guests might need a little emergency TLC! One of the smartest ways to keep everyone comfortable and smiling is by putting together wedding bathroom baskets. These small, thoughtful touches go a long way in showing your guests you care. If you’re wondering what to put in a bathroom basket, I’ve got you covered. Here’s a curated list of 15 essentials (read: no fluff!) that will make your wedding bathrooms a hit. These amenities are always welcomed by guests.
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Set Up Your Bathroom Amenity Baskets
First, you’ll need to decide how and where you’ll set up your baskets. Get a sturdy wicker or plastic basket that can hold all of the items. In my personal experience, baskets like this make it easier to grab items (and offers beautiful presentation, which, as you know, is everything for weddings.)
Next, you’ll want to add a sign. Guests are more likely to use the items if you make it clear they’re welcome to enjoy them! Get a bathroom sign to let your guests know they’re welcome to take and use what they need.
Got it? Ok, let’s get to the fun stuff. Here’s what to put inside the baskets and set out at the bathroom at your wedding reception.
PRO TIP: It may be helpful to have these set up in the bridal suite BEFORE the ceremony for bridesmaids, moms, groomsmen, and dads to help themselves to anything they need.
1. Mini Deodorant
Long speeches, dancing, and hugs can get sweaty. Keep mini deodorant wipes handy so guests can freshen up in a snap.
2. Hair Ties & Bobby Pins
Loose strands or unexpected flyaways? Hair scrunchies and bobby pins are lifesavers for everyone from bridesmaids to the aunt who didn’t plan ahead.
3. Pain Relievers
A small stash of ibuprofen or acetaminophen helps guests who might have a headache or sore feet from dancing. Get these pre-packaged ones for guests grab easily. Also, make sure to have chewable Pepto Bismol: guests who really need it are grateful you have it.
4. Stain Remover Wipes
Accidents happen! A pack of stain remover wipes can save your guests’ outfits and the mood of the day.
5. Fashion Tape and Safety Pins
Wardrobe malfunction? A pack of fashion tape strips to the rescue! Also, safety pins can fix a fallen strap or loose button instantly.
6. Hair Comb
Quick touch-ups make all the difference after an outdoor ceremony or a wild dance floor session. Get fun hair combs in bulk, cheap!
7. Mints or Gum
Keep breath fresh for photos and conversations. These mints are small but mighty!
8. Tissues
Weddings are emotional: don’t forget tissues for happy tears and sneezes alike. These “for your happy tears” packets are pretty and portable.
9. Makeup Touch-Up Items
Mini lipstick, lip balm, blotting papers, or pressed powder can help guests refresh their look quickly.
10. Hand Sanitizer
Keep germs at bay, especially in high-traffic bathrooms. Travel-sized bottles are perfect for baskets.
11. First Aid Kit
Blisters, small cuts, or pinches happen: being prepared shows thoughtfulness. Get this mini first aid kit so you have anything your guests may need.
12. Hair Spray or Dry Shampoo
For last-minute fixes or greasy roots after a long day, hair spray and dry shampoo are surprisingly useful.
13. Flossers
You never know when you need some floss, but you’re grateful to have some in a pinch! These are my go-to.
14. Nail Files
Broken nails can be fixed fast with a small nail file. Your guests will thank you!
15. Disposable Face Towels
Makeup oopsies happen and sometimes you need to wipe away that (supposedly WATERPOOF, ugh) mascara running from your eyes. Use these disposable face towels. They’re amazing and oh-so-soft!
16. Travel Size Feminine Products
Little liners always come in handy, just in case.
Hope it helps!
xo
Emma
Emma Arendoski
Emma is the CEO of Emmaline Bride, The Handmade Wedding Blog, published author, leading wedding expert, and wedding planner. Read her latest book: The Inspired Wedding. Wife, mother, coffee lover. Follow on Instagram and at Emmaline Baby for baby + kids inspiration.
