Planning & Parties Blog
A Magical Moment: Northern Indiana 2014 Summer Cover Shoot
Kathy Jonas | July 1, 2014MichaelAngelos The Event Company is the creative force behind this romantic photo shoot in an historic barn venue in Berrien Springs. There’s no rule that barn/vineyard weddings need to be vintage styled and our team delivered on a high-end event mixing metals and hard surfaces with soft, natural elements.
Wedding Insurance: A Hedge Against the Unforeseen
WeddingDay | April 17, 2014The actual cost of insurance is quite small in comparison to the total cost. Protecting the investments you’ve made only makes sense.
WeddingDay Exclusive with Randy Fenoli
WeddingDay | December 26, 2013As a child on a cattle farm in Southern Illinois, Randy Fenoli used to daydream about Marlo Thomas and her television show, “That Girl.” He started sewing at age nine with a Marlo Thomas McCall’s dress pattern.
Style for the Mother of the Bride: Find a Look That's All Your Own
Kathy Jonas | September 18, 2013Finding a mother of the bride or mother of the groom dress is difficult: you don’t want to look like Queen Elizabeth, but you also want to avoid any resemblance to a Kardashian.
My Wedding In//Lafayette and West Lafayette, IN
WeddingDay | July 26, 2013In the land of “Old Gold & Black” history and tradition, there’s a draw to Lafayette– West Lafayette that’s created a dynamic community with something for everyone. Whether your interests lie in trekking the great outdoors or experiencing the thrill of the big game, finding an eclectic piece of art or taking a step back in time- it’s all right here just waiting to be explored.
Five Tips for Seamless Seating Arrangements
Megan Painter | July 2, 2013With experience coordinating more than 100 weddings, I’ve become accustomed to the hiccups that can happen on the bride and groom’s big day. While the majority of weddings run smoothly, there are typically one or two to-do items that get overlooked. The biggest one I encounter is the seating arrangements—or lack thereof.
You Are Welcome!
Amanda Wood | June 24, 2013As you continue to choose all of the details for your special wedding celebration, don’t forget to welcome your guests in the proper way. Many will be traveling long distances and perhaps even using their vacation time to be there for you. The expense of flights, hotel accommodations (and even gas, at today’s prices!) can add up and you want to show them that you appreciate the sacrifices they may have made to attend your wedding festivities.
Vintage Romance
WeddingDay | June 19, 2013This photo shoot captures everything for your dream vintage wedding – from luscious blush roses to delicate, antique china. Luxuriate in the vision created by our style experts as you imagine your own wedding day.
Wedding Day Superstitions: The First Look
Amanda Norell | June 11, 2013In the wedding industry we're full of traditions and superstitions -- it's almost impossible to get away from them. Even if you're not one to buy into superstition, others in your wedding party or guests of your big day might and won't be shy about discussing them with you.
The Grand Exit: Reception Send-Offs
Amanda Norell | June 6, 2013The Grand Entrance can often be a show stopper, but make your exit just as memorable!