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A Stunning Indiana State Park E-Session: The Engagement of Kenzie and Kent

Allyson Hutchison |  October 4, 2021

Kent and Kenzie met when they realized they had mutual friends on Facebook, but Kenzie admits they could have crossed paths long before. “I had even met his sister and parents before meeting Kent, and I didn’t even realize it!” Kenzie explains.

Pros and Cons of Shopping for Engagement Rings Together

Allyson Hutchison |  October 1, 2021

Many brides have been building Pinterest boards full of wedding ideas. One of those boards may include ideas for their perfect ring. Instead of sending all those images to your significant other for them to sift through and navigate, there is a better solution.

This Sunrise Style Shoot will Make You Want Get Married at Dawn: A Styled Waterfront Elopement

Allyson Hutchison |  September 30, 2021

After receiving a canoe from her grandfather, Haley Rheinlander of Haley Raven Photography decided to get up before the rest of the world and capture a stunning style shoot, with the help of Chelsea from Once Wild Designs. “What better way to break it in, we thought,” Haley shares.

A Minimalist Micro-Wedding in a Bloomington Backyard: The Real Wedding of Andrea and Grant

Allyson Hutchison |  September 29, 2021

Even though Andrea and Grant lived in the same dorm in college, they didn’t start dating until they had graduated. Two right swipes on Bumble led to a perfect pairing! 
 

A Farm Wedding Never Looked So Elegant: A Modern, Sunset-Inspired Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  September 28, 2021

Though often the first idea when booking a farm venue is to go for a rustic theme, Kellie Hetler of Hetler Photography wanted to prove that it wasn’t the only direction a couple could go.

A Grand Rapids E-Session Bursting with Joy: The Engagement of Lindsey and Sam

Allyson Hutchison |  September 27, 2021

Meeting at the Kent Career and Technical Center wasn’t an accident for Sam and Lindsey. It created a perfect match! Fast forward a few years, and Sam is proposing to Lindsey on Christmas Eve in front of her grandfather’s statue in downtown Grand Rapids. 

Six Trends in the Engagement Ring Industry

Allyson Hutchison |  September 24, 2021

As we all know, the engagement ring industry changes as years pass by. Cuts and bands grow in popularity then newer styles creep to the forefront. If you are someone who wants the latest fashion craze or if you wish to go against the grain with your engagement ring, this article is for you!

Party Like It’s the 19th Century: A Bridgerton-Inspired Terrace Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  September 23, 2021

After reading the books and watching the visually stunning first season of Bridgerton, Courtney Carney of Courtney Carney Photography and Lisa Norris of Lisa Norris Events collaborated to put together a shoot that repli

This Chicagoland Wedding Caught Us, Hook, Line and Sinker: The Real Wedding of Angela and Peter

Allyson Hutchison |  September 22, 2021

After meeting on the Facebook dating app, Peter asked Angela to make it "o-fish-all" during a slow dance on their vacation for two near Shawnee National Forest.
 

This Colorful Boho Style Shoot Feels Like It’s Straight from 1970: A Groovy Michigan Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  September 21, 2021

For all of you who wish we could travel back in time, this shoot is for you! Emily from Obrella Images wanted to create a style shoot that was unique and different from a typical wedding you see today. And we think she pulled it off flawlessly!