Wedding Necessity Baskets - The Ultimate List
Wedding guests often find themselves in unexpected situations, and a well-stocked necessity basket in the bathroom can be a saving grace. Whether it's a torn hem, a broken heel, or a sudden headache, these baskets provide a thoughtful solution to common problems. By including essentials like bobby pins, band-aids, and breath mints, you can help your guests feel more at ease and focus on celebrating your special day. Whether in the Hudson Valley in Upstate NY or on the French Riviera, I suggest integrating something like this into your Wedding Planning.
Think of a necessity basket as a first-aid kit for beauty emergencies. It's a considerate touch that shows you've thought about your guests' needs and want to ensure they have a great time. And, with a little creativity, you can tailor the basket to fit your wedding's unique style and theme. From elegant to whimsical, the possibilities are endless. Here's a comprehensive list of items you could include, all available on Amazon, to create a necessity basket that will leave a lasting impression on your guests.
This can add up really quickly but you should aim for single-use items. The dollar store or bulk purchasing is often the most cost-effective approach! These don’t need to be fancy, but should not be shared items. And, don’t forget to get duplicates where needed (for multiple restrooms, men’s & women’s, etc)
Women's Restroom:
- A Shallow Container to put everything in
- Hair spray
- Hair brushes (travel size - combs are preferable for single-use)
- Menstrual products (tampons/pads)
- Double-sided fashion tape (I am asked for this at every wedding)
- Bobby pins
- Safety Pins (also something I get asked for at almost every wedding)
- Hair elastics
- Breath mints (you can find these individually wrapped in sets of 2 on Amazon)
- Gum
- A stain remover pen or shout wipes
- Toothpicks (or flossers)
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Lotion
- Combs (get lots of these do no need to share!)
- Spray Deodorant
- Bandages (or mini-first aid kit)
- Antacids (we are asked for these at every event!)
- Pain reliever (I usually get little individual packets off amazon - they are super cheap)
- Wrinkle releaser spray (travel size)
- Static guard (travel size)
- QTips &/or cotton balls
- Makeup or baby wipes
- Lint Roller - travel size (get asked a lot for this)
- Nail files or emery boards
- Sewing Kit (honestly this is perfect - the scissors are nice and sharp/easy to use too!
- A small pair of scissors (like what you would find in a travel sewing kit - if you don’t have any in the one you purchased)
Men's Restroom:
- A shallow container to put everything in
- Breath mints
- Gum
- A stain remover pen or shout wipes
- Toothpicks (or flossers)
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Lotion
- Combs
- Spray Deodorant
- Bandages (or mini-first aid kit)
- Antacids
- Pain reliever
- Lint Roller - travel size