Getting Organized With The Erin Condren LifePlanner

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I think I'm a pretty organized in general but I could always use a little help. As a freelance photographer/consultant/writer, I always have projects, appointments and deadlines to track and stay on top off. I've been using a digital organizing app which I supplement with a notebook because there are certain things that I just need to write down. It may sound archaic in this day and age but it just works better for me to have a written to-do list because it reinforces the tasks I have to get done and writing things down also works as a memory device for me.

Enter the Erin Condren LifePlanner™...  I've seen these around and now that I have my very own, I get why this is such a must have organizational tool for so many people. And what's really cool is that there are so many different options available to suit any number of needs.

The signature coiled Erin Condren LifePlanner™ which is one of the most popular offers a number of customizable options for a truly personalized planner tailored to your style.  The dimensions of this LifePlanner™ is 7 x 9 inches (18 x 23cm) The cover is a substantial laminated cover stock that’s sturdy and easy to maintain. I'm a big fan of personalized products so I had fun with the selections to create the planner of my dreams.

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COVER
You get to choose from a selection of cover styles which range from classic to graphic. There  are even options using your own photos. Any cover can be personalized with your name, initials or monogram at no additional charge. This colorful and chic marble design really spoke to me and I always prefer using my initials over my full name.

COIL
This planner is coil bounded. The standard finish is platinum but you can also change it to gold, rose gold, or black for an additional charge. I think rose gold was the perfect complement to my cover choice.

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CALENDAR
You choose between three options for your calendar:  18 month (July 2017-December 2018),  12 month (July 2017-June 2018 or January 2018-December 2018). I went with the second 12 month option.

PAGE LAYOUT
There are also three different options for the page layout – vertical, horizontal, and hourly. I debated between the vertical and horizontal but ultimately chose the latter because the layout works better since I like to work in list form.

COLOR THEME
For the calendar pages and dividers, there is a choice between a colorful or neutral theme. Both have their appeal but neutral is more my style at this point in my life.

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Each month starts off with a reinforced tab that has an inspirational quote, with a facing blank page that can be used for notes.

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The Keep It Together folder is not only pretty but functional as well. It's great for organizing any odds and ends you may have.

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The sticker pages offer up a fun and colorful way to call out special occasions as well reminders for tasks and appointments.  I love how these speak to my inner child since I was an avid sticker collector when I was young.

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There are lined pages there are dot grid pages and then there are coloring book pages. Coloring can be an effective way to counter stress. Just sayin...

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The Erin Condren Life Planner has no shortage of calendars. There is a year-at-a-glance (to start the planner), month-at-a-glance (at the beginning of each new month), week-at-a-glance (for your day to day planning, a year-at-a-glance of the coming year (following the end of the current one). And if that wasn't enough, there is also a perpetual calendar that can be used to remember birthdays, anniversaries and other special dates that never change.

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And if that wasn't enough, there are all the ACCESSORIES! Each Lifeplanner comes with a Plan For It Pouch which can be used to stash loose items. It also come with some fun goodies like compliment cards, gift labels, discount cards for friends and family and a coilclip connector that can be used to attach and save photos, cards or whatever.

For more sticker fun there is the Classic Edition Designer Sticker Book. The cover is super pretty and so is the collection of designer stickers inside. I can see myself having so much fun with these. The cute sticky notes can be snapped in for handy access. The dual-tip markers which are offered in a pack of pastels as well as a pack of classic colors provide flexibility of both fine and marker tips so they can be used for writing, drawing or whatever.

And if you ever decide you'd like to change up the look of your planner, it's as easy as snapping on one of their interchangeable covers. How cool is that!

I'm just so excited about my Erin Condren LifePlanner™ and I really look forward to using it! Being able to get it customized to my needs makes it extra special and will go along way to keeping me organized. The quality of the planner is impressive. The features are not only practical but also aesthetically pleasing which I think is really nice for something that I will be using on a daily basis. I can see this going a long way to keeping me organized and inspired. The Erin Condren LifePlanner™ ranges from $55 to $60 depending on the style you choose.

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I got to know the Erin Condren brand better at at party they threw in NYC last month. The venue was Dylan's Candy Bar, the famed candy emporium and cafe on the Upper East Side. It is quite a hotspot but not somewhere I frequent since I don't eat candy. I have stopped by there before to pick up gifts though. The vibrant atmosphere of their cafe made it the perfect backdrop for the fabulous fête.

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I wasn't that familiar with the range of Erin Condren products apart from their LifePlanners before this. I learned that the brand has actually been around since 2005 growing from organization essentials and stationery to include a selection lifestyle and entertaining products.

