Venues Blog
The Wedding Story of Emily and Chris Ahlfeld
Carri Fras | December 19, 2018Even though Emily and Chris share the same alma mater (go Hoosiers!), they didn’t meet until later, thanks to online dating. Emily says, “Chris and I met on Tinder of all places.
The Wedding Story of Carly and Josh Shanas
Savannah Hope | December 18, 2018Carly and Josh met online and, after chatting for a bit, Carly asked Josh out on a date (although Josh likes to claim that he was the one who asked her out!). The first thing that attracted Carly to Josh was his wit and how down-to-earth he was.
The Wedding Story of Katie and Jeremy Russell
Carri Fras | December 17, 2018Katie says of her now husband, “We actually were born two days apart and attended Purdue University the same four years, but we didn’t meet until age 25, through eHarmony!” Jeremy proposed on their one year anniversary after eating at their fave restaurant and going for a hike.
The Wedding Story of Caroline and Joe Bell
Carri Fras | December 15, 2018After attending the same high school, Caroline and Joe knew of each other, but never quite crossed paths, even while attending the same college. When they later met again playing on the same kickball team, fate had its way.
The Wedding Story of Maizee and Thomas Styf
Carri Fras | December 14, 2018Thomas proposed to Maizee with a Christmas ornament on Christmas morning, and it was Maizee’s vintage engagement ring that inspired the 1920s theme behind their wedding. Thomas had but one wish—for Yesterdog Hot Dogs to be catered.
Tropical Boho Meets Elegance at South Bend's The LaSalle
Carri Fras | December 13, 2018Bold details, bohemian vibes and a simply gorgeous design couldn’t have melded together more beautifully than in this lovely style shoot, shot in the heart of South Bend at one of the area’s newest venues.
The Wedding Story of Katy and Jamie Lukaszewski
Savannah Hope | December 13, 2018Katy and Jamie met in middle school but didn't end up dating until high school.
The Wedding Story of MacKenzie and Peter Westra
Carri Fras | December 12, 2018MacKenzie and Peter’s love story began when they were high school sweethearts. Their engagement, in fact, mirrors the notes of nature and simplicity seen in their beautiful nuptials. MacKenzie explains, “We had planned a big vacation to go out to Wyoming, and it happened there.
The Wedding Story of Jessica Lopez and John Filak
Carri Fras | December 11, 2018If there’s anyone who can get away with an elegant “chemistry” themed wedding, it’s chemists, of course! Jessica and John were both working for Caraco Pharmaceuticals in Detroit when they first met in 2011.
The Wedding Story of Vivian and Mark Liechty
Carri Fras | December 9, 2018Vivian and Mark first laid eyes on each other while attending Indiana University, Bloomington. Vivian says, “From the very start, he was intelligent, handsome and so funny.