Venues Blog
The Art of Romance: A Cover Shoot at Gallery Forty-Two
Carri Fras | January 18, 2018This cover was all about romance and simplicity. But instead of the typical hues that exude romance like reds and pinks, our team of vendors wanted to show how the same look and feel could be achieved with light lavender and tons of greenery and florals. To bring nothing short of a wow factor to the shoot, we partnered with Magical Moments Event Planning to make our exciting dreams come to life. Another magical twist? A live artist on set to capture all the beauty and love!
The Wedding Story of Lia and Christopher Simeri
Carri Fras | January 17, 2018Lia and Christopher met in March 2010, when Lia started training at a new restaurant that was opening near her home where Christopher worked. “Our first conversation was in the tiny, little room in the kitchen where we had to roll silverware at the end of the night to get ready for the next day’s shift,” Lia says. “I’m pretty sure I stayed back there to help him roll all of the silverware, even though it was his responsibility.”
The Wedding Story of Jenny and Jake Golic
Carri Fras | January 17, 2018Jenny and Jake got engaged in the exact same spot they met—their ceramics classroom at Notre Dame. She explains, “I got switched into ceramics the night before by my advisor so it wouldn’t interfere with practice. I wasn’t thrilled about an 8 a.m. start time, but I guess it worked out!” When the two returned to campus for Jake’s sister’s graduation, Jake proposed in that very place. Jenny recalls, “It was awesome, and I was a blubbery mess!”
An English Countryside-Inspired Elopement
Carri Fras | January 11, 2018Amber of Blush + Blossom Events envisioned a style shoot that would embody the old world architecture and beauty of Europe—a place that she loves—and found the perfect Indiana locale to reflect that historic elegance with Laurel Hall.
The Wedding Story of Rhian and Danny Fahlgren
Carri Fras | January 10, 2018Rhian and Danny first saw each other in a parking lot after Danny’s high school baseball game. Smitten at first sight, Danny asked a friend for Rhian’s number and texted her right away. “We talked every single day and hung out all summer before we become boyfriend and girlfriend,” says Rhian.
The Wedding Story of Emilie and Michael Lawrence
Carri Fras | January 10, 2018Emilie and Micheal met their freshman year in college, but it wasn’t until their junior year that Micheal invited Emilie to an event, unable to fight fate any longer.
"Vindustrial" Vibes Style Shoot
Carri Fras | January 9, 2018All the great inspo behind this vintage and industrial shoot—a theme otherwise known as “vindustrial”— came straight from its creator’s heart.
The Venue Search: Where Do I Begin?
simplybesoevents | January 8, 2018“Engagement season” is in full swing, and if you are reading this, you may be one of those sweet newly engaged couples or a loved one that is ready to jump into planning your celebration!
The Wedding Story of Chrissy and Kevin Johnston
Carri Fras | January 3, 2018After meeting in the hospitality industry over a decade ago working for the same hotel, Kevin proposed to Chrissy on Thanksgiving—one of Chrissy’s favorite holidays.
The Wedding Story of Nika and Shane Parson
Carri Fras | January 3, 2018Sometimes couples-to-be meet out of the blue, and that’s exactly how Nika and Shane began. Then on December 27th, Nika’s birthday, the two were celebrating in Chicago.