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The brand features a selection of home decor including pillows, throws, art prints, acrylic trays, acrylic boxes, placemats, travel mugs and wine totes and apparel/accessories including pajamas, flip flops, tote bags, clutches, phone cases, enamel flair pins and even nail wraps. There are a range of designs to suit different styles and products can be personalized with a name, initials or monogram at no extra charge. I was really impressed with the look and quality of the decor items and the personalization factor really sets them apart from a gift giving perspective.

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I had a great time at the party and I get why people go crazy over the brand now!  Erin Condren products are practical and fun at the same time.  I know I'm really going to enjoy using my Lifeplanner and it will go a long way to keeping me organized and inspired. Be sure to visit ErinCondren.com to learn more.

Have you heard of Erin Condren LifePlanners? What method do you use to stay organized?

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Erin Condren and also features complimentary products received for review.  All words and opinions are my own. For more details about my product review policy, copyright, and information about affiliate links, please refer to the Policies page of this blog. 

28 comments

Doctor Anne said...

I am digital. As much as I love writing things down (still make my video drafts in a little notebook), it just doesn't work for me. I need to have everything with me at all times and I keep forgetting to take a planner. The only thing constantly with me is my phone.

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Lilli said...

Morning Rowena! I do believe you got excited by the planner, I'm in love too, how adorable and cute! I just need one as well since Im not well organized and I have to improve! It looks perfect, colors are what caught soon my eye! And the party mucht have been so fun too. Happy Monday dear! xo

Pooja Mittal said...

such cute stationary!
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Paola Lauretano said...

So cute! I love your planner!!!
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Jackie Harrison said...

Love this stationery great presentation a pretty way to stay organize.

Blackswan said...

Amazing products, dear! xoxo

Beauty Editer said...

Stunning items dear!


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Emmylou said...

I've never heard of this brand before, Rowena! As a stationary aficionado, this is right my alley:D I love how it's so easy to customize this, and yay for all the accessories. To this day, I can never give up notebooks coz I tend to remember stuff more when I physically write them down.
Have a great Monday:)

Elle Sees said...

I'm not really into planners--I have justa basic one that I don't decorate--but I love looking at all the different customizations!! This one is so dreamy and swirly.

A Very Sweet Blog said...

I'm like you Rowena! I have to write things down to keep things in order and get things done. I've seen her products before and I always admire her use of color and cheeriness :D She showcased her products at a perfect place! I have to see Dylan's Candy Bar one day. I learned about it years ago and smitten. HaHaHa
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Shireen L. Platt said...

I am not one for planners as I do everything online these days but I love how colourful and organized this planner is. I can see how many would go ga-ga for the accessories too and Rowena, your handwriting should really be a font!

little luxury list said...

What a lovely and fun planner! I love the cover you designed and the stickers and coloring pages are a cute addition! I'm an online planner but this could incentivize me to write some things down more!

Hena Tayeb said...

What a gorgeous planner. I wish I was a planner kind of girl.. but my everything is on my phone

Kasztanowy Domek said...

Great product!

Kisses:)

xxBasia

Hanna Painter said...

Such lovely pictures!!

Oh to Be a Muse said...

I've heard a lot about the Erin Condren planners lately. I don't have one, but I do use a notebook/calendar for all my blog related stuff. Lifesaver.

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Beauty Unearthly said...

Lovely post dear! Have a great week! xx

ALLIE NYC said...

I was just saying I so need one of these. I had made plans with a photographer to shoot around town and got the dates totally mixed up. I am beyond busy I really need a planner like this in my life.

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Unknown said...

I live by my phone calendar but I also enjoy using a physical paper planner. I’ve never head of this LifePlanner I have to check it out it looks perfect for me.

Gabrielle said...

This is literally planner heaven! I don't use one right now, but if a post was going to tempt me - it's this one!! Adoring how small-scale everything is, I can imagine how helpful it must be to organise life events down to the last detail :)

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Kelsey&Kenecha said...

Those planners are super cute!

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Margaret Dallospedale said...

Hi Rowena,
They look so cute.
Have a nice week
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Midnight Cowgirl said...

The EC LifePlanner is awesome!

Lenya said...

The planner looks so cute, colorful and cheerful. Life planners are very helpftul to stay organized. Hope you are having a beautiful week so far.
xox
Lenya
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Blogoratti said...

Looking really great indeed. Greetings!

Sangeeta said...

Love the water marble effect on the cover - looks super pretty.

ann-marie said...

I love how colorful and organized the planner is. I am old school so I actually like having a planner and writing things down although I use my phone a lot for that but still. Love your penmanship.

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Bambi said...

Your planner looks ideal, I'm still trying to find a planner with ideal "set" but it's hard to find something that will be useful for me and my "graphic" notes.