Planning & Parties Blog

A Modern Baroque Style Shoot

After falling in love with the baroque style in college, Jennifer of Jennifer Van Elk Photography noticed her work slightly drifting to a more baroque lighting style. She explains, “I wanted to do a shoot that wasn’t typical.

The Wedding Story of Kristin and Joseph Williamson

Kristin never thought she would meet her husband at a children’s event. However, as the Director of Children’s Ministries at her church, the two met at a special event in March when Joseph served as a volunteer.

A Delicate, Art-Inspired Style Shoot

Sometimes, less is more. And Victoria Tate of Victoria Isabel Photography certainly saw beauty in the whitewashed exposed brick, wood floors and pure winter light that poured into Zurie, the spot where she selected for her romantic, fine art-inspired anniversary vision to play out.

Our Favorite Instagram Posts 5.4.18

Well, hello there, Friday! We figured you could use a pick-me-up to push through to the weekend, so we rounded up five of the most inspirational posts we could find! Scroll on to check them out, and be sure to follow these talented vendors, too.

The Wedding Story of Becca and Chris Warren

“Chris’ fraternity and my sorority at Indiana University were right next to each other,” says Becca. “However, during our time at IU, we never met. We met back in Fort Wayne after college. We were both at a 90s concert at Headwaters Park.

A Vow Renewal Style Shoot at the Palais Royale

"You only get married once." We hear this quote often in reference to choosing vendors and stretching the budget just a bit more to get exactly what we love. But what about those who have nothing but splotchy memories from one of the most important days of their lives?

Meet the Florist and Designer: Trigetty Designs

It is easy to say we are in love with florals here at WeddingDay. From lush waterfall-style bouquets to simple, minimalistic centerpieces—floral design can make or break a wedding. Trigetty Designs is a floral designer whose careful eye and stylish craft has brought to life the decor of weddings big and small. The bright and brilliant skill of Trigetty emphasizes just how important floral design is in wedding decor. 

Our Favorite Instagram Posts 4.27.18

Some weeks we're all about the pretty. And sometimes we're more focused on fun. This week, we like to think we have a pretty good mixture of it all! So check them out below and be sure to follow these talented folks while you're at it!

A Romantic, Spring-Inspired Style Shoot

If you live in the Midwest, you are well aware that spring weather isn’t always necessarily cooperative. And although this shoot took place on Valentine’s Day, and therefore needed to take place indoors, it certainly proves that spring-inspired hues can really make for a light and airy wedding whether there's rain, snow or shine! We are all heart eyes for this romantic, red and pink spring-inspired style shoot, beautifully captured by Michelle Rakotomalala of Rakoteet Photography.
 

Thoughts on Intentionally Celebrating Your Story

I truly believe this is the heart of celebration—intentionally seeking out the good things in the midst of the frenzy, the pressure, and the budget and maximizing on those.

We all know not everything is perfect. There’s the push and pull from all sides in multiple facets of life, but especially during wedding planning.

So how do we go about your celebration in an honest and authentic way, telling your story as an epic rather than a tragedy?