We love the Do-It-Yourself trend! Homemade details and knick-knacks with special meaning for a couple are our FAVORITE. If you’re like us then you’ve probably heard of Etsy?

Etsy is a virtual marketplace for all sorts of handmade goodies. Anyone can start a shop on Etsy and sell art, jewelry, clothes, vintage items and the list goes on. It’s an awesome place to find all sorts of stuff for your home and for your wedding.

What you might not have heard of is the virtual marketplace that is specifically for weddings; Wedzu. Wedzu is like the sister to Etsy made for brides! Designers on Wedzu are dedicated to helping brides make the perfect stationary, bridesmaid’s dresses and invitations.

The editors are awesome and they post fun, new vendors on the blog every few days. You can search different categories like jewelry, honeymoon, beauty and more. Check out these beautiful veils from Sibo Designs! It’s so much fun to browse around… enjoy!

Brides, how many of you have agonized over finding that perfect heel for your dress? Are your bridesmaids stressing over their shoe, too? Sometimes it seems as if the shoe is harder to find than the dress itself. Well, there’s no need to worry because My Glass Slipper has you covered. They offer more than 250 wedding shoes from designers such as Kate Spade, Badgley Mischka, Stuart Weitzman, and so many more.

Need to find that elusive cute, dyeable shoe? They have you covered as well – get a color swatch for only $1 each to match your shoe selection to your dress.

Check it out: My Glass Slipper!

Congratulations to Rachel and Moe who tied the knot at The Four Season Denver on September 2, 2011. It was such a beautiful wedding with soft romantic details!

Swank Stems and Denver Design Works created a romantic setting for their vows on the poolside terrace.

Love N Joy Photography caught the fun and love that was part of this wonderful day!

Enjoy their highlight reel from 1321 Studios!

Rachel & Mohamed’s Wedding Highlights from 1321 Studios Videography on Vimeo.

Wedding Planner: A Touch of Bliss

Ceremony & Reception: Four Seasons Hotel Denver

Officiate: Kate Bernell

Lighting & Decor: Denver Design Works

Florist: Swank Stems

DJ: Rock Candy DJ

Photographer:  Love N Joy Photographer

Videographer: 1321 Studios

Linens: Chair Covers & Linens and Wildflower Linen

Rentals: Colorado Party Rentals

Hair: Affordable Wedding Hair

Makeup: Blush Artistry

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend… combine them with a beautiful, sleek and modern piece of artwork and you have yourself a creation from John Atencio.

Does the ring showcase the diamond, or is the diamond merely the canvas for the ring? You choose!

The Oyster Diamond Ring

The Intrigue

The Episode

The Apropos

The Venture London

The Elevate

The Ventana Quad

The Intrinsic

Did you know John Atencio studied art here in Colorado?

Found on www.JohnAtencio.com

Heading to the office or walking down the aisle and feel the need to “be-dazzle” your wardrobe?  Untamed Petals is an awe-inspiring bridal collection by Amanda Judge that will help the chic woman find her Touch of Bliss.

Amanda Judge is a California native living her dream in the Big Apple.   Untamed Petals philosophy is “the accessory make the outfit.”   Amanda takes pride in each piece of work she creates.  Whether it is imported shiffon fabric to vintage rhinestone trim , she pleases each one of her customers with her attention to detail and love for making women look glamorous!

Amanda’s accessories make bold statements for the chic and classy woman!

A Touch of Bliss Events team has fallen head over heals for Untamed Petals.  And we know our brides will too!

Pictures: courtesy of Etsy.c0m/untamedpetals

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Wrapped up in that little blue box is the new Tiffany Grace collection.  The collection features princess-cut and round brilliant diamonds bezel-set in platinum.

The tiara sparkles with an open pattern of circles and squares that would top off a gown with gorgeous.

Tennis champion Maria Sharapova wore these diamond drop earrings from the collection at the 2011 US Open.  If only I could wear something like this while exercising- it would make it all worth it!

You can find this beautiful collection at your Tiffany’s store or online!

Reverie Daydream is an online boutique full of unique products that are made with love and creative flair.   This boutique emphasizes earthy and organic products for the home, bath and body, travel, stationary needs, and men and women’s accessories.  They choose to support small businesses and artisans as they are an environmentally and ethically conscious company. Check out some of their awesome products below!

They offer specialty items and accessories for men and women from around the world such as this organic scarf from Alena Hennessy!

Their household items and accents are to die for!!   This pillow by Lush Designs is an adorable addition!

I am in love with this vintage travel journal from Laura West!  I think I might go on an adventure just so I can buy it for myself!

Peacock feathers are a great way to bring vibrant color and bold texture to your design. They’re versatile, too – they can be used in several looks, whether you’re going for vintage elegance,  modern eclectic, or want to add a touch of whimsy to your wedding. The key to peacock feathers is to use them minimally as an occasional bold accent or inspiration.

This peacock-feather hairpiece looks vintage and romantic, and would be a great accent of color next to a white bridal gown:

Found on My Wedding Dream

For a touch of flair, try these shoe clips from Sofisticato on Etsy:

In a bouquet, peacock feathers add softness and texture, and are a great contrasting color:

Image from Style Hive

Here’s a modern, elegant invitation, and the feather can be used as a keepsake:

From Newly Engaged

Check out this gorgeous peacock cake:

Image from Wedding Paper Divas

When the big-wig, smart folks over at CNN justify dropping a quick mortgage payment on a pair of Christian Louboutin heels – you better believe that my ears perk up! CNN recently posted an article explaining that the OH.SO.GORGEOUS red-soled shoes aren’t just popular because of their beauty … there’s actually a science behind why women across the world covet their heels!

The article explains, “Behind each trademark red-soled shoe is a feat of custom engineering. ‘The heel is engineering in itself,’ said the sought-after designer in his Paris atelier. ‘This little thing that supports the human weight has to have a precise balance.’”

Umm, BRIDES – for the sake of SCIENCE, get yourself to Barneys and splurge!

The article also goes on to say, “But as long as women continue to covet his designs he maintains that the sky is the limit in terms of what he can design. ‘For me there ain’t no high heel high enough,’” [Louboutin] said.

Touché, Mr. Louboutin, Touché indeed.

For all you of you brides out there that are eager to add a vintage touch to your wedding, Anitquaria is the place for you!  This online shop offers everything from eclectic bridal gifts to custom, fine china!

Want a personal touch for your Save The Date?  Try out one of their customized stamps and throw it on the back of a vintage postcard or photo!  Design your own or choose a style from their webpage!

Or you can create a personal return address stamp for your wedding invites.

For our brides who really want to customize their wedding, Antiquaria offers beautiful china and table sets.  Create a gorgeous table scape using your own unique flat wear instead of the generic porcelain provided by most venues and catering companies.  Or just collect a few small pieces such as sugar and creamer sets, butter dishes, or serving bowls to add a little flair to the table.

Atiquaria is also a great place for couples to register.  They have a great selection of table and glassware for newlyweds to customize their homes with!

Whatever your needs may be, this is an online shop worth checking out!

Happy Shopping!