19

Dec

Plan to get “Dirty” on your Honeymoon??

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Happy Monday Everyone!!

One of our fabulous friends, Rachael, sent us information about a fabulous product perfect for your honeymoon to keep from getting too “dirty’…….. LAUNDRY DETERGENT!

Many times, we try and pack FIVE, SIX, SEVEN or even EIGHT days worth of clothes into our small carry-on or have to sit on top of our bags to get them to close but with this product, you can pack less, worry less and enjoy more!

“Roux Maison is a unique collection of eco friendly laundry products that utilize all natural ingredients to produce fabric specific laundry detergent formulations. From sports gear to swimwear and lingerie, the range uses earth and fabric friendly ingredients to clean and conserve clothing.  Roux Maison laundry formulas are custom blended with 100% natural essential oils that are synthetic and preservative free.  The result is a deep natural clean that newlyweds can feel good about using.”- ROUX MAISON

Every product we’ve ever tried from them has been wonderful and we can’t wait to use these awesome products! With TSA guidelines so strict, they have come out with a line small enough to toss in your cosmetic bag and take with you on the fly!

From their Southern style “Sweet Tea” citrus based Essential Detergent to their Fragrance Free Swimwear Detergent and Stain Removers, Roux Maison has a little bit of “clean” for every “dirty” honeymoon!

Head over to their website www.rouxmaison.com and pick up a convenient 3-pack of 1 oz. bottles for your trip!!!

Happy Planning!

 

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06

Sep

eos = yum!

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Every bride knows that on her wedding day it is vital that her skin be soft and silky smooth and her lips be utterly kissable.  Mallory and I are always trying out the latest in products and services so we can report back to our brides.  We recently discovered eos and must admit, we are in love.  First they got us with the adorable packaging of their lip balm, then we tried their lotions and shaving creams.

I love the fruity fragrance and Mallory loves how cute they are!  It’s a win-win for everyone and the price is great too!  Easy to find at Walmart, Target,Walgreens or online at evolutionsofsmooth.com.   This line of products make great gifts for your bridesmaids and the perfect stocking stuffer for the upcoming holidays!

Make Hands Happy
Say goodbye to dry, chapped hands forever and smooth on the eos Everyday Hand Lotion.  These handy lotions, available in Everyday (floral) or Cucumber, leave skin feeling soft, supple and healthy long after you apply it. Dermatologist tested.  Hypoallergenic.  Paraben-free.
Key Ingredients:
  • Aloe
  • Oat
  • Shea butter
  • Vitamin E & C
Price: $3.99 (each)
Smile Like You Mean It
Can a lip balm make you smile? We think so. That’s why we invented this one. The eos lip balm smooth sphere is 95% organic, 100% natural, and paraben and petrolatum free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, eos keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth.
Flavors include:
  • summer fruit
  • emon drop spf 15
  • strawberry sorbet
  • honeysuckle honeydew
  • medicated tangerine
  • sweet mint
Price: $3.29 (each)

See Ya, Stubbles
eos, Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream is the ultimate in soothing, smoothing and shaving.  Made with natural aloe, oat, shea butter and antioxidant vitamins E and C, this non-foaming cream boosts skin’s moisture level and keeps it silky & soft long after you’re done shaving. So moisturizing, you can shave wet or dry. Paraben-free.
Scents include:
Price: $3.49 (each)
Smooth On
The eos lip balm smooth stick is 95% organic, 100% natural, and paraben and petrolatum free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, eos keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth.
Key Benefits
  • Long-lasting moisture
  • Shea butter & vitamin E
  • Paraben-free
  • Petrolatum-free
  • Phthalate-free
Flavors include:
  • vanilla bean
  • pomegranate raspberry
  • sweet mint
Price: $3.29 (each)
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08

Mar

A Radiant Glow for Radiant Brides

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As a bride planning your wedding you must feel an immense glow of happiness when it comes to thinking about your future (at least once you get past all those layers of stress). So why not let how you look on the outside radiate like how you feel on the inside? With the Luminess Tan airbrush tanning system you can do just that.

The Luminess Tan is the first at-home airbrush tanning system designed to offer professional high-end results. Now you can achieve that “Beach Beautiful” tan in minutes in the convenience and privacy of your own home.

You want to look your best not only on your special day, but also at all the wedding showers you will attend, at your bachelorette party, and especially on your honeymoon. Tanning beds are hazardous to your health and spray tans at tanning and beauty salons can get pretty expensive, especially when you have to keep going back week after week to reapply your tan. With the Luminess Tanning system you pay a onetime fee for the equipment and after that all you have to worry about buying are the refill cartridges once every few months.

Plus, this system is hassle free and easy to apply. You can get a complete airbrush tan all over your body in about 30 minutes, or spot tan your legs, arms, shoulders, and chest in a lot less time. This system will make you look thinner and the application involves no mess, streaks, or discoloration. Your tan will last up to 14 days, fading gently with each passing day just like a real suntan

So how do I know how wonderful this product is? Well, because I tried it out! Below are a before picture taken a few weeks ago before I applied my tan and an after picture taken two days after using the Luminess Tanning system. I did not go tanning in a tanning booth, so the glow you see is a direct result from this system. It was super easy to apply, it didn’t rub off on any of my clothes, and it looked completely natural.

Before                                                                                                                                                                     After

I highly recommend this product to any of you brides-to-be. It will give you a beautiful radiant glow during one of the most important times of your life. For more information check out the Luminess Tan website.

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24

Jan

Don’t Forget Tomorrow!!!

