Venues Blog

Meet the Venue: The Market

Savannah Hope |  July 13, 2018

More and more brides are looking to find those edgy, yet rustic or industrial venues fit for their more modern style. A venue that perfectly fits this desire is The Market, located in Valparaiso, Indiana. They combine effortless style in a historic space with amenities like in-house catering and floral services for a stress-free event! 

A Marie Antoinette-Inspired Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  July 12, 2018

Sandra Vue of Dreambox Photography had a bold concept in mind inspired by the real deal. She says, “I had visited the Palace of Versailles in France (where Marie Antoinette lived) and was inspired by the queen’s elegant home and lavish lifestyle.

A Boho Java Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  July 10, 2018

Christine Kim of Ji Chérir Photography dreamt of a style shoot that would satisfy any hipster or coffee lover as it centered around the use of a Vespa Ape, courtesy of Urbana Cafe, a Cincinnati mobile coffee bar.

A Soft & Timeless Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  July 5, 2018

Softness, elegance and timelessness were the concepts at the heart of this shoot. “This shoot was a collaboration with Chloe Hice, the Event Director at Hillcrest Country Club,” says Ladi of Ladi Gross Photography.

Boho Brunch Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  July 3, 2018

The vision for this shoot began with Henna as the inspiration. Meaghan Keck of Birch Affair explains, “Henna artist Kelly Caroline of Kelly Caroline Henna Art reached out to me about collaborating on a shoot in which a bride would be adorned in Henna.

The Wedding Story of Paige and Jeff Girbach

Carri Fras |  June 27, 2018

It seems that even young men know that guitar playing skills might be just the trick needed to catch a girl’s interest. In this case, it helped the young man’s college roommate, Jeff, instead!

WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot: The Morris Estate

Carri Fras |  June 26, 2018

To capture the heart of the endearing Morris Estate, we turned to a dream team of talented vendors, including Fleurology Designs, Hey Sisters! Photography and Something Blue Stylists. The vision that resulted was romantic, richly toned and full of nods to the expansive wilderness that surrounds the venue—a unique collection of spaces that are full of beautiful details, modern conveniences and overflowing with charm.

Determine Your Wedding Theme Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Savannah Hope |  June 25, 2018

Having a hard time deciding which type of wedding you should have? Your zodiac sign may point you in the right direction! 

Meet the Hotel: Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago

Savannah Hope |  June 22, 2018

If you are looking for a lavish hotel in Chicago for your wedding, bachorlette party or other event look no further than Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago! This downtown hotel has a chic vibe, bar, lounge, pool and more to create the ultimate getaway before (of after!) the wedding. 

A Romantic, European Style Shoot at Columbia Club

Carri Fras |  June 21, 2018

There’s something about a historical space that is so alluring and, somehow, you seem to become a part of that beautiful story when you are in them.