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

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.

On a very windy afternoon in Denver today, our fearless leader, Ms. Kerri Butler, took me on my first jaunt to Hermès… Upon entering the shoppe, I was speechless to say the least… The colors are the first thing that spring to mind when entering… the patterns are breathtaking, and the craftmanship… a work of art. I have many scarves, however, I have never owned an Hermès scarf… This will change one day soon… one day, I will own an Hermès scarf … and it will be very special to me. For those who idolize things colorful and revere unique patterns, here is some beauty to enjoy :)

one word….LOVE!

enjoy the beautiful colors and patterns… and….be inspired :)

I found this gorgeous wedding gown by Pricilla of Boston from my favorite collection “Vineyard”

I came across this lovely bridal shower on The Scoop – it’s divine! The details are so delicate, but they shine!

The centerpiece was a DIY project – perfect!

What a cute take on the old shower game, for the guests to guess how the bride and groom respond to the same question – are those custom silhouettes?

What a beautiful and fresh take on a simple bridal shower – we love it!

Completely inspired by the wedding of Alissa and Ryan, as directed to me by my SIL, Blythe. This is the contemporary was to do country chic. Photos courtesy of Jose Villa Photography.

Do you love the church pews out of context on the lawn?

Love the ribbons on every chair!

Congrats to the beautiful couple!