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HMS Interview: The Girls of Lundy’s Special Events

August 17, 2008

Abigail Dobson & Alissa Tibe
Seriously Motivated, Entreprenuers, Creative and Business Savvy Sisters!
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Left to right: Abby and Alissa

www.lundyscatering.com

HMS would like you to meet the two sisters behind-the-scenes at Lundy’s.  We had a chance to sit down with Abigail, Abby as we call her:), and Alissa to find out more about these two very motivated, seriously multi-tasking business owners.  As director of special events, Abby, and VP, Alissa, they keep extremely busy while finding time for family, fun and of course fashion!

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This family owned business has seriously grown over the past thirty years.  Today, the corporate umbrella of The Lundergan Group operates Lundy’s Special Events, the premier social and corporate catering division; Lundy’s Sports Hospitality, your premier source for general concessions and hospitality; Celebrations Rental and Décor, The Lundergan Restaurant Group, Lundy’s Banquets-operating facilities at the Kentucky Horse Park, Morehead and Maysville and Emergency Disaster Services- on demand food and beverage support services.

Please read further to find out more about Abby and Alissa – what motivates them, what they love about fashion and of course what they consider haute!

Haven’t checked out Lundy’s yet?  Then don’t miss our event thisThursday at Mod!  Lundy’s is providing the food and drink, so don’t miss it!

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Abby’s Answers

Favorite vacation spot?
Anywhere where there’s a beach!

Favorite restaurant?    
Olio, Delray Beach

Cocktail of choice?       
A Great Glass of Sauvignon Blanc

Favorite gift to give?   
A personalized hand towel and a great bottle of wine

Your favorite personal item?  
My Louis Vuitton Handbag

Favorite designer?  
Elie Tahari or Theory

How do you define style? Any style Advice? 
Style is whatever makes you as an individual feel confident and comfortable

Top of your style / wardrobe wish list?  
A Great Swimsuit

What is in your beauty bag? 
L’ Occitane Hand Lotion and Laura Mercier Lip Gloss

Who has influenced your life and career the most? Why?
My Family…their unconditional love and support is what gets me through each day and is definatley essential when you’re working in a family business.  My husband and son are my inspiration, helping me to stay grounded and always striving to be a better person!

Any advice to young women today juggling family and work? 
Remember that what doesn’t get finished today, will always be there tomorrow, family should always come first!

What do you love most about what you do?
I love speaking with my customers after their events, and witnessing their amazment in how our company handles each aspect of their event with such enthusiasm and detail…bring dreams to reality is so rewarding!
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Alissa’s Answers

Favorite vacation spot?
Delray Beach, FL

Favorite restaurant?
Commanders Palace in New Orleans or Magnolia’s in Charleston

Cocktail of choice?
Maker’s Mark Bourbon

Favorite gift to give?
For new mommies a red radio flyer wagon filled with diapers, for dear a great bottle of wine or homemade banana bread

Your favorite personal item?
Blackberry

Favorite designer?
Tory Burch

How do you define style? Any style Advice?
Style is what makes you happy and fills you with confidence.  Style shouldn’t be decided by whom wears what or what the latest trends are.  It should make you comfortable and fabulous!

Top of your style / wardrobe wish list?
A new handbag!!! Vintage Gucci!!!

What is in your beauty bag?
Kate Sommerville Quench lotion and Chantecaille Aqua Blush

Who has influenced your life and career the most? Why?
I would say my parents who have instilled a dedicated work ethic and a strong sense of family, and I would say my four year old little boy, Harrison; he has taught me to enjoy being me and not to always worry about my career!

Any advice to young women today juggling family and work?
Take it all in stride and don’t try to take on the world!

What do you love most about what you do?
Its ever changing and never boring!  There is always a interesting project to work on and intriguing people to meet!
 

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Philosophy’s Soda Fountain

August 15, 2008

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With flavors of Root Beer, Cherry Cola & Fruit Punch, this yummy set of three 6-oz shampoo/shower gel /bubble baths cleanse and condition your skin & thoroughly quench its thirst.

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Soda Fountain Lip Set is a yummy trio of flavored lip glosses that leave your lips shiny, sweet smelling & delicious.

 images from & available at Sephora!

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Figamajigs

August 15, 2008

The yummiest healthy snack ever! 

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Can’t get enough of these…all natural, high fiber, high anti-oxidants, low fat (no hydrogenated oils), zero high fructose corn syrup! The dark chocolate original bites are fig, cocoa & dark chocolate all in one yummy candy…(mykids & husband love them, too!)

at Target or order online here.

image:  figamajigs.com

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Jessica Simpson

August 15, 2008

Her new frangrance, Fancy, has gotten lots of rave reviews, but I can’t decide if I like her shoes & bags.  Some are really cute…others, not so much.

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What  do you think?

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verymeri

August 7, 2008

What a cute idea and perfect for back-to-school!  These t-shirts with positive messages help start the new year off right!  The verymeri collection of messages includes “Pre-School Rocks”, “Kindergarten Rocks”, “Go Green”, and “Blast Off!”.

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The CEO, Meri Zeiff, is a former elementary school teacher and launched this brand as a labor of love resulting from her desire to ‘counter-balance’ the negative messages and expressions we see on clothing, on the playground…everywhere.

Even cooler….verymeri hosts t-shirt design contests for schools, camps, non-profits and online.  The designers, Free Arts for Abused Children, and other partnering organizations receive a portion of the sales!!!  Enter the next verymeri t-shirt design contest at www.verymeri.com

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Trend: Online Mags

August 7, 2008

A recent NY Times article brings to light the increasing number of online magazines whose appearance & ease of navigation rivals the glossy appeal of the traditional newsstand variety. 

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A page from Net-a-Porter Notes

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Hint

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Fashion156

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Luxury Culture

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images from hintmag.com, luxuryculture.com, fashion156.com and net-a-porter.com

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Roman Shade Sale

August 5, 2008

V2K Window Decor August Special!

15% off Roman Shades

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V2K Window Decor & More
601 W. Main St
Lexington, KY  40507
859-293-4099
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The Rachel Zoe Project

August 5, 2008

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Bravo viewers take a peak inside the stylist’s hectic world…..rack after rack of couture, front-row seats at Fashion Week, accessories galore, 2 crazy assistants and one often frustrated husband!

Catch the Preview Special on Thursday at 8am on Bravo.  I watched it last night…high-drama and fabulous!  A few “Zoe-isms” you’ll hear…”I die”, “It’s bananas”, “Shut it Down!”  The series starts September 8 at 10pm.

 Also on Bravo…

Flipping Out Season Finale-tonight at 10

Project Runway Wednesdays at 9

Top Design (premieres Sept 3)

Shear Genius Wednesdays at 10

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Vanity Fair Best Dressed List

August 4, 2008

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Ivanka Trump tops this years’s International Best-Dressed List.  Joining her are Michelle Obama, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, Matt Lauer, Kate Middleton, Sara Jessica Parker, and more.  View the slide show here for the complete listing which includes snippets on the honorees’ notable ensembles, causes, and more!  Vote for your favorite here.

image:  vanityfair.com

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Botox

August 2, 2008

Our girls’ morning out included a visit to Laser Perfect Medspa for some botox!

Here…Jen gets shot up!

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