Venues 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.

Our 2022 Style Shoot Design Contest Winner: A Very Peri Trip Down the Rabbit Hole

Allyson Hutchison |  January 2, 2023

For WeddingDay’s fourth annual Style Shoot Design Contest, sponsored by AAYS Event Rentals, our participants had the chance to utilize the 2022 Pantone Color of the Year, Very Peri, in their choice of three different themes: Old Hollywood, Inspi

Regality and Opulence Fill This Evansville Celebration to the Brim: The Real Wedding of Ella and Jack

Allyson Hutchison |  December 28, 2022

While they were both hanging out at a bar close to DePauw University, Ella and Jack's friends decided to set them up as dates for Jack's fraternity formal.

A Modern Garden Soiree in Fort Wayne, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Emily and Scotty Martin

Allyson Hutchison |  December 26, 2022

Emily and Scotty first met at a restaurant. When Scotty decided he wanted to go on a date with Emily, he left his number on a napkin before joining friends at another restaurant. Emily texted him right away, and they planned a date for 4th of July weekend.

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.

This Fort Wayne Wedding Venue Boasts Four Unique Space for All Couples: Meet The Charles Fort Wayne Event Center

Allyson Hutchison |  December 16, 2022

Fort Wayne, Indiana is full of stunning places to host your wedding and reception, but few of them have as much to offer as The Charles! With four unique spaces to host a wedding ceremony and/or reception, you are certain to find a place that suits your needs and tastes for your big day.

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.

An Elegant and Romantic South Bend, Indiana Celebration: The Real Wedding of Brianna and Colton Davis

Allyson Hutchison |  December 9, 2022

Though they never dated in college, that is where Brianna and Colton met. They shared mutual friends and often found themselves hanging out together. Colton moved to Chicago right after graduation, and Brianna moved there shortly after.

An Elegant Detroit Golf Course Soiree: The Real Wedding of Nuša and Devin Oliver

Allyson Hutchison |  December 7, 2022

While Devin was playing basketball internationally, he met Nuša in Slovenia. As he moved around to Turkey and Germany, Devin kept up his relationship with Nuša.