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!

After living in Seattle I just can’t shake my love of all things Nordstrom. I was recently down at the Park Meadows store and discovered the Wedding Suite. The Suite carries a number of lines from different designers with a price range of $160 to $3,300. Plus on top of your gown they can help you with bridesmaid dresses, suits for the men, and accessories.

This dress is by Tadashi Shoji. Just gorgeous and only $548.

This simple textured gown from Nicole Miller is also fabulous!

And my personal favorite …

Image courtesy of US Vogue.

Vanessa and Marcos are getting married next September at the Lakewood Heritage Center. A Touch of Bliss are planning an amazing day ! Check out their super cute engagement shoot in Denver.

A big thanks to Rachael of Rachael Grace Photography for the beautiful photos.

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

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!

“A woman truly feels beautiful when she recognizes that she is exquisite the way she already is: a wonderful, unique, and exceptional individual.” – Yuliya Raquel, owner and designer of IGIGI.

I was recently watching a rerun of Say Yes to the Dress: Big Bliss, and couldn’t help feeling so upset for the bride who couldn’t find a dress that fit her properly. It got me to thinking about designers who specialize in dresses for the curvy bride, and I came across Yuliya Raquel’s IGIGI designs which can be found in several stores across the country. Not only does she make everything from everyday wear to bridal gowns, but her designs are SUPER cute and it’s featured on real plus-sized models!

Take a look at what she offers.

Anna Be, the uber chic bridal salon in the Highlands is turning 5. Cheers! Appaluse! And the roaring 20s is alive in Denver for their celebration, and you are invited to join in the party.

Anna Be has invited anyone who has supported and will support them (hint, hint future brides) to come and enjoy a night inspired by the 1920s. We’re talking prohibition and flapper dresses. Let’s not forget, A Touch of Bliss will be there with some awesome wedding inspiration with a Coco Chanel theme.

If that isn’t enough reason to attend here are five reasons to buy tickets right now:

#1 – Make a difference! All proceeds from the event will benefit Greenhouse Scholars.
#2 – Be inspired! Eye-candy for all couples from our favorite wedding pros.
#3 – Immerse yourself in glamour. Sneak a peek at our inspiration board.
#4 – Celebrate, mingle and dance the night away circa 1920’s.
#5 – Get fancy! Girls – don your wedding dress again OR show off your best cocktail attire!
And guys wear that tux or fancy suit you never get to wear in colorado.

What are you waiting for? Check out all the details including the inspiration board for the party. See you there!

Our own cute consultant, Julia, is the model for the event photos... gorgeous girl!

Congratulations to Jenn and Kyle on going and getting themselves engaged.  We here at A Touch of Bliss are super excited to be working with them on their spring 2012 wedding – so looking forward to the delicious brunch!  Check out the fabulous downtown engagement shoot with Kerinsa Marie.

How happy are they!? So excited for their upcoming wedding at Evergreen Lake House!