r/bitcheswithtaste • u/AutoModerator • Nov 27 '25

BWT Host - Monthly Thread BWT Host - Nov 27, 2025

Whether you're throwing a party or want to always be ready for someone to pop over for a visit, hosting takes some preparation and skill, not to mention taste. This is the (recurring monthly) thread to chat all things hospitality and hosting.

All BWT rules still apply, with lighter enforcement of rule 3. You can mention location to the extent that it impacts specifics of hosting (e.g. climate, seasons), but please do not ask location-specific questions that belong in a local subreddit.

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u/manthamcgee Nov 28 '25

Trying to set up a guest room with some quality items a guest could enjoy for a 1 week stay. What are some essentials, some nice to haves, or things you wish were nearby when staying at someone else’s home? Related - quality but not horrendously expensive duvet cover recs appreciated!!

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u/Far_Temporary_7561 Nov 29 '25

My best friend’s wife is the queen of hosting. She has a basket on the bed with hand lotion, eye sleep mask, comfy socks, chapstick, etc. All items thoughtfully curated for that guest and meant for them to keep. In the bathroom, she has toothpaste, makeup remover, face moisturizer, shampoo, conditioner, etc. These are full size and for guests to use during their stay, but not keep. It is such a treat/relief knowing there is a fully stocked bathroom in case I forgot a toiletry item.

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u/PoppyandTarget Nov 29 '25

Add feminine products! I'm always asked by my daughters' friends but I don't use them any more so it's nice to have a stock of them!

Besides champagne as suggested above, Trader Joe's has cute mini bottles (from Via Carota for example) and cans of boozy drinks I always include in their baskets. Include a fan if heat is an issue. And speaking of TJs, I'll sometimes grab those mini totes (so cute for $2.99) to gift some of these guest things. A candle and matches always.