Decor & Rentals Blog

Romance in the French Countryside: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Grand Rapids Cover Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  January 5, 2023

“My vision for the shoot was soft shades of blue with pops of pastel pink. I really wanted to create an elevated look using unique wood chairs and vintage detailed dishes,” our planner Emmaleigh, of Emmaleigh White Wedding & Event Planning, gushes. The team of amazing creators was able to elevate this cover shoot to something you would see if you were to get married in the French countryside. This stunning theme made it easy for both Onyx and Opal Creative Co. and Peace Love Films to capture the shoot beautifully!

A Rustic Chic Celebration in Three Oaks, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Hollie & Ann Giannini

Allyson Hutchison |  January 4, 2023

Hollie always envisioned herself having a winter wedding in a long-sleeved dress with a fur coat to keep her warm. This was the idea that Hollie and Ann ran with as they began the planning for their dream wedding.

This Grand Rapids Styled Elopement has Boho, Vintage and Modern Touches

Allyson Hutchison |  December 20, 2022

The idea for this shoot originated from Larissa Antaya, the photographer and planner of this shoot. She wanted to create something that was bohemian with both vintage and modern details. We think the creative team pulled together a beautiful shoot that reflects Larissa's idea perfectly.

See a Unique Color Palette in this Elegant Southwest Michigan Fall Celebration: The Real Wedding of Katie and Nick Knowles

Allyson Hutchison |  December 14, 2022

After meeting virtually during COVID, Katie and Nick went out for the first time in June of 2020 when restaurants had started to reopen. Nick even stopped by a gas station beforehand to make sure Katie would have a mask if she didn't bring one, then became a jokester at dinner.

A Boho Farm Field Celebration in Northern Indiana: The Real Wedding of Grayson and Parker Warren

Allyson Hutchison |  November 30, 2022

When Parker's brother got married, he was able to meet Grayson for the first time, who was there as a guest of the bride. During setup, Parker and Grayson were both designated to hanging up string lights and they got to talking. Sophomore Grayson was was excited to be talking to a senior.

This Grand Rapids Camp Style Shoot is Taking Us Back to the Age of Disco

Allyson Hutchison |  November 15, 2022

Feeling nostalgic for the care-free vibes that were a major part of this decade, a team of creative wedding vendors in the Grand Rapids area got together to pull off a shoot that was filled to the brim with vintage looks of the 1970s.

A Farm Field Celebration with Plenty of Personal Touches: The Real Wedding of Adriana and David Elser

Allyson Hutchison |  October 19, 2022

During the main portion of the COVID lockdown in 2020, Adriana and David chose to swipe right. Twelve days after a socially-distanced first date, they decided to move in together to avoid quarantine without one another.

An Industrial Northern Indiana Celebration: The Real Wedding of Halie and Caleb Hull

Allyson Hutchison |  October 12, 2022

When Halie and Caleb both decided to swipe right on a dating app, they didn't know that they were starting their forever together. While they were still living in the first apartment they had together, Caleb set it up as a romantic scene and they had dinner together.

Discover Northern Michigan's Natural Beauty at this Vineyard Celebration: The Real Wedding of Abbey and Joel Mitter

Allyson Hutchison |  October 5, 2022

Abbey and Joel met through mutual friends during their very last semester at college. A few years later, Abbey and some friends ran in the Chicago Marathon of 2019, and Joel decided to propose to her when she crossed the finish line.

Coffee and Donuts are the Best Dessert for this Romantic, Autumnal Lakeside Style Shoot!

Allyson Hutchison |  September 29, 2022

This stunning Southwest Michigan venue, North Lake Weddings and Events, was the whole inspiration for this shoot.