Venues Blog
Meet the Venue: Apple Blossom Chapel & Gardens
Savannah Hope | April 6, 2018When you think back on the most monumental moment of your entire life, you will probably think of your wedding day. This day of importance deserves nothing but the best. Apple Blossom Chapel and Gardens is one of those venues that that has become the best because of the feeling of serenity and romance they create on your big day. It is truly one of the top places to create life-changing memories.
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Kaitlyn Smale | April 6, 2018We think we may have spoken too soon when we rejoiced about the arrival of spring a few weeks ago. They say warm weather is coming our way soon, though, so let's just scroll through these pretty 'grams together while we wait, shall we?
Written in the Stars: A Romantic, Celestial-inspired Wedding at The Armory
Carri Fras | April 5, 2018Inspired by rich colors, the feeling of romance and industrial elements, we dreamt of creating a shoot overflowing with inspiration. To fine-tune our vision, we turned to Sarah Farthing of All in the Details, who took it to new, enchanting heights! “For this shoot, we drew on the natural, industrial chic features of the building, added hints of celestial elements and tied it all together with a great deal of romantic candlelight and extravagant, floral displays,” says Sarah. Striking a beautiful balance between classic romance and trends, the shoot fuses unique details with the allure of a revamped, historic space.
The Wedding Story of Lauren & Jared Sparkman
Carri Fras | April 4, 2018Lauren and Jared met for the first time while working on an Indianapolis music festival, but they really connected shortly after that, during an unexpected encounter on a bus tour of a local neighborhood. “He asked if he could sit by me on the bus, and the rest is history!” Lauren says. “We were both there to support a mutual friend, who we now credit with bringing us together. This friend even gave the blessing during our wedding ceremony.”
The Wedding Story of Katie & Nicholas Galvin
Carri Fras | April 4, 2018Katie met Nick on Match.com© within a few weeks of joining. He not only became her first date but certainly made her feel happy she had joined! When the time came to propose to Katie, Nick knew she wanted her friends and family around. After disguising the event as a birthday celebration for her mom, he surprised her with a romantic scene in her family’s horse barn, complete with candles, hanging wreaths, champagne and even a hidden photographer to capture the moment.
The Wedding Story of Kelly and Ryan Shaw
Carri Fras | March 28, 2018So often we serve as a bridesmaid not even thinking it could lead to some romance of our own! We are so focused on swooning over the bride and groom that we may not notice anything else. Well, fate intervened when Kelly’s sister got married.
10 Outdoor-Inspired Wedding Locations
Carri Fras | March 26, 2018Maybe warm, spring days and all their gorgeous, green goodness have us inspired, but we sure are dreaming of sunny soirees and beachside nuptials these days! From gardens and vineyards to lakeside views, we have you covered!
The Wedding Story of Maggie and Will Precup
Carri Fras | March 21, 2018Attending the same high school but different colleges, Maggie and Will officially started dating going into their sophomore year of college after running into each other while on a break at home.
The Wedding Story of Gina and Alex Dardi
Carri Fras | March 21, 2018Gina Dardi says of her and her now husband’s meeting, “I’ll always remember the first time I met Alex. It was freshman year at The University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, and I saw him at KAMS and said, “Hi, I’m Gina. I’m a Gamma Phi.” Over four years, we became good friends.
A Bold, Boho Style Shoot in Northern Michigan
Carri Fras | March 20, 2018The inspiration for this oh-so-gorgeous shoot came from Melissa of Lux Light Photography. She says, “Crystal Lake Golf Club, overlooking the cobalt lake water that dips below the cascading hilltop, set the scene for this tented editorial session.