Kentucky Makeup Junkie

a beauty and lifestyle blog

Soapbox Soaps: Products that Make a Difference

Learn about the Soapbox motto: Soap=Hope

So it’s no surprise that I’m a product junkie. And when I find some that I get extremely excited about – well, they end up here on the blog because I have to share my excitement! I had recently heard about a brand called Soapbox when I happened upon them on Instagram. And then – lucky me! They happened to find me too and ask if I wanted to try out some of their products for a review. Of course I agreed since I was already interested, but after trying the products I found out that I LOVE this company for way more than just the goods!

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My First Year of Blogging

Happy 1 Year Blogiversary, Kentucky Makeup Junkie!

Hey everyone!

If you follow me over on Instagram, then you might have remembered seeing a recent post I did recently on July 6th – that date is special to me because it’s the day this blog turned a year old! YAY! Happy Blogiversary to me! *celebration dance* I have learned SO MUCH in my first year as a blogger! It’s been an UNREAL experience full of fun, success, and yes, failure. HAHA. I expected it all. What I didn’t expect was the amazing friendships that I was about to make! (And if you’re curious, you can check out my very first beauty post from a year ago right here!) And STAY TUNED…there is a surprise for you at the end of this post!

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5 Awesome Bridesmaid Gift Ideas

To Suit Every Budget

So it’s already mid July – how did that happen? This season is popular for more than just sun and fun – it’s wedding season! Surprisingly, I don’t have a lot of weddings to attend this year! But usually, this is the time where I’m always buying gifts, picking out a dress and planning to celebrate. And in the past (when I worked as a wedding planner), of course I was planning every last detail for all the big days!

As a wedding planner, I used to get asked this question a lot – “what should I get my bridesmaids”? It’s customary for the bride and groom to give a gift to their maids and men, so if you’re having troubles trying to think of ideas, then here’s a fun list of ideas ready for you!

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The Best Custom Stationery and Invitations

featuring Basic Invite

Many of you may not know this, but I’m actually a former wedding planner! Although my degree and background are in fashion and design, I’ve always been in love with the wedding business – there’s something about helping plan the biggest party of someone’s life all in the name of love! While I do miss the job, I don’t miss the long weekend (and weeknight) hours that were involved. But the party planner in me surely lives on! I like to think of myself as my family’s resident party planner – I ALWAYS have a party in the works!

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Pinterest 101: The Complete Guide for Bloggers

Hello fellow blogger/business owner! If you are reading this, then you’ve probably heard all the buzz that having a Pinterest account is vital for growth. Well I’m here to tell you – it’s the truth! Ready for a crash course in Pinterest 101?

Maybe you’re asking yourself, “Why Pinterest? Aren’t there enough other social media  platforms that I should be worrying about first?” Well, if you want my honest opinion, then Pinterest should rank as a top priority for you. Why? Because if you aren’t using it, then you’re missing out on not only TONS of possible blog and/or business traffic, but also sales if you’re selling a product.

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What I Learned After Turning 30

Welp…guess what? I’m part of the mid-thirties club. Today is my 35th birthday!  Time seriously flies. I remember my 18th birthday like it was yesterday. Not that I want to go back to it, I just remember it. And trust me, I do NOT want to go back to it. Because you want to know the best part of being in my thirties is? ALL OF IT.

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