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The Wedding Story of Kelly & Logan Conner
Kathy Jonas | July 27, 2016You never know how much brothers can come in handy. Kelly Joines and Logan Conner have known each other since 2001 when Kelly’s brother, Brian, started driving Logan and her other brother, Jeff, to soccer practice and Kelly attended all the games. Kelly and Logan both attended St. Joseph High School, although he was a senior and she was a freshman. Logan and Jeff went on to Xavier University in Cincinnati, where Kelly also ended up attending. Their relationship went from friends to soulmates in 2012.
A Glamorous and Rustic Style Shoot in Michigan
Jenna Nelson | June 30, 2016Part of the reason we adore barn weddings so much is because we rarely see the same thing twice. Brides and vendors alike continue to incorporate their own take on the traditional barn wedding by fusing elements from different styles, eras and personalities.
The Wedding Story of Cameron and Cathryn Gibbons
Jenna Nelson | May 18, 2016"We knew from the very beginning that we wanted our wedding to be in a location that was meaningful to us." That's why Cathryn and Cameron Gibbons knew that Cathryn's family cottage in northern Michigan was the perfect setting for their summer wedding.
The Wedding Story of Nickolas and Blake Del Angel
Jenna Nelson | May 4, 2016"Get excited! It's finally here. I know you have been patiently waiting for the day to arrive. Well, the day has finally come.
An Industrial Stylized Wedding Inspired by Craft Beer
Jenna Nelson | April 28, 2016As couples continue to design weddings that are reflective of their personalities, personal tastes, and hobbies, we see more weddings that deviate from the traditional feminine and romantic feel.
The Wedding Story of Chas and Cari Carter
Jenna Nelson | March 9, 2016After Chas and Cari survived a year-long, long-distance relationship, Chas took Cari on a trip to San Francisco and Sonoma—two places that were held high in regard on their bucket list. They planned to do several wine tours and tastings, but when they arrived at one particular winery, Chas sugges
A Stylized Wedding at Emerald Acres Wedding Barn
Jenna Nelson | March 3, 2016Emerald Acres Wedding Barn sounds just like the secret gem that it actually is. Located just north of Indianapolis, the 125-year barn was the perfect setting for the "organic elegance"-themed style shoot that Brooke Tichenor of savoir faire events was envisioning. The quiet countryside that surrounds the historic barn is what Brooke describes as both romantic and majestic. The style concept she was after was organic, yet elegant. "We wanted to showcase the natural beauty of the barn and the lovely surrounding landscapes; the 'elegance' component was incorporated using charming decorative accents (glowing white lanterns), vintage pieces (teal blue settee), and soft, lush flowers to enhance the authentic beauty of the venue," says Brooke.
The Wedding Story of Justin and Sarah Brandenberger
Jenna Nelson | March 3, 2016Although rustic-yet-glamorous barn weddings are all the rage right now (and we really wouldn't have it any other way!), we continue to see brides who put their own take on tradition.
The Wedding Story of Ben Maupin and Ashley Underwood
Jenna Nelson | February 24, 2016What began as a friendship with a mutual love for Ramen noodles and Qdoba (they say every relationship needs a solid foundation), grew into a forever love between Ben Maupin and Ashley Underwood. When Ben realized that he had forever weighing on his heart, he decided to propose.
A Berry and Gold Style Shoot at Sundance Studio
Jenna Nelson | February 4, 2016When Brennigan of BG Photography Studios and Jessica of Jessica Smith Weddings set out to collaborate on a style shoot, they initially had a free-spirited, Bohemian concept in mind. Their original vision evolved as the elements came to life with an elaborate, rich color palette. As they developed their concept, they brought in the vendors who they felt confident could breathe life into their vision. When vendors like Marco Alexzondra of Marco Alexzondra Floral and Event Design and Amy Briske of Sundance Studio were brought into the fold, the style shoot became a Berry and Gold Sundance Wedding with brilliant elements of gold flatware, mismatched china and lush floral. The end result was a rustic-meets-vintage style shoot that was both elegant and chic.