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Archive for November, 2009

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

More fabulous finds for your hair on Etsy, your place to buy all things handmade. We are spotlighting the artist MGM Art Petals Artisan Accessories.

Marianna was born and raised in Hungary, Europe.

“My art is about sharing what is in my heart. I don’t create to please the world, but I create to express and share myself with anyone who is willing to embrace it…”

I fell in love once again when I found all the fun, individual creations. Check out The Bliss Book images below and the suggestions we have made to pair our looks with Marianna’s accessories.

Remember you can do anything you want, you just have to own the look.

Click on any one of the pictures and it will take you directly to Marianna’s Etsy.

Hollywood One Of A Kind Couture Headband - Gold Silk Satin with Vintage Rhinestones

Handmade Organza Flower

PETALS with Swarovski Crystals - SOMETHING BLUE - Hair Pin - Bridal Wedding Hair Accessory

Petals and Butterflies - Set of 3 Bobby pins with satin and organza

PETALS - Fire Bird - Organza Corsage Brooch Pin, Headband or Hair clip

Petals - Romantic White Blossoms

Hand Sewn Organza Bobby pins

Another great product from Cincopa Send Large Files. Also will help with your nocturnal panic attacks.

Tags: accessories, Bride, Bridesmaid, Hair, Handmade
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Friday, November 27th, 2009

The Bliss Book is offering special pricing for The Bliss Book on Friday, November 27th from 6am-2pm. To get your special deal click below at the price of $18 (regular price $25). Click…Click…Click to be inspired!

Thank you for all those who purchased for Black Friday!!!

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Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

I had a class a month back in New York and I am always inspired by the windows I often walk by. My favorite window I always visit is Prada. What a great display they had, mannequins dressed in fall fashion with runway inspired hair. The second window was an interior design window with a display of glitter pumpkins mixed with orchids, chicks and hens. What a great idea for a fall wedding. Then I fell in love with the butterfly cake because it was just so fun and sparkly. The windows have much to do with nothing but can inspire one to create. I have ideas beginning to stir and I can’t wait to show. Be inspired!

The windows of Prada~New York

The windows or Weddings Events Interiors, NY~www.ovandony.com

The windows of Weddings Events Interiors, NY~www.ovandony.com

The whimsical butterfly cake...I feel a theme coming on...Glitter, butterflies, whimsical and grand!

Inspiration is everywhere; it’s the curve of a face, a fold of a fabric, the flush of a cheekbone, a color.

What is your inspiration?

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Thursday, November 19th, 2009

It’s Etsy time again! The place to buy all things handmade. Some more of my favorites I would like to show you from an artist named Croska. I originally found Croska on Emmaline Bride the handmade wedding marketplace. Click directly on the picture and it will take you to Croska, enjoy.

Check out The Bliss Book look suggestions to go with accessories below. We are super excited for these find because the book is full of fun, fresh looks to support these great handmade accessories.

Vintage brooch silver bow headband~http://www.etsy.com/shop/Croska

Vintage brooch silver bow headband

VIOLAS a pair of bridal hair combs

SOLEIL Vintage inspired bridal brooch rhinestones comb

CLEO Bridal feather hair flower

Another great product from Cincopa Send Large Files. Also will help with your nocturnal panic attacks.

Tags: accessories, Bliss, Bride, Handmade
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Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

Dear Stylists and Salons,

I wanted to give a little “commercial” about The Bliss Book so you can get to know a little bit more about us. We hope that you are inspired and you find your bliss.

Thank you, Julie Hill

PS. Bliss book video for women (brides) is coming soon.

Another great product from Cincopa Send Large Files. Also will help with your nocturnal panic attacks.

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Monday, November 16th, 2009

Hilton Garden Inn~Indianapolis, Indiana

BRIDAL BOUTIQUE LUNCHEON – a wedding workshop

BRIDAL BOUTIQUE – wedding workshop for expert advice from area wedding professionals. Brides will hear advice on photography, makeup and hair, wedding attire, wedding etiquette, invitations, videography, wedding cakes, reception entertainment, wedding decor, honeymoon planning and much more.

