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!)

Lavish New Store Hours

Now that Brent and I have moved to Thomasville, Lavish will be open on Mondays!

STORE HOURS:

Mon thru Fri

10 til 5.30

Saturdays

10 til 6

Coffee to go, Please!!

Unfortunately Americans are always on the go, which means our coffee is too! Thanks to one of my favorite leather good suppliers, we now have reusable and super chic coffee sleeves. I am so excited about this new product because 1. I've never seen these before 2. I LOVE mugs and hate using to-go cups, but now this will be fun. And 3. They are reusable!! What a Fun gift for those who seem to have everything!

To-go cup sleeve, $28. Comes in fushia (shown), teal, petal pink, and deep purple

Reasons to Shop Local...

For every $100 spent in independently owned stores, $68 of it returns to the community thru taxes, payroll, and other expenditures. If you spend that in a national chain, only $43 stays here. Spend it online and NOTHING COMES HOME... start the trend and shop local!

On its way to Lavish...Lilly Pulitzer Fragrance Line!!

Summer is almost here and Lavish is so excited to be bringing in a clean, fresh and flirty perfume line that will remind you of sunny days at the beach! The Lilly Pulitzer collection has three scents: Beachy, Squeeze, and Wink :)

Beachy

Opens with notes of sliced watermelon, sunny citrus and marine air acord. The sun sets on the fragrance with a blend of jasmine blossom, tiare flower, golden amber, and sweet vanilla. Follow the sun!

Squeeze

is spiked with top notes of exotic lychee, juicy pink grapefruit lotus blossom, and wild rose petals. It then finishes off with sun drenched woods and water musk.


Wink
Sparkling pear nectar, watery pink fresia, lily blossom, warm amber, and sensual musk. Wear pink and make the boys wink!!!

We are expecting this collection to arrive before Mother's Day!

Rose City Festival 2009

The 88th annual Rose Show and Festival kicks off this evening with the Children's 31st Annual Chilren's Rose Bud Parade. I have come to Thomasville for several years to run the annual Rose City 10k ( a scenic 6.2 mile race that starts on downtown Broad Street), but the weekend of festivities include Live music downtown, parades, an orchid show, the Golf Classic Tournament, and Equestrian Dressage Show at Pebble Hill Plantation, and of course, in infamous rose show!!

You should also checkou the "Big Oak while visiting Thomasville. This is a "been there, done that" type of thing.. you don't have to stay for long!

The Blushing Bride

Lavish is now offtering makeup application for bridal parties (and other special occasions!) Let our makeup artist, Misha, work her magic on your big day!

At Lavish

Bride $125 (consultation included), $75 per extra person

On Location

Bride $2oo (consultation included), $75 per extra person

Flower girls are complimentary and we will gladly stay after pictures for touch-ups!

Three simple steps for baby-soft skin...

Soak, Exfoliate, and Moisturize!!

#1 Soak : Seep Steep Bath Teas in Grapefruit Bergamot

#2 Exfoliate : Tocca's Luxurious Body Posish #3 Moisturize : Tocca Body Creme

It's Spa Night!

Not only do I not want to spend on a facial, but I just don't have the time to fit regular facials into my schedule right now. One night a week my husband has his darts night with the boys, which has become my spa night at home! This week I will be starting on the Intensive Resurfacing Peel which is a series of 12 weekly treatments. Fortunately, Murad's home facial kits are just as effective as most spa treatments and easy to use.

MURAD INTENSIVE RESURFACING PEEL

Brightening and smoothing effects similar to a chemical peel are enhanced by gentle Bamboo Bead microdermabrasion. Debris and exhausted cells are swept away to reveal youthful-looking skin while Glycolic and Salicylic Acids stimulate cell proliferation. Skin looks younger and feels smoother after just one treatment.

RESURGENCE RENEWAL HOME FACIAL TREATMENT

Improves elasticity, firmness, and hydration while diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles to combat the signs of hormonal aging. Kit also includes firming and hydrating eye gel mask to lift and plump the delicate eye area while reducing the appearance of under eye damage. Use once weekly for four weeks.

Coming Soon To Lavish...Becca Cosmetics!

After six months of researching and testing countless make-up lines and listening to my customers needs, I have finally found one that I think will be perfect for my customers. Founded in Australia, Becca Cosmetics was launched in London in October 2001 after six years of research and development.
My main concern with finding the perfect cosmetic line was that I wanted make-up that women can easily wear during the day (with out looking too done up!) but also at night and for special occasions with full coverage. Becca is a high quality product that gives a natural yet flawless appearance. Stay tuned for quarterly Becca events at Lavish Boutique in Thomasville, Georgia.

Being from Australia, Becca is made for humidity. Perfect for us in the south.
Love how these girls are so natural looking. All the way from fair to darker complexion.

Summer 2009

Flagship store in London

Love this Mascara! It actually conditions your lashes and is the "tube-it" kind. Whats great is at the end of the day you don't have raccoon circles. I DEFINITELY recommend this for brides on their wedding day!

Beach Tint for lips and cheeks. This product has won countless awards.