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Chicago & Indianapolis Wedding Planning Where Culture, Creativity and Celebration Meet: Meet Blue Llama Events

Kaitlyn Smale |  August 18, 2025

When it comes to planning an unforgettable event, details matter—but so does personality. Blue Llama Events, recognized as one of the top wedding planners in the Midwest, brings both to every celebration they create.

Sip, Sun Yourself and Sail With These 6 Tips for a Bachelorette Party on the Water

WeddingDay |  August 18, 2025

Interested in getting away from land and taking an adventure with your friends somewhere private to celebrate your bachelorette party? Consider having your party on a boat. Setting sail for a day or weekend of adventure with your closest friends can be the perfect trip.

WeddingDay Pro Spotlight: Ksenia VanderHoff of VanderHoff Studio

Kaitlyn Smale |  August 15, 2025

Ksenia VanderHoff, owner of VanderHoff Studio, is a Grand Rapids area wedding photographer known for blending heartfelt storytelling with a refined editorial edge.

Effortlessly Elegant in Michigan City: The Real Wedding of Faith & Alec Glinski

Kaitlyn Smale |  August 13, 2025

Inspired by Sofia Richie’s effortlessly elegant wedding, Faith and Alec designed a timeless celebration using a classic black and white color palette.

Emerald Sunshine: An Art Deco-Inspired Spring Style Shoot in Michigan

Allyson Hutchison |  August 12, 2025

The design team behind this style shoot wanted to step into another era with a springtime twist, and they pulled it off beautifully! To achieve the Art Deco style, they focused a lot on geometric lines and glamorous details.

Fairytales in Focus: Meet Central Indiana Photographer, Meghan Alyssa Photography

Kaitlyn Smale |  August 11, 2025

If you believe in love stories filled with laughter, romance and a little touch of whimsy, Meghan Alyssa Photography might just be your dream photographer! Based in Central Indiana and always ready for adventure, Meghan brings a romantic, sunlit charm to every image she captures—whether it's a dr

Romantic, Refined and Ready to Capture Your Love Story: Meet Grand Rapids Photographer, Kara Hanes Photography

Kaitlyn Smale |  August 7, 2025

If your dream wedding is filled with soft light, delicate details and timeless romance, then Kara Hanes Photography might just be your perfect match! Based in Western Michigan, Kara specializes in capturing weddings with a light, elegant touch—turning fleeting moments into heirloom-quality memori

Top 7 Unique Wedding Themes for Millennial and Gen Z Couples

WeddingDay |  August 7, 2025

Gone are the days when we all felt compelled to take the traditional route. For Millennials and Gen Zs, it’s about doing what feels right for them, regardless of past traditions. 

Forging new paths is what these couples are all about!

Love in Full Bloom: A Timeless European-Inspired Style Shoot in Illinois

Kaitlyn Smale |  August 5, 2025

Designed with timeless elegance and European editorial charm in mind, this shoot was all about celebrating classic beauty, natural grace and a fresh, sophisticated aesthetic. Set along a riverfront at a private residence, the venue itself was a storybook backdrop.

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Luxury On-Location Bridal Hairstyling with Heart: Meet Blushing Beauty & Co

Kaitlyn Smale |  July 31, 2025

Your wedding day should begin with joy—not stress. That’s the heart behind Blushing Beauty & Co, a luxury on-location hairstyling company serving brides and clients throughout Northern Indiana, Southwest Michigan and the Chicagoland area.