Venues Blog

Never Lose Hope: Wish Upon a Wedding Gives New Hope to an Inspiring Couple

For Nick, it was love at first sight. Shannon, however, wasn’t so sure. Both members of the same high school marching band, Shannon made it clear to Nick that he’d have to make some changes if he wanted to date her. After a couple years of being friends, getting to know one another, and making some of those necessary changes, the two did begin to date – but it didn’t last. 

An Early Morning Tea Party Inspiration Shoot in Southwest Michigan

A team of local wedding professionals in Southwest Michigan came together to create an early morning springtime stylized photo shoot in an apple orchard. The creative team of Brad and Sam or Bradley James Photography turned to Stella Event Design’s Event Planner Brittany Johnson for her expertise. 

Stunning Outdoor Ceremonies: How to Plan for the Unpredictable

Dreaming of an outdoor ceremony but afraid to commit? Event planners from the Eiteljorg Museum share three planning tips for any outdoor affair.

Merci Beaucoup, A French-Inspired Wedding Affair

A team of local wedding professionals in Central Indiana collaborated to create an elaborate vignette for brides to be inspired! Their story began with the Inn at Irwin Garden Estates in the heart of downtown Columbus, Indiana.

Dreams Come True with Wish Upon a Wedding

Cory and Janice knew of each other growing up, having gone to school together since grade school. They didn’t really float in the same circles then, but shared some mutual friends. It wasn’t until as teenagers they worked together at a local grocery store, that Cory developed, in his words, “a very secret, very pressing crush” on Janice. 

Overcoming the Fear of Weather

Want an outdoor wedding but can’t stop worrying about the weather? Work with your event planner in advance to make sure your special day is worry-free.

Pulling Off a Beach Wedding Close to Home

Imagine... a beautiful sunset, a cool breeze, sand beneath your feet and sharing it with the love of your life. This, my friend, is a beach wedding. But before you make that beachfront reservation, let’s explore this location to see if it is the right fit for your celebration.

Inspiration to Make an Old Building New Again

"If you dream it then you can achieve it. You will get all you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want." - Zig Zigler

Troy Clark feels one of his biggest dreams has been achieved. The success of The Allure in LaPorte is something he’d only hoped for. After completing his first full year in business, he enjoys helping others get what they’re hoping for.

2011 Wedding Trends

The 2011 wedding trend predictions look to a return to vintage and classic styles, an upswing in backyard receptions and a mixture of tech-savvy and eco-friendly weddings. The top wedding trends for each year are based on industry research, polling and trend-spotting by top wedding vendors and wedding professionals. Here are some of the trends to expect for weddings this year.

What To Consider When Choosing a Reception Venue

What should you look for in your reception site, aside from that sense of rightness you know you'll have the moment you see the perfect spot?  The site you select for your special occasion establishes the feel, creates the mood and begins your story. That space is one of your most important decisions and the following considerations are vital in determining the perfect location for your celebration.