Erica Gregory owner of E-vents: a wedding and event planning company.

I was given the opportunity to speak at the wedding workshop by Erica Gregory owner of E-vents. What a privilege and great idea to give local brides the opportunity to hear directly from the experts. If you are ever given the chance to attend a Bridal Luncheon, do so. You will find yourself hearing directly from Vendors you may want to hire or just hear their expert advice.

For my talk I covered how to prepare the hair prior to your wedding day. This plays a major role in your hair holding, the control of fuzziness & it will be the canvas on which your stylist will perform their work.

I prepared three models with separate looks and gave choices of veil placement, flower choice and pins. I am a firm believer that we all need visual aids & ideas, to help in leading us to the final look.

Giving an option with Model Bea~wearing a birdcage veil with her flower.

A local photographer in Indianapolis was on hand, Sarah E. Carter you can also see more about the event at her blog post:

http://sarahecarterphotographyblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/e-vents-bridal-show-indianapolis.html

If you will notice Bea's hairstyle if very similar to The Bliss Book cover, it's just modified to fit her. The large flower is perfect for her daintiness.

Because Bea's features are so small I wanted to give her heights and bring it away from her her beautiful face slightly.

Because Bea's features are so small I wanted to give her heights and bring it away from her beautiful face slightly.

This is one of my favorite choices. A bride at one time had me place at least ten Stephanotis flowers in her soft, loose up do. It was a perfect option to not wearing a veil.

Originally I had crytal pins but I decided to give a fun summer option with gerber dasies. This look is very structured and you can do many things with it. Veil, pins, flowers.......

Originally I had crystal pins but I decided to give a fun summer option with gerber daisies. This look is very structured and you can do many things with it. Veil, pins, flowers.......

I have done this look on several occasions take a look at the blog post for other options with this style:

http://www.blissbookimages.com/news/2009/10/whimsical-occasions-bridal-event/ & http://www.blissbookimages.com/news/2009/10/trash-the-dress-photo-shootbe-inspired/

www.sarahecarter.com

Friend me on Facebook~BLISS BOOK to see more on the event.

What is your wedding style UP~Soft & loose, UP~Structured & strong, Down~sophisticated & soft?

Tags: Bliss, Bride, Hair, photography
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2009

We loved the responses for The Bliss Book contest on www.shejustgotmarried.com and wanted to share them with you, especially the winner of The Bliss Book. Congratulations Kendra and we wish you happy & beautiful hair on your wedding day!

Kendra’s name was chosen from a random drawing of all entries. Her comment said:

“I am marrying a wonderful man on July 3rd, 2010. We have about 20 people in our wedding party, so I would love to have help with picking the hairstyles for so many different women, as well as myself. I am not the really girlie type so when it comes to things such as hair I have no clue which direction to go in. I would love to have a little help with making me the star of the day. Thanks”

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Caroline:

HI! Im a Hairstylist and that book would be a HIT at the salon! we love to do weddings they are such a happy time for everyone in the shop! I also am engaged and my wedding date is set for Dec 5, 2010, exactly 2 yrs to the date of our blind date… allthough we had gone to high school together freshman year and knew who each other was…. we didnt see one another but twice since. now at 43 both of us are reconnected and it is especially nice to know that there is LOVE out there for us women that have gone through Breast Cancer/ Mastectomy. I didnt think anyone would find me attractive enough.. I was clearly wrong Tim has been my strength and inspiration. You know the saying doing a hairdressers hair is the worst?? well my golden locks have come back in full force!! I NEED THAT BOOK!!LOL

Tawana:

I met the love of my life 6 years ago, he ministered and encouraged my cousin who had just lost her new born little girl named Angel. As a result of his geuniness she said, you know, you will be great for my cousin. We were introduced in August of 2002 and began chatting that Christmas Eve and became a couple the New Year of 2003. Our relationship tragically ended July of the same year, but it was not over for him and me either. He called me last year October 15, 2008 and re-connected with me. It was obvious our love never ended it was just foolishness that tore us apart. We now want to be together forever and we have decided to do that on December 19, of this year. We both have been married before, but i NEVER had a wedding, bridal shower nothing, and this time I am having it all and I would like your book to help me with it!

