Venues Blog
The Wedding Story of Brianna and Ahrin Lemacks
Carri Fras | February 7, 2018Brianna and Ahrin met through mutual friends in college and started dating shortly after. Ahrin scheduled a private wine tour at a local winery, Chateau Chantel, while the two were visiting Traverse CIty.
A Grunge Meets Glam Style Shoot
Carri Fras | February 6, 2018When Brittney Romeo of 430Studios and 1928 Planning Co. collaborated, it was an all-out, gorgeous grunge meets glam result. Using darker tones, raw materials and a touch of sparkle, their vision came to life.
Our Favorite Instagram Posts 2.2.18
Kaitlyn Smale | February 2, 2018And just like that it's February! While we're still loving on all the gorgeous, winter weddings in our feed, we're also starting to get excited for some fresh, spring celebrations! If you're like us, you'll be pleased to see this week's faves represent a little bit of everything, a.k.a.
A Fair Affair Style Shoot
Carri Fras | February 1, 2018Even though Christina Gutierrez of Favors and Things Events was inspired by engagement photos she had seen shot at fairgrounds, she wanted something more...a reason behind the unique setting.
The Wedding Story of Ashley and Marc Veenstra
Carri Fras | January 31, 2018Ashley and Marc met their freshman year of college when Marc’s best friend happened to be Ashley’s next door neighbor. After Marc surprised Ashley by proposing to her over dinner and champagne at one of their favorite restaurants, the two began planning the wedding of their dreams.
Elegance, Charm and a Bit of Royalty: A Wedding Day Fit for a Princess
Carri Fras | January 31, 2018Many things can serve as inspiration for a wedding, and for Mary and Matthew Mergy, their wedding was brimming with extra special components and a formal, contemporary feel that would leave Mary feeling nothing short of a modern-day, real-life princess.
Meet the venue: Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites
Savannah Hope | January 26, 2018Many brides dream of a glamorous, city wedding, but have trouble finding an affordable venue with all the amenities they are seeking. Luckily, Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites is the quintessential spot for a thrilling Indy wedding. The Hilton is located right in the heart of the city giving a bride and groom that downtown wedding with endless amenities like personalized catering and Bride & Groom Suites!
Our Favorite Instagram Posts 1.26.18
Kaitlyn Smale | January 26, 2018Another week, another gorgeous collection of posts from the 'gram! From pretty dresses to fab tablescapes, we've found it all! So, grab your afternoon coffee and scroll on to see who we're loving on this week. Be sure to give them a follow while you're at it, too!
Drama Meets Romance: A Modern, Classic Wedding at the Empyrean
Carri Fras | January 25, 2018With the beautiful Empyrean event venue as our backdrop, rich with both luxurious and modern detailing, we knew our cover shoot was sure to inspire. Combining the experience of a vendor dream team led by Empyrean’s Chief Event Designer, Renee Miner, we combined several bridal looks that seamlessly married romance with a bit of drama. “The concept behind the shoot was driven by a combination of different styles and moods colliding into one rich and dramatic, almost theatrical design,” says Renee. “We have found our most successful ideas come from a team effort and this shoot was no exception. Our design team collaborated from concept to completion and created a stunning look that encompassed the exact style we were trying to achieve.”
The Wedding Story of Julia and Vincenzo Rulli
Carri Fras | January 24, 2018Graduating just one year apart, Julia and Vincenzo spent their elementary and high school years navigating the same hallways. It wasn’t until their sophomore year in college that they officially met. “Our story began on September 8, 2012 when Notre Dame’s football team was playing Purdue University in South Bend,” Julia recalls. “After attending the game, I celebrated the Irish victory with a bonfire at a friend’s house. As it turned out, Vinnie and I had mutual friends, and we were casually introduced at the bonfire. We hit it off immediately and became friends ourselves.” After a month or so of friendship, Julia agreed to be Vinnie’s date at his cousin’s annual Halloween party. Besides spending a lot of time together that weekend, Vinnie fixed the brakes on Julia’s car and even met Julia’s entire family at Sunday dinner. “That weekend, I got my first glimpse into the incredible person Vinnie is,” says Julia. “Our friendship grew stronger and continues to grow after four and a half years of dating—and now marriage!”