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Don’t forget to stop by our Sandals Night tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6:30pm down at Simply Love Studio to book your fabulous honeymoon!!! We will be having a Sandals specialist come in and inform you about all the amazing Sandals resorts and get you on your way to the time of your life!!! Food, drinks and lots of fun!!!! You can pre-register at apcaribbeannight.eventbrite.com or for more information email us at mallory@alwaysplanned.com!!!

We hope to see you there!!!

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19

Jan

Sandals Regency La Toc – Teaser Review

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Since Always Planned formed our travel division, AP Luxury Travel - we have been afforded many perks of the trade.  We call it product knowledge or client experience security, it just means that we go that extra mile to make sure your entire travel experience is beyond your every expectation.

Part of our ongoing training is visiting all of the properties you are interested in.  We have sent many happy honeymooners and couples to the beautiful island of St. Lucia and we thought it was time to check it out for ourselves.  Andrew and I decided on the beautiful property of Sandals Regency La Toc.

We arrived in St. Lucia on Saturday, January 15th and after a 90 minute journey through the island we arrived at the Sandals Regency La Toc.  Greeted with a nice refreshing cold towel and our choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage – we began our check-in with the Concierge Team (a nice perk!).  We arrived to our room (# 326 – Grande Luxe with Oceanview) and automatically went straight to the window!  This Kentucky girl needed to see the water!

Here are a few suggestions for your arrival into St. Lucia – when staying at a Sandals Property.

1.  The guy helping you with your luggage at the airport does not work for Sandals.  Please Tip him!  $2-3, depending on the amount of luggage you have.  We did $3 and had 2 bags.

2.  Your transfer driver does not work for Sandals.  Please Tip him!  $5-10 is a nice amount.  If he was informative about the Island, then tip accordingly.

Once you arrive on property you will not need to tip the general service staff.  Tipping is only permitted for the following staff:

Butler - While not required, suggested $10-20 per day.  Wait until the end of the week and tip according to service provided.
SPA - Yes ladies you can tip generously depending on how relaxed you are when you leave. :) 10-15% is suggested.
Tours – Your tour guides and drivers are usually tipped $2-3 each.  Of course, you can tip additional if you feel necessary.

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11

Jan

Travel Must Have

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There are a few things that relax me and get me excited all at the same time – shopping, shoes and travel! This post is about all three.

I have a true love and admiration for shoes and my all-time favorite brand is Havaianas. These flip-flops are the most comfortable shoe ever and they come in stylish colors and designs. The photo below is of the collection I am packing for our romantic St Lucia vacay to Sandals Regency La Toc. Stay tuned next week as I blog from the property for a real time review!

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07

Jan

Lexington Bridal Show!

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We are so excited it is Engagement Season!  :) Congrats to all of you that are newly engaged or those that have finally started the planning!  YAY!  We wanted to make sure you knew about all of the amazingly fun things happening in Lexington for brides.

THIS Sunday!!! There are two bridal shows and the Simply Love Studio open house.  Here are the quick details.

FREE!! - Simply Love Studio Open House  11am  -  5pm  Visit us there for free coffee and sweet treats! 128 N. Broadway, Downtown Lexington

FREE!! – Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal Show – this one is at the Downtown Hilton and should be super fun!  Be sure to check out the fabulous cake samples and tastings from various wedding vendors.  Noon-5pm.

$12 for each person. Jacki Allen has her annual bridal show at the Lexington Convention Center from Noon-5pm.

AND Don’t forget that NEXT SUNDAY is the Diamond Rings and Pretty Things bridal show at the Embassy Suites on Newtown Pike from 11am-5pm.  This one is so much fun and the girls from Simply Love Studio will be there so be sure to stop by and say Hi!!

Happy Planning!

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07

Jan

Counting Down – Vacay!

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I adore traveling.  Correction, I LOVE to travel.  Seriously it excites me to think about traveling the world and meeting its amazing people.  I am addicted to seeing new places, trying new foods and experiencing different cultures.  I guess you would say that our sister company, AP Luxury Travel, is the perfect fit for me.

Most of our couples decide on an all-inclusive resort for their honeymoon and the majority of those choose the amazing and luxurious Sandals Resorts.  It makes perfect sense that  Mallory and I have to travel to each and every Sandals property so we know exactly what our couples will receive.

Andrew and I are headed to Sandals Regency La Toc in St. Lucia.  We are counting down the days and only have 7 days left until we arrive!  I decided it would be fun to let you know what we will be into while there.  So stay tuned, over the next 7 days you will hear about the resort, St. Lucia, Spa treatments, packing tips, and more!

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04

Jan

Sandals Night-January 25th

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Come let us take you away to the Caribbean! The night will be complete with a luau theme, palm trees, food, tiki bar and of course drinks with little umbrellas!! A Sandals specialist will be here to speak about all of the amazing resorts that Sandals has to offer and you can find out how you can be drinking one of those drinks with an umbrella in it on a real beach in the Caribbean! By booking your vacation from our Sandals Night you can receive a $250 spa credit and have the chance to win a FREE romantic dinner on the beach for you and your new spouse! Definitely a night full of fun that can lead to a whole week of fun in the sun!!!

Tuesday, January 25th

6:30pm

128 North Broadway

Lexington, KY 40507

Sponsored by AP Luxury Travel and Simply Love Studio

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09

Oct

Final DAYS! Lexington Venue Hop!

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We are just one week away from a whole new experience for central Kentucky brides, grooms, bridesmaids, sisters of brides, etc. You know who you are! You’re engaged, friends and family of the engaged and those fabulous ladies that say NO to big puffy sleeves and opt for something more fitting of a modern southern bell. Yes ladies, break out the Bridesmaid Handbook and join us for the first ever Lexington Extreme Venue Hop! Oh and SAVE $10!!! Use our exclusive code SLSVENDOR today!!

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