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Sable and Matt Shew

The Wedding Story of... Sable & Matt Shew

Kathy Jonas |  March 3, 2015

Sable and Matt fell in love with surgery as medical students at Indiana University School of Medicine. They became friends and an important part of each other’s support system – through hard rotations, difficult exams, and the trials of learning to be a doctor. During the four years of intense training, the two realized their love went far beyond post-op. 

Ashley and Marcus Przybyla

The Wedding Story of... Ashley & Marcus Przybyla

Kathy Jonas |  March 3, 2015

When the bride’s business is called “Fierce Forward,” you know you’re going to get a wedding that’s like no other. In the case of Ashley and Marcus, the celebration exuded personality: a black and burnt orange color scheme as a nod to Halloween and fall; a few skulls interspersed to signify life and death, and a ceremony on the St. Joseph River at her mom and stepfather’s house. 

Shelby and Chad Cysewski

The Wedding Story of... Shelby & Chad Cysewski

Amy Conroy |  March 3, 2015

After meeting through a mutual friend in Chicago in 2007, Shelby Conroy and Chad Cysewski were immediately drawn to each other. Six years later, Chad proposed at the same restaurant where they had their first date. After a surprise celebration following dinner ?with their families, the planning of a big city, romantic and elegant-themed wedding began.

Meeghan & Brendan Hart

The Wedding Story of... Meeghan & Brendan Hart

Kathy Jonas |  March 3, 2015

Ralph Waldo Emerson said that the “Earth laughs in flowers.” If that’s true, Meeghan Miller Hart and Brendan Hart started their relationship and marriage surrounded by lots of laughter. Meeghan and Brendan got engaged at the Central Park Conservatory Garden in New York City (where they live) and had their wedding reception at the Historic Oliver Gardens at The History Museum (formerly the Center for History) in South Bend.

The Wedding Story of... Kaitlin & Joe Duran

Kathy Jonas |  March 3, 2015

Kaitlin Riley and Joe Duran were both participating in the program Teach for America, which places recent college grads in under-resourced high schools for two years. Before the two could begin teaching in New York City in 2009, they had to pass teacher certification exams and took the exam in the library of a Chicago high school.
 

The Gold and the Beautiful: Northern Indiana 2015 Winter Cover Shoot

Kathy Jonas |  February 21, 2015

When Tracy Park of Park Place Design wanted to wrap the gorgeous Henderson Castle in a big gold bow, how could we resist? And when she threw in “caramel roses,” well, let’s just say it was not a hard decision.

There was no literal bow, but Tracy’s vision of gold and burgundy tones not only forecasted the new Pantone Color of the Year – Marsala – but made us want to cozy up next to the fireplace and enjoy an intimate and off-the-charts romantic wedding.

The Ethereal Elegance of Winter White

Kathy Jonas |  February 21, 2015

Why is the winter bride so overlooked? June doesn’t have anything on the enchanted, magical feel of the winter wonderland wedding. Our creative team—headed up by Monica Richard, MBC, of Mon Amie Events organized a wintry cover shoot in the sophisticated Crystal Terrace at the Columbia Club. And when the venue overlooks Monument Circle, can it be anything other than spectacular?

Prayers Answered: Wish Upon a Wedding Helps a Fort Wayne Couple

Monica Richard |  February 18, 2015

Wish Upon a Wedding is the world’s first organization providing wedding wishes to couples facing terminal illnesses or life-altering circumstances. Each couple receives wishes entirely through the generosity of “Wish Granters” from within the wedding and event industry. 

WeddingDay's Best Midwest Honeymoon Destinations

WeddingDay |  November 5, 2014

With the cost of just about everything we use and do rising daily, the momentum to stay closer to home grows for many. Why not your honeymoon too! WeddingDay staffers Kelly Bloemer and Kara Martin were sent on assignment to find the best honeymoon destinations in the Midwest.

Relaxed Elegance: Northern Indiana Fall 2014 Cover Shoot

Kathy Jonas |  November 1, 2014

White Hawk Country Club in Crown Point is the perfect example of how you can make your wedding feel like an intimate celebration in the backyard, yet at the same time, you have all the amenities that go along with the country club (gorgeous view, plenty of parking, top-notch catering and did we mention an accommodating staff and wedding planner?).