end of summer SALE!

I guess summer is just about over (tear) and to get ready for all of our fall inventory, all of our EBERJEY (nightgowns, robes, and panties) and Lilly Pulitzer fragrances (candles, lotions, and perfumes) are 15% off today and tomorrow.

BORED!

It is raining outside and I am BORED. I never used this word growing up because there "is always something productive you can be doing!" All you Schulz's have probably heard this before! So let me tell you about some fun and PRODUCTIVE things happening at Lavish:

1. I am working on a website. It will be http://www.lovelavish.com/. Don't click on the link because as of right now there is nothing to see! Eventually it will be set up to where you can shop online. Long ways to go, so for now come and visit me in Thomasville!

2. We will be participating in the Tallahassee Jingle Jubilee November 13-15th. The Jingle Jubilee is a holiday gift mart that Junior League puts on. I will be ordering inventory just for this event, so it is worth checking out.

3. I am picking out new jewelry for the shop! I apologize if my jewelry selection has gotten SKIMPY, but I promise, great pieces will be here soon!

Hope you are having a PRODUCTIVE day in this DREARY weather!

letter pillows from serena

From crib, to children's room, to dorm room (well, maybe for the girls), these charming letter pillows are a cute way to personalize and accessorize. I remember when I was little I had several little pillows that I decorated my bed with. They then became beds for my baby dolls, pillows for the canoe trip, and now I use them for lower back support on road trips. Call to special order and expect 1 to 2 weeks in shipping!

hello mr. yellow bird

Stock up on an adorable collection of greeting cards by yellow bird. I am in love with the vintage prints and most cards are embellished with tiny Swarovski crystals. And did I mention, printed on recycled paper! $3.75 each.

Fabulous Finds Under $30

Tokyo Milk Kiss Me Kit, $26. These are actually great lipsticks packaged cute with hot mints.

Abas Coffe Cup Sleeve, $28. Perfect for the recyclers, college students, girl who hasEVERYTHING, and the coffee shop junkie

Capri Blue Candle, $28. LOVE this candle. Great gift tied with a box of pretty matches.

Alum Block, $18. A natural anti-septic block that also stops bleeding. Great for anyone who shaves legs of face!

Dogeared Tote, $28. *is much larger than it looks* So Practical!

Lollia Bath Salts, $26. These smell wonderful and make your skin SO soft.

For most people we try to keep gifts under $30, wouldn't you say? Here are some quick suggestions so you don't have to spend all day running around town for that perfect gift. In a major rush? Call me at Lavish...229.227.0079... and I can have some suggestions on the counter for you or have something already wrapped up.

What a Great Idea!

(I can see Andrew going on some early morning runs with mama under one of these!)

Wish I had come up with this idea... then I would be selling wholesale and have my mom sewing away! These RUGGED IDEA blankets are wonderful. Waterproof, windproof and adorable. With nylon on one side and fleece on the other, the small blanket ($39) is a baby changing blankie. The medium ($69) and large ($82) both have ties to attach them to strollers and also make the perfect family picnic blanket. Call to order 229.227.0079. Brent is always able to make deliveries to Tallahassee :)

Hop on your cruiser and head downtown this Friday!

I don't know how Audrey's scarf stays on! Anyways, this Friday is the first FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH, which means shops will be open until 8 pm. And the walk down to Lavish is a great way to work off some of those dinner calories! Hope to see everyone out and about!
Thomasville... It don't get no better than this!

Match handmade Italian pewter

I am not going to lie, it took a little while for Match to grow on me. I was big into Shabby Chic back in high school and Match always looked too "Medieval" for me. But now, Brent and I can't get enough of it! LOVE how masculine and heavy it is and perfect for entertaining. All of the engraved details were taken from antique Italian pieces. We just added the cereal bowls, ladle, and salt and pepper shakers into our personal collection. And as far as Lavish, we carry it all!! Of course we only have a small bit of the collection in the shop, but we will gladly do special orders!

Creed has arrived

Finally! Here are the Millesime Fragrances (which means blends of the "highest concentration of infused oils and best ingredients chosen, similar to the wine term "best of crop") that we will permanently keep at Lavish:

Fleurissimo - floral / fresh, created for Grace Kelly's wedding day

Love in White - floral/oriental, first bottle was given to former first lady, Laura Bush, currently Creed's biggest seller

Spring Flower - floral/fresh/fruity, made for Audrey Hepburn

Green Irish Tweed - green/woods/classic, one of the most popular of all time

Himalaya - woods oriental / fresh, created after Oliver creed's climbs in the Himalayas, masculine but clean

Original Vetiver - woody green / fresh, worn by JFK

Silver Mountain Water - water/ crisp, Oliver Creed's personal favorite

Imperial Millesime - citrus / floral

Original Santal - woody/oriental - known for its rare ingredient, Royal Indian Sandalwood

Virgin Island Water - fresh/citrus, won 4 out of 5 stars in a glowing review by The New York Times

Love in Black - violet/oriental inspired by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

Lavish loves...

Dylan is a dreamer. He is fascinated with faraway places and knows the most obscure facts about every corner of the world. But don't mistake his dreamy nature for disinterest - Dylan is a grounded listener who cares as much about people as he does about places.

Kate is entertainment. It doesn't matter what she's doing: everything is fun to this girl. She sees life as one big treasure hunt and she's got the map. And darned if she doesn't already know where her treasure is buried!

Market Sling for everyday Mom

the Moses basket, reinvented



... Serena & Lily. From bohemian market slings to tailored crib bedding, Serena has it all. This line is built on the concept layering. And the combination options are endless! At Lavish we will help expecting mothers choose their new baby's crib bedding and set up a baby registry, which will also be accessible online.

