Lexington, KY Wedding Planner and Event Designer - Always Planned » simply southern weddings http://www.alwaysplanned.com Lexington, KY Wedding Planner Full Service Weddings Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:50:14 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 What’s new in the world of bridal veils? http://www.alwaysplanned.com/whats-new-in-the-world-of-bridal-veils/ http://www.alwaysplanned.com/whats-new-in-the-world-of-bridal-veils/#comments Mon, 05 Apr 2010 18:06:21 +0000 Rayna http://www.alwaysplanned.com/?p=2289 Weddings today are all about bringing out the couples unique style.  So who says you have to wear a traditional veil? There are so many amazing alternatives that can speak directly to a couples personality.

Of course there is the bird cage veil, which is so perfectly southern.  Whether real or handmade, a large flower (or even feathers!) would look fabulous in any hairstyle.

Turning Nana’s favorite broach into a hair clip or head band can add a sentimental touch.

Speaking of headbands they can to faboulous on your bridesmaids and flower girls.  You could even do a simple ribbon! A very inexpensive option that adds some flair!  And who said it has to be white?

Hair accessories can add a splash of color or bling to your big day! You could spend days searching on etsy.com for amazing homemade and vintage head pieces.

]]> http://www.alwaysplanned.com/whats-new-in-the-world-of-bridal-veils/feed/ 2 You get what you pay for… http://www.alwaysplanned.com/you-get-what-you-pay-for/ http://www.alwaysplanned.com/you-get-what-you-pay-for/#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:44:09 +0000 Rayna http://www.alwaysplanned.com/?p=1439 I love a good bargain! I will be the first to admit that I love to shop and when I get an email or text about the latest sale over at Macy’s I am in my car before I can finish reading it. No joke. Now while I admit I may have a shopping “issue”, I will say that one thing I have learned is that Quality far exceeds the value of Quantity. What does this mean? Well if I pay $100 for a designer pair of jeans that will last me 3-4 seasons, this is a much better deal than paying $35-50 for a low-end pair of jeans every year. The same thing applies to every aspect of your life. I admit there are some great bargins out there right now! Especially on designer goods- which when taken care of will pay for itself over time.

So I ask, why would you skimp on the most important day of your life? A Quality wedding vendor can and will save you time, money and worry. When you purchase a designer handbag you do not worry about the threading coming undone, but you may if you skimp and buy the knockoff. Understand?

Everyone knows that the economy is not in the best place right now, but this is not a time to “bargain” with your wedding vendors. It is time to know and appreciate their value. You would never think to ask Gucci for a discount on their latest and most popular design. Nor would you ask Macy’s if you can receive an additional discount because you got there first.

Realize that every wedding vendor does this because they love the business AND because they have a family to support, business expenses to cover and other employees that must be paid.

]]> http://www.alwaysplanned.com/you-get-what-you-pay-for/feed/ 2 Our Invitation Over-it! http://www.alwaysplanned.com/over-it-2/ http://www.alwaysplanned.com/over-it-2/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:37:06 +0000 Rayna http://www.alwaysplanned.com/?p=1080 Wedding invitations come in all shapes and sizes and this Over-it! post is all about your invites.  Listen up!

What are we over this week??  (Just realized it has been a while since our last over-it!, eek!)

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Including where your registered in your invite! - NEVER do this!  Not only is it rude to assume that your guests will be getting you a gift it is tacky to tell them just where to go to get it.  That being said, it is completely OK to include this information in the invitation to your couples shower or bridal shower, on your wedding website and by using word of mouth.  And PLEASE NEVER EVER put on your invites that cash is requested!

Going OVERBOARD with details – I just adore those fabulous envelopement invites.  You know the ones that have a little more detail than the time and place.  One thing I have noticed is that some brides (and you know who you are ;) go a touch overboard with the details.  It is fantastic to want to include everything for your guests, just don’t do it.  An invitation that sets the tone of your event is perfect.  No need to include details for out of town guests (like where to eat/shop/etc.), or the details of your bridal party.  Leave those details for the out of town gift bags and programs.

We are definitely over-it!  So what are you over?

]]> http://www.alwaysplanned.com/over-it-2/feed/ 0 Etsy.com Love-it!!! http://www.alwaysplanned.com/etsycom-love-it/ http://www.alwaysplanned.com/etsycom-love-it/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:13:06 +0000 Rayna http://www.alwaysplanned.com/?p=1068 OK- it is seriously hard not to LOVE and ADORE Etsy.com.  If you have never been to Etsy.com get ready to get lost in a world of many beautiful and fabulous things.  Enjoy!

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STUNNING!!!     -  Seller – nouveaumotley $115.00

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Simply Fab!!  Seller  – Beadbox Supply $49.50

]]> http://www.alwaysplanned.com/etsycom-love-it/feed/ 0 Anne and Chris!! http://www.alwaysplanned.com/anne-and-chris/ http://www.alwaysplanned.com/anne-and-chris/#comments Wed, 29 Apr 2009 23:56:42 +0000 Rayna http://www.alwaysplanned.com/?p=936 I always love the very first wedding of the season!  Something about having the first wedding of the year under my belt gets me geared up and ready for the year.  ;)

Anne and Chris came to me a while ago.  I have loved getting to know them and seeing how special their relationship is.  Although Chris had little to do when it came to the design and details, it was obvious he just wanted to make Anne happy.  I just adore when a groom gets it.  ;)

Anne is such a beautiful bride and it helped that all of her bridesmaids were just as beautiful.  The pictures are gorgous, the venue was great and the weather was absolutely perfect!

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I will have the photo gallery up soon.  Until then here are a few pics for you. Taken by the fabulous Frank Becker/The Time Photography.

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