Yesterday I was swooning when I saw this post from our friends over at Dog n’ Bird.

This latest trend isn’t just for colorful shoes on your wedding day. Adding a touch of color to your veil or head piece will make for that extra little something.

Make sure you head over to Dog n’ Bird for the full post on Colorful Wedding Veils & Accessories.

Photo courtesy of Dog n’ Bird.

Wow, what a treat it is to feature Sarah Rhoads Photographers. I am truly honored to share Megan and Jip’s wedding with you. As you know from Part 1, Megan and Jip were married at Blue Lake Ranch in Durango, Colorado. I love when couples marry at a place that has a deeper meaning to them.

Megan and Jip met in college while they were camp counselors and have spent quite a bit of time every summer in Durango. Their wedding weekend was personal, meaningful, and stunningly beautiful.

A great alternative to candy bars are dried fruit, yogurt bites, and homemade granola bar station.

Hello! Check out these super cute bride and groom wedding signs!

You can check out more of Sarah Rhoads Photographers work by visiting their website and blog!

I was prepping this wedding for later this week and couldn’t help but post it today. Sarah and Chris Rhoads are a husband and wife team from Seattle, Washington. I’ve been following their work for almost 2 years now and couldn’t believe my eyes when I found out they would be shooting a few weddings in the Rocky Mountains this year.

Their photography is a dream and Sarah’s writing is superb. Sarah and Chris shot Megan and Jip’s wedding a few weeks ago in Durango, Colorado at the Blue Lake Ranch.

I love when couples do a first look. There is something special about seeing each other in advance.

Let’s be honest… isn’t Colorado beautiful!

Aren’t they the cutest couple? I love the smile on Megan’s face and the way Jip is looks at her. This is one of my all time favorite weddings from Sarah Rhoads Photographers!

Stayed tuned for Part 2 of Megan & Jip’s real Colorado wedding by Sarah & Chris Rhoads!

Starting yesterday (June 25, 2010) Minted. The Freshest Designs on Paper is offering a FREE upgrade to their 100% recycled paper. Most of their stationary including wedding invitations and this Save-the-Date card have upgrade options to their premium recycled paper.

All you need to do is use the promo code: GOGREEN.

What better way to help out the environment and make your wedding a little more green by taking advantage of this amazing offer by our sponsors Minted!

Photo from our Real Engagement: Sandra & Patrick.

I once received a handmade quilted blanket from a girlfriend who got married. The bride handcrafted each blanket herself and they were personalized for each one of us with our favorite colors. Finding the perfect bridesmaid gift can be hard, but I always say go personal and make it special.

Pick something that will be unique to each of your bridesmaids that will show them how much you care about their friendship.

I love these personalized photo albums from Neiman Marcus. They have a few different types of albums all which can be personalized to fit each of your bridesmaids. I love the idea of albums filled with your memories from your friendship together.

Happy Shopping!

Photo courtesy of fototiller.com.

When it comes to groomsmen gifts practicality is key. One great idea is getting the guys something they can wear in the wedding and then again after the wedding.

Ties, cuff links, and suits can be great gifts.

Check out this amazing Wyoming cowboy inspired belt buckle by Exotic Stainless Steel Belt Buckles. This is something the groomsman will be sure use again and again!

Don’t forget to check out The Knot Wedding Shop, AmericanBridal.com, and Beau-coup for more bridal party gift ideas.

Photos courtesy of Taylor Glenn Photography.