I have a shopping problem..

We leave for market in Atlanta tomorrow and I am so excited about all the fun things we get to pick out for Lavish! Can't wait to bring you back all sorts of goodies :)

CREED ... it is official!

We are so excited to announce our newest line here at Lavish... CREED! We feel so priveleged that we were selected to carry this exclusive line and that it is now available in south Georgia. And what sets Creed apart from other fragrance lines? many...

1. CREED is one of the world's only dynastic, privately owned luxury lines. Beginning in 1760 and passed on from father to son since then, it is one of the 100 oldest family businesses in the world.

2. Oliver Creed travels around the world selecting rare and pure ingredients. Today, most perfumes are made from synthetic alcohols and are petroleum based, but CREED doesn't use synthetic anything.

3. What do Napolean III, Winston Churchill, Audrey Hepburn and Princess Diana all have in common? They all wore custom scents created by the House of Creed. Since then, CREED's clientele includes Robert Redford, Elton John, JFK Jr, Jacqueline Kennedy, Madonna, Clint Eastwood, Cindy Crawford...

If you haven't already, you must come experience CREED and wear a piece of history!

Friday Night Alfresco!

This Friday night (July 3rd) will be Thomasville's first Friday shop and dine night! Shops will stay open until 8 pm! Hopefully the weather will be tolerable and perfect for a date night!!! My husband and I moved up to Thomasville for this reason...we LOVE being able to stroll the downtown and window shop after dinner! Which reminds me, has anyone seen the bats on the corner of Broad and Jackson...coming out of the Coffee Interiors building? CREEPY! Anyways, feel free to stop by Lavish with your pooches for a little treat, we would enjoy your company!!

(of course this picture was stolen from Anthropologie! Love the ruffled boots!)

Ohh La La!!

I have finally found the perfect summer perfume that I cannot get enough of. Tocca has done it again! Their latest fine fragrance was inspired by the love story of Italian director Frederico Fellini and Guilietta Masina. This new eau de parfum scent carries her namesake and draws from the couple's trips to the island of Corsica where the two dreamt up the director's visionary tales. Dreamy!

Top notes: Bulgarian rose, ylang ylang, green apple, and pink tulips. Middle notes: Lily of the Valley, iris pallida, vanilla orchid, lilac, and Heliotrope. Bottom notes: cedar wood, musk, amber, sandalwood.

bridal makeup

happy eight month anniversary, brent!!

which means lavish has been open for almost half a year... time flies! Find a way to enjoy each and every day!

Little Girls

So I stole this picture of the little girl from the blog, lalalovely, because I couldn't resist!! My dear friend Brandi is expecting her second boy, but WHEN she has a girl one day, this is how I envision her! Vintage, bold, and adorable!! Reminds me of when Brandi and I had professional pictures of us taken one summer on our bikes in vintage prom dresses! What were we thinking!?!http://www.lalalovely.blogspot.com

Don't forget your Daddy!

Some Suggestions for Father's Day

Dad, the Appreciates-Quality Man, Art of Shaving 3-piece Grooming Set, $75
This 3-piece brushed stainless contains the 3 grooming essentials (tweezers, nail clippers, and nose hair scissors) for everyday and traveling

Dad, The First-Class Traveler, Art of Shaving Travel Set, $200
(men love the sturdy leather case, and it comes with one of the AOS quality razors that uses Gilette razor heads)

Dad, the Gadget Man, Art of Shaving Power Razor, $150
Again and again, this is the most popular razor. The gentle vibration allows for a closer shave.

Uses Gilette fusion razor heads.

Dad, the Simple Man, Jack Black All Over Wash, $44

This 44 oz bottle pumps out face wash, body wash, and shampoo, all-in-one!

Perfect for at home, the gym locker room, or cabin. (and he will love the clean scent!)

The Benefit of Clarisonic Cleansers

Pricey? Yes. But experts swear that this gentle, oscillating brush is worth it. "It gives a healthy glow without irritating the skin," according to dermatologist Arielle Kauvar. Here are the facts

2 X more effective than manual cleansing

6 X more makeup removal than manual cleansing

61% greater absorption of vitamin C after use

What I also love is that couples or families can share the brushes. The heads are changable, so everyone in the family can have their own head. Also, you use your own cleanser... all cleansers are compatable. The brush is just making the cleansing a lot more effective, similar to an electric toothbrush. And I, unfortunately, have those ugly red bumps on the back of my arms which I can't wait to try this on. I have tried so many products, but supposedly this works like magic!

Clarisonic Skin Care Brush, $195

Interchangable brush heads (typically last 4-6 months), $25

Sensitive, Delicate, Normal, and Spot Therapy

Look for these at Lavish within the next 2 weeks!

http://www.clarisonic.com/

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Wishing everyone a wonderful day! Little birds always seem so sweet... just wanted to share!

Eberjey Lingerie...

I have been looking for a lingerie/nightie line that is flirty, flattering, but most importantly, comfy...and I have selected Eberjey! Eberjey was founded by two girls in 1996 who were on a mission to create cute lingerie that is comfortable to sleep and lounge around in.. Their signature panties, the "French Briefs" (which we will carry in all sorts of great colors), evolved in the dark days when underwear meant "bikini" or "thong". Eberjey pays careful attention to fabric quality, fit, and color. Here is a quick glimpse of what is headed to Lavish!! (even though these are shown on models, eberjey has just enough little spandex to look flattering on all shapes and sizes!)