Planning & Parties Blog

4 Seasons of Weddings: Inspiration for Planning Your Dream Day in Any Time of Year

Kaitlyn Smale |  January 23, 2024

Hosting your wedding in each of the four seasons presents a captivating journey of diversity and natural beauty. Spring brings vibrant blooms and fresh beginnings, with blossoming flowers as the backdrop for your love story.

Whimsically Modern: Our Grand Rapids Photographer Collaborative Style Shoot Event

Allyson Hutchison |  January 22, 2024

For the third year in a row, WeddingDay has hosted our Photographer Collaborative Style Shoot Event where photographers from all around the Midwest are invited to gain style shoot experience and grow their connections with other experts in the wedding industry.

Autumn Love in Michigan: The Real Wedding of Audrey & Charles Edick

Allyson Hutchison |  January 17, 2024

When it came to planning their wedding, Audrey and Charles didn’t really have a plan, but they decided to lean into the fall aesthetic filled with plenty of muted tones in rust, olive, cream and light pink.

Accessorize for a Rustic Wedding Photoshoot With These 8 Exciting Ideas

WeddingDay |  January 15, 2024

Brides who love rustic weddings want to evoke natural elements and countryside vibes during their big day. If you’re planning something similar, you’re likely thinking about hosting a rustic wedding photoshoot before or during your big day.

An Eclectic Boho Celebration in Dexter, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Clarissa Donnelly-DeRoven and Zak Witus

Allyson Hutchison |  January 15, 2024

Both Clarissa and Zak love colors and the fall, so they wanted to be able to combine these things when it came time to plan their wedding. They ended up dreaming up a colorful, fall jewel-toned celebration that we can't get enough of!

Love and Finances: Navigating Wedding Expenses with Personal Loans

WeddingDay |  January 13, 2024

A wedding is a joyous celebration of love, commitment, and the beginning of a new chapter. However, the costs associated with this special day can often place a financial burden on couples and their families.

Swipe Right for 'I Do': The Role of Online Dating in Modern Weddings

WeddingDay |  January 11, 2024

Ah, love. Why does something so wonderful have to be so difficult to find? And with the craziness of today’s bustling world, who has time to find it? That’s where online dating comes in.

Dark Modern Romance in Indianapolis: The Real Wedding of Sarah & Olivia Castellano

Allyson Hutchison |  January 10, 2024

After meeting through TikTok, Sarah and Olivia fell in love despite being almost 700 miles apart! When it came to wedding planning, the venue was the first thing on Sarah and Olivia’s list.

Advice from the Pro: Top 5 Tips for Working With a Rental Company from Lauren Krempec, Special Events Designer at Burns Special Events

Kaitlyn Smale |  January 8, 2024

Planning a wedding is a wondrous journey, and each step you take brings you closer to the day you've always dreamed of. Rentals may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you envision your dream wedding, but they play a pivotal role in bringing your wedding design to life.

Cake & Desserts

2023 Weddings in Review: A Look Back at Some of Your Most Cherished Moments from the Year

Kaitlyn Smale |  January 5, 2024

With 2023 having come to an end, we can't help but be grateful for all of the beautiful celebrations that took place last year.