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This Michigan Wedding is Half Rustic, Half Chic and All Romance: The Real Wedding of Jessica Miller and Cali Crawford

Chrysa Keenon |  February 26, 2020

Cali and Jess went out for coffee after they hit it off on OkCupid. Instantly, they knew there was a spark! Cali proposed to Jess at the same coffee shop they went to on their first date.

This Traditional South Bend Wedding Has a Tropical Flair: The Real Wedding of Julie and Matt Serge

Chrysa Keenon |  February 26, 2020

Julie and Matt grew up as neighbors. Little did Matt and Julie’s brothers know, all those years of playing hockey together would water the seeds of a beautiful relationship! After dating, Matt popped the question to Julie on the deck by Diamond Lake, Michigan.

Cake & Desserts

Let the Professionals at 19 North Create the Wedding of Your Dreams!

Chrysa Keenon |  February 25, 2020

Why settle for just renting a space when you can get an experience? Booking your wedding at 19 North by Froehlich’s means you get so much more than a spacious area to celebrate.

Beauty

Ten of Our Editor's Favorite Bridal Headpieces and Accessories

Chrysa Keenon |  February 24, 2020

From natural flowers to glamorous jewelry, bridal hair accessories can help you elevate your look!

This Outdoor Engagement is Full of Warm Autumn Colors: The Engagement of Kat and Josh

Chrysa Keenon |  February 24, 2020

Love struck Kat the first time she saw Josh! After a friendship turned into something more, they knew they wanted to spend the rest of their lives together. On a Sunday evening, Josh dropped to one knee in a garden and asked Kat to marry him. 

Stationery & Art

Say It All With This Gorgeous Custom Stationery: Meet Noteworthy Expressions

Chrysa Keenon |  February 21, 2020

When words aren't enough, you can express your emotions with beautiful stationery. The custom stationery from Noteworthy Expressions is created to perfectly capture the individual message of your wedding. From wax seals to textures, owner Eileen Adam believes you'll find a design you'll love. Read on to see what else she has to say about Noteworthy Expressions! 

Cake & Desserts

Our Favorite Instagram Posts 2.21.20

Kaitlyn Smale |  February 21, 2020

Say hello to another Instagram Friday (insert open arm, hugging emoji here)! For those of you just joining us (P.S. what have you been doing every Friday?!), Instagram Friday is a day where our editors celebrate and honor some of the incredible talents of Midwest wedding vendors each week.

Step Back in Time with this Stunning Historical Grand Rapids Style Shoot

Chrysa Keenon |  February 20, 2020

Dreaming of the days of elegant ballroom parties fit for nobility? Sandra of DreamBox Photography wanted to channel the energy of 17th and 18th-century paintings while adding a modern twist to their themes. This “Moment in Time” shoot focuses on European elegance and classic romance!

This D.I.Y. Minnesota Barn Wedding Is Simply Charming: The Real Wedding of Andrea and Jason Aguirre

Chrysa Keenon |  February 19, 2020

Andrea and Jason met on Match.com, but quickly realized they had a lot of friends in common IRL! After three years of dating, Jason asked Andrea to be his wife at a resort on the Lake Superior Shore. 

 

Your Heart Will Soar With This Travel-Themed Michigan Wedding: The Real Wedding of Kristen and Luke Pontz

Chrysa Keenon |  February 19, 2020

Kristen and Luke met in college, and after much encouragement from their friends, decided to give dating a shot. When they hit it off, it was a dream come true! To keep their proposal low-key, Luke popped the question at home while the couple was in their pajamas.