Rayna Ortwein – Owner, Designer & Avid Shopper!
Self Admitted Shopaholic
World Traveler!
Believer in love, laughter and smiles.
Most favorite moment: listening to the waves crash in, reggae music in the background, toes in the sand and the sun on my skin.
Favorite color? Blue – any shade! UK Blue, sky blue, ocean blue.
Favorite wedding is a southern affair with tons of sweet tea and flowers galore.
Creator of life’s memories, special moments and once in a lifetime events.
Rayna is sweet, southern gal from Eastern Kentucky and has lived throughout central and eastern Kentucky her entire life. In December of 2003 she met the man of her dreams and in May 2005 they married in a romantic outdoor ceremony at Talon Winery. Andrew and Rayna live in Lexington, KY with their affen-poo Molly.
- 2012, 2011 and 2010 WeddingWire.com
- Recipient of the 2009 SBA Young Entrepreneur of the Year!
- Owner of Simply Love Studio, LLC located in Lexington, KY
- 2010 TheKnot.com Best Of Wedding Planners!
- Professional Bridal Consultant (PBC) by Penn Foster University
Mallory Harmon – Lead Event Producer
Small Town Girl!
Mallory is my name, shopping is my game.
Believer in family ties, eating out and anything girly!
Most favorite moment: Sitting on the porch on a warm summer’s night watching the lightning bugs, listening to the bullfrogs and crickets breathing the fresh country air.
Favorite wedding is when it’s all about the bride and groom and nobody else…. a time when the world stands still for them!
Favorite color? Purple–like royalty:-)
I dream, eat and breath weddings.
Mallory married her high school sweetheart on her family farm outside under a chandelier strung with orchids which was definitely the happiest day of her life. This is why she has a special place in her heart for all of our brides that choose to do outdoor or farm weddings. Mallory and her husband currently reside in Shelbyville, KY with their two long-haired chihuahuas: Kip and Kami.
Andrew Ortwein – Setup and Technical Coordinator
Andrew is from Frankfort, KY and has enjoyed making movies since he was a child. A graduate of the University of Kentucky, Andrew has worked with many non-profit organizations, large corporations and small businesses to help them portray the professional image they desire. When Andrew is not working on web design or videos he can be found banging on the drums, playing the piano or strumming the guitar. Andrew is a tremendous help at almost every wedding and is the designer for the fabulous Always Planned website. He truly is a jack of all trades!
Stephanie Carlon – Business Development & Event Producer
Lover of all things Vintage, Romance and Sparkle!
True Believer in Miracles
Traveler Extraordinaire
Most Favorite Moment: Curled up with a warm blanket, coffee made just for me by someone special and sweet puppy kisses on my nose!!
Favorite colors: Turquoise, Brown and Lilac
Favorite wedding is filled with Romance, Lace, Lush Flowers and a beautiful couple in Love!
Stephanie is a Kentucky girl who loves the Big City! While born in Cincinnati and raised in Denver, Colorado, Stephanie has spent the majority of her life in the Lexington area and loves all things Southern Romance. Lucky to have a beautiful family & her high school sweetheart by her side every day! Not to mention her sweet “little” 65-lb puppy, Gabby who is the perfect combination of snuggles, kisses and attitude!
Our Support Team
The Always Planned team is made up of the most amazing and hard working people around. You can literally throw anything their way and they can tackle it with grace and style.