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03/24/2008
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The Refreshing Details

Reception Bathroom

This may not be a big deal on a wedding planning list, but to me it really is in the details. I am one who HATES using public restrooms to the point that I will go out of my way to get home (in most cases)!!!

I really want my guests to feel comfortable all around, including when they go to refresh themselves, so by going to purchase a few inexpensive items, I think it may help a long way. We will do mostly white & steel gray in the restrooms, with accents of aqua blue, & a slim vase with white gardenias. I read somewhere that white evokes comfort, which is I guess why you see it predominantly in spas & such.

We will have a silver bath tray with different items in it for our guests. Inexpensive liquid soap will be put in liquid hand dispensers with the pump. And, I found some faux linen white damask hand towels (disposable) that will add a nice subtle touch. Air fresheners will definitely be on hand. Here are some items we'll have displayed:

Ladies Room-

* An extra pair of nude pantyhose! A size larger than average to accommodate the widest variety of sizes.
* Tylenol and aspirin. Make sure to have a non-aspirin option available for those that can’t take aspirin. Small travel bottles or individual packets should be plenty.
* Tampons and maxi pads
* Hair spray
* Travel sewing kit
* Safety pins in a variety of sizes. (I had to use these to hold a bridesmaid’s top together at a reception after it split up the seam!)
* Bobby pins
* Static Guard tote size
* Shout Wipes or Tide To Go stain pen
* Deodorant Spray
* Imodium A-D
* Tums or another antacid
* Breath mints
* Floss
* Contact lens solution
* Manicure set
* Clear fingernail polish
* Tissues in a pocket pack
* Cough drops

Men's Room will have everything the Ladies have, minus the feminine products & pantyhose!
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 |  -, United states  |  03/24/2008
just book marked this post for my own planning needs. This is really really smart thinking! I love the idea of a basket or something in the bathroom.
 |  Herndon, VA, United states  |  03/24/2008
Such good ideas! Thanks Sonya!
 |  Joliet, IL, United states  |  03/24/2008
HA!  You're definitely my planning twin. I haven't posted about this since I don't have any of the products yet but I have a page and a half list of bathroom items for guest bathroom use. I shall email it to you once I get home cuz I'm in class and can't look through my bag for my usb drive LOL

One thing I see off hand not on your list here is hand sanitizer.
 |  Hamilton, ON, Canada  |  03/24/2008
What a great idea!
I am all about the details too!
It is one reason why we went with our hall because they pay attention to detail like having cloth hand towels in the restrooms.
I am defiantly all over this idea! Thats !!
Happy planning :)
gratefulbride
 |  Charlotte, NC, United states  |  03/24/2008
Thanks ladies.  Marta, definitely email me!  And yes, I completely forgot the hand sanitizer!  Gotta have that & some Lever body wipes on hand.
 |  Miami, FL, United states  |  03/24/2008
So thoughtful!
 |  Chicago, IL, United states  |  03/24/2008
You got mail :)

I put the poems I found in there as well.

Here's one if anyone is interested. I have 4 more. Be happy to email.

If your skin feels dry, your hair out of place,
Your throat is parched, or whatever the case.
We've put this together to help you along,
Now get yourself out there before the next song!
 |  Gig harbor, WA, United states  |  03/25/2008
wow you got this covered! I def agree that I will run home if necessary to use the restroom! I really like that you added contact solution for us contact wearers. I can't tell you how many times I was in desperate need of solution!
 |  Charlotte, NC, United states  |  03/25/2008
Thanks Aly!  My beau wears contacts & I share inhis agony when the mishaps occur!
 |  Stockton, CA, United states  |  05/26/2008
hey mama!!!

i like all the items!!  how about lint brush, gum and ponytail holders too??  my gf's tend to put their hair up after a little dancing =)
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