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I am currently loving my 2015 Erin Condren Life Planner — making lists and writing down my plans is my favorite way to help me stay organized. I love how the EC Life Planners are colorful and interesting because it helps me to stay excited and motivated about being organized.
Recently, Erin Condren came out with a new layout for the Life Planners — Horizontal Layout. The horizontal layout is more traditional; it’s what all my past planners were — before I got started with my first Erin Condren Life Planner. So when I saw that Erin Condren was offering a Horizontal layout, I knew I would love it. I ordered the Prism Metallic Platinum Life Planner in peacock blue.
I was interested in the metallic planners before, but they only offered maybe three colors with either gold or platinum foil & there was only that one Fleur Feliz pattern. I like the pattern, but the metallic versions are more expensive than the regular planners & it was more than I wanted to spend if I wasn’t in love with the pattern. This year, there was a new cover pattern option for the metallic which I love — Prism.
This order was $75.05 including shipping (the planner was $60; shipping $9.95; tax $5.10). If you’re interested in buying a Life Planner & want a $10 coupon, sign up for an account through my link.
I ordered my new 2016 Erin Condren Life Planner and shipping took forever! There was some sort of delay with the foil printing, so Erin Condren sent me an email update and a coupon for $20 off my next order! Excellent customer service & I didn’t mind waiting because I really can’t use the planner until 2016 anyway. I decided to use my $20 coupon right away and purchase a new Notebook and the LifePlanner Launch Bundle that I was kicking myself for not ordering with my planner initially.
Finally, my Life Planner arrived! YAY!! I personalized it with “MC” for MuffinChanel & I love it. The metallic planners also come with the elastic bands that help to hold you planner closed which is definitely a nice perk. Even though it’s not 2016 yet, here is my Erin Condren 2016 Life Planner Review:
There is a velum + foil sheet next to the inside cover that is such a nice touch — it just makes my planner feel a little more special. I also like how the spot to write your personal info (for if your planner gets lost) is no longer on the inside cover, but on the first real page of the planner. This is especially great if you do change your covers.
One of the very first things I noticed about this new 2016 planner vs. previous Erin Condren planners is that the spiral binding is larger. It still feels super sturdy — not going to bend or come uncoiled in your bag, but now it’s pretty big. Here is a comparison with my 2015 Life Planner.
I love this change because now, I don’t have to clean out my planner of random papers and cards that I am always storing in there. 
I’m loving this watercolor/marble theme and more subdued color scheme. This 2016 Life Planner feels more mature and professional. The month’s quote is on the page before the calendar page.
The Calendar is more simple looking and “clean”. The color scheme is uniform and there aren’t any quotes on the calendar page. The horizontal layout is really clean and nice looking. I love the prism pattern along the top of the page and the subtle ombré. 
I like how there is a lot of space to write each day — a lined section and a small blank area for each day. There’s a section at the bottom right corner of every week for a “Thankful Thought”. Such a great idea.
2016 horizontal layout vs. the 2015 vertical layout
The 2015 Vertical layout is super bright and colorful compared to the new, sleek 2016 vertical layout. The calendars are basically the same except for the quote at the top of the 2015 version.
I prefer the 2016 Horizontal layout of the weekly view; its more streamlined and all one color. 
Here is a comparison of the sticker pages in the 2015 Erin Condren Vertical Layout and the 2016 Erin Condren Horizontal Layout. I love these stickers for just a quick pop of color to help you plan. The stickers in the Horizontal layout are cooler and more subtle. They look great with the new, more mature looking theme.
There’s even a “Vote” sticker included for the 2016 election.
This year’s folder in the back is stronger than last year’s version. It’s got a little gloss/lamination and looks a whole lot cooler than the 2015 planner. I usually end up putting invitations or mail in this folder. Usually a perpetual calendar comes in here, but mine wasn’t included :/ I never really use mine, so I didn’t email customer service about this, but the 2016 version is supposed to be pink and really pretty.
There are some new types of note pages in the back of the new planner. In addition to blank and lined pages, there are also graph pages! I am so excited to use my new planner!
This 2016 zipper pouch doesn’t have that red zipper line which makes this planner look very sleek and cleaner. I like how the polka dot design accents the pouch. I usually put stickers in this pouch or receipts.
My notebook order arrived after my LifePlanner order came. When I got the notebook, the LifePlanner Launch Bundle wasn’t included :(. But I emailed Customer Service and they sent it right away. YAY! The bundle is valued at $37, but is $25 in the bundle & if you sign up for an account through my link, you can get $10 off.
The pens in the Launch Bundle look nice. I like the colors — hopefully they don’t bleed through the pages. I do like how they came in a nice case and seem sturdy.
The sticker book has tons of amazing stickers. They’re all so fun and bright with shimmery foil. I’m so glad I decided to get the bundle.
I am beyond excited to start using my new planner. I can’t wait to use the new horizontal layout and my new stickers.
If you are interested in Erin Condren LifePlanners, definitely check them out & sign up for an account through my link to get $10 off your order! ❤
