Venues Blog
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 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.
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!
The Wedding Story of Alex Gouty and Sara Rudwell
Jenna Nelson | August 31, 2016Sara was the girl next door. Or rather, she was the girl across the street from Alex Gouty. And of course, we all know how these stories go! The couple met after Sara moved to Indianapolis when she graduated from veterinary school in 2009.
Why Barn Weddings Are Here to Stay
Jenna Nelson | August 16, 2016A setting sun peeking through wooden beams. Cathedral and vaulted ceilings dressed with romantic stringed lights and chandeliers. Bars made from whiskey barrels and pallets. Historic origins with modern amenities. Acres and acres of serene countryside. They called it a trend—a movement that would soon be on its way out by the time the following year’s wedding trends were introduced. They said that countryside places and rustic spaces would fall out of step with brides who would certainly grow weary of mason jars and cowboy boots. “They” are the experts who predict what’s on the horizon for what’s in and what’s out in the wedding industry. And sometimes, they are mistaken.
The Wedding Story of Mekayla & Chris Eppers
Kathy Jonas | August 10, 2016A recent graduate of Albion College in Michigan, Mekayla Fawn Diehl was working her fifth season at the Elcona Country Club at the July 4 Bash and Buffet when Chris Eppers and his parents and four brothers sat down in her section. When Chris’s mom asked her about her knee brace, Mekayla explained that she was in rehab after four years of college volleyball. After dinner, Chris invited her to play on his sand volleyball team. When the team turned out to be full, he called her and asked her out to dinner.
The Wedding Story of Aaron and Brittany Arndt
Jenna Nelson | August 3, 2016Eighth grade. Eighth grade! That's when Brittany Turley met Aaron Arndt. Within two months of their first introduction, seventh grader Aaron totally fell for Brittany, the upperclassman and the two began a nine-year relationship before Aaron proposed.