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Our Favorite Instagram Posts 11.25.16
Kaitlyn Smale | November 25, 2016You've shopped until you dropped. Now, why not kick back with some Black Friday Instagram goodies! Follow these talented vendors for some major wedding inspiration!
The Wedding Story of Denis and Natalie
Jenna Nelson | November 23, 2016What happens when a family from Fort Wayne, Indiana and a family from Italy conspire to plan a wedding at Marian Hills Farm? A perfectly whimsical and wonderful celebration between Denis and Natalie.
7 Best Venues for Your Detroit Wedding
Jessica Blair | November 21, 2016Getting hitched in the Motor City? That's good news, because this on-the-rise town is booming with potential. A decade ago, tying the knot with Detroit city limits meant that guests would hole up at a suburban hotel and make the commute in.
A Bohemian and European Style Shoot
Jenna Nelson | November 17, 2016Jaky Repogle, owner of Jaky Janine Photography dreamt up a whimsical style shoot at Greencrest Manor in southwest Michigan. She pictured a bohemian, European garden style shoot with berry, pink and gold tones.
The Wedding Story of Adam and Alexis Matheny
Jenna Nelson | November 16, 2016Alexis met her future husband Adam in high school gym class. But it wasn't until their junior year at Ball State University when they started dating.
The Wedding Story of Eric and Kacey Bell
Jenna Nelson | November 9, 2016Eric Bell and Kacey Weaver fought fate a number of times. The eventual couple first met in pre-school and later re-connected when they were 16. Eric drove Kacey to the SAT exams. They ended up going on a date, but didn't pursue a relationship.
An Ultra Modern Style Shoot at Loft 310
Jenna Nelson | November 8, 2016Inspiration comes in rare form at unexpected moments. Actually, inspiration often meets us in ordinary, day-to-day moments and catch us by surprise. That's exactly what happened to Dionel Fisher, owner of The Mittentog. As Dionel was browsing dresses on Rent the Runway, she came across one gown that stood out to her. The simplicity of the dress and geometric sheer cut out in the neckline incited Dionel's creativity. She collaborated with Krystle Waivio, owner of Krystle Waivio Hair and Makeup and with Alex from Events by I. Candy and they started to design a stylized wedding that focused on a minimalist palette with clean lines and an organic feel.
The Wedding Story of Steven Rosenblatt and Rachel Inwald
Jenna Nelson | November 2, 2016Steven and Rachel met through mutual friends. Steven took Rachel to the Planetarium in Chicago and later, proposed by the lake. Their families were waiting nearby on a trolley to celebrate with the couple afterwards.
Our Favorite Instagram Posts 10.28.16
Kaitlyn Smale | October 28, 2016Ah, Friday, we meet again! Not only does this wonderful day signify the start of the weekend, but one of our absolute favorite times of the week–Instagram Friday!
10 Gardens for Your Secret Garden Wedding
Jenna Nelson | October 27, 2016It's no secret why more and more couples are going for that "Secret Garden" theme. Surrounded by friends, family and flowers, the peaceful surroundings throughout the garden grounds are the perfect place to commit to forever.