Venues Blog
Rustic & Romantic: 10 Vineyards for Your Wedding
Jenna Nelson | October 6, 2016Rustic wedding spaces continue to be in high demand and while barns have lingered in the spotlight, more and more brides are looking for that perfect rural space for their outdoor wedding.
The Wedding Story of Marina & David Piechocki
Jenna Nelson | October 5, 2016Marina Grishin first took notice of David Piechocki at work when he gave an Elvis performance during a work function. His performance opened the door to a friendship and later, led to a first date. David, meanwhile, had his eye on Marina from the first day she started work. From joining the bowling team to attending a Pilates class, David did everything he could to get a moment with her. Marina says she knew David was the one for her when he agreed to join her on her 14-day trip to Europe—she asked him during their very first lunch together. “I wanted to see how spontaneous he was!” says Marina. “He did not disappoint and booked his trip immediately. We have been inseparable ever since.”
Whimsical Watercolor: A Fairytale-Like Cover Shoot
Jenna Nelson | October 4, 2016All it took was a quick glance at a watercolor wedding invitation and we fell head over heels proving that love at first sight is quite possible. What was once simply a method of painting has transformed into an artistic direction for weddings and it's not just limited to the stationery, either. The watercolor trend has seeped into wedding cakes, flowers, table décor and even linens. Once our editorial team started exploring the possibilities of watercolor, it turned into one of those can't-stop, won't-stop ordeals.
Autumn Inspired: A Cover Shoot at Le Meridien
Jenna Nelson | September 29, 2016Creating a modern-yet-elegant stylized wedding was the objective of this cover shoot, held at Le Meridien in downtown Indianapolis. Brooke Tichenor, the planner at savoir faire events, was tasked with pulling together a cover shoot that leaned toward contemporary styles while maintaining a classic and sophisticated feel. The venue was the first component Brooke secured and the boutique hotel set the tone for the remaining details including the autumn-colored shades that were used throughout.
The Wedding Story of Richard and Rodica Godlewski
Jenna Nelson | September 28, 2016Although we love ourselves a grand-scale affair with large ballrooms, tents or barns, intimate weddings certainly hold their own when it comes to being every bit as wonderful.
An Industrial Romantic Style Shoot
Jenna Nelson | September 27, 2016What do you get when you take an uber-industrial venue, a feminine color palette and...sushi? You get an out-of-the-ordinary style shoot that's overflowing with inspiration.
The Wedding Story of Brian and Lindsey Smith
Jenna Nelson | September 21, 2016Brian and Lindsey met through mutual friends before he proposed in front of the Bellagio Fountain in Las Vegas. Lindsey immediately consulted with some of her married friends and knew she wanted to feel like a princess on her big day.
A Style Shoot at Hydrangea Blu Barn
Jenna Nelson | September 20, 2016It was the dead of winter, and Sarah, owner of Sarah Jane Photography, and Emily, a graphic designer and owner of Pixels & Ink, were thinking spring. They began to mull over the idea of creating a spring-inspired style shoot to welcome everyone's long anticipated season. Soon, they had visions of flowers, bright colors, and a casual backyard wedding in their heads.
The Wedding Story of Stefan and Kassie Wolowec
Jenna Nelson | September 14, 2016Over the years, we have heard numerous stories about the serendipitous ways that couples have met; but the story of Stefan and Kassie have to be one of our absolute favorites. Kassie says that her and Stefan met in junior high.
The Wedding Story of Justin and Jessica Greeno
Jenna Nelson | September 7, 2016Taking a huge leap of faith, Justin and Jessi Greeno booked their wedding at Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn before they even laid eyes on the place!