Angie:

Our wedding is going to be at sunrise on the beach on July 18 2010. I have short hair and I have no idea what I want to do with it. I would love to have this book!!!

Lacey:

My wedding in May 15, 2010, and I am completely lost as to what I want to look like!

Sonja:

My name is Sonja and I’m getting married on November 20, 2009 (only 5 weeks left!!! Woohoo!!). I would love this book…I need this book!! I need some inspiration for my wedding day look as well as my bridesmaids and mothers!!! Please help me!!!

lmdavidson:

My wedding date is October 2, 2010 and I am focusing on sustainable ideas and a theme that I call “Mad Hatter meets Shabby Chic” in the colors blood red and light blue. I would LOVE some inspiration. The Architect in me goes nuts for creativity!

Unknown:

The Bliss book would really, really help my fiance and I develop the inspiration for our wedding, scheduled March 1, 2011. We are scouring through wedding blogs and magazines searching for ideas! This is the biggest day of both our lives and we are drawing a blank when it comes to the theme, style, and feel! HELP!

Amanda:

I am marrying the most wonderful man in the world, Joe. Our wedding will be a traditional church wedding to be held on June 5, 2010. We will have between 250-300 guests and of course it’s m wedding day so I want it to be a cinderella story that no one will ever forget. Any help I can get is graciously appreciated

- Amanda Gravitt

Sandy:

Okay, I’ll bite. My husband’s family runs a dance studio (the oldest family-run studio in the country) and we will be celebrating its 100th anniversary over Memorial Day weekend, 2010. The main event will be an elegant dinner with performances by past and present students of the school and, of course, dancing by the attendees. I’ll have a 6-month-old baby who will be the youngest of the next generation to take over the school, so no doubt I will be getting lots of attention and would like to look my best! (See also my pledge in my previous blog entry!!!)

-Sandy Philpott

Wakeena:

My wedding date is November 14, 2009 and I have no clue how I’m wearing my hair yet. I need help!

Unknown:

I have an upcoming anniversary as well as wedding I am in, I would love to win this! November 1st and March 6th!

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Sunday, November 8th, 2009

Xtreme Lashes applied by Kathleen Champagne @ Tricho Salon and Spa Ann Arbor, MI

Lash extensions are the new rage and can be a life saver for those with little or no lashes. For those of you who want great lashes on a daily basis or for your event and want them to look natural and be an extension of what you already have this is perfect. Most of the time you will not need to wear mascara when you get the lashes. I am not an expert but I have seen many brides, friends and clients with the extensions and they love them. They are more expensive way to go then the strip or individual lash application but it is all preference and what you want to achieve in your finished look and they are fabulous.

Check out www.xtremelashes.com and the website will direct you toward a beauty professional who is trained to apply the lashes & eyelash extension salons. They will also show pictures of before and afters.

To see more of Heather’s pictures visit Trash the dress blog post:

http://www.blissbookimages.com/news/2009/10/trash-the-dress-photo-shootbe-inspired/?preview=true&preview_id=848&preview_nonce=6eab8fd7f4

What do you prefer Xtreme lashes or temporary lashes?

Tags: Bridesmaid, Make-up, Salons, Stylist
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Friday, November 6th, 2009

Blue Eye Images Key West, FL Where I first fell in love with there parasols

Imagine Three photography @ Whimsical Occasions wedding event

I found this amazing website that has custom parasols from everything with a simple word to your initials or Just Married. I think the parasols are a great addition of beauty and are a great prop for your photographer. Visit www.iDoOriginals.com and see what other great personalized items they have.

What is your favorite accessory on your wedding day?

Tags: accessories, photography
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Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009

I was recently at a bridal show and had recommended a bride, who was looking for a birdcage veil, to search on Etsy.com. Etsy is the place to buy and sell all things handmade. I have found a lot of beautiful things on Etsy and some very talented individuals. I am all about supporting those who use their talents to make beautiful things. So here are some suggestions for hair adornments from Velvet Owl I love what she does and they are beautifully done. Click on any one of the picture and it will take you directly to the item.