Planning & Parties Blog

A Boho Beach Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  March 13, 2018

Envisioning a boho, vintage styled shoot, Karla Neu of True Color Photography was in search of some inspo and found The Traveling Pearl. “I thought it was so cute. I had to ask if they were interested!” she says.

The Wedding Story of Crissie and Mike Vitale

Carri Fras |  March 7, 2018

Crissie and Mike met on a recreational kickball team in NYC. When it came time to propose, Mike definitely went all-out.

Moroccan Elegance Meets Bridal Salon

Carri Fras |  March 6, 2018

“The idea and inspiration for this shoot was mine,” says Rachel of Rachel Gabrielse Photography. “But Rachel of Posh Bungalow Designs really helped make my dream come to life. I wanted a slightly bohemian, Moroccan feel with rich colors and bold accents.”


A Farm Meets Elegance Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  March 1, 2018

When Natasha Randall, VP of Design & Operations at Unlimited Events teamed up with Brenda Pottinger of Pottinger Photography and Canopy Creek, an elegant yet rustic style shoot resulted. Natasha says, “Our inspiration for the photo shoot began with an Unlimited Events ‘Babcock’ settee.

The Wedding Story of Kelsey and Zach Herber

Carri Fras |  February 28, 2018

Kelsey and her husband, Zach, have known each other since Pre-K. However, it was not until after their freshman year of college that they truly began to get to know each other. “I will never understand the timing of our relationship but will trust that it was best!” says Kelsey.

The Wedding Story of Jordyn and Mark Moses

Carri Fras |  February 28, 2018

Jordyn met Mark at church when her father, their pastor, encouraged her to welcome Mark into the church. And eventually...they fell in love.

Boho Greenhouse Inspiration

Carri Fras |  February 27, 2018

Nothing screams spring like a green garden. Fresh blooms set amid such a pretty scene can be nothing short of inspirational.

Romantic Woodland Wedding Inspiration

Carri Fras |  February 22, 2018

Walking in the Kellogg Forest often during different seasons of the year, Monika of Monika Anderson Photography was inspired.

The Wedding Story of Ashley and Patrick Myers

Carri Fras |  February 21, 2018

Knowing Ashley loved pigs, Patrick (clearly being a smart man), also realized they were a key to her heart (or at least something endearing to add to his proposal).

The Wedding Story of Chelsea and Josh Broxson

Carri Fras |  February 21, 2018

Chelsea and Josh and originally met through a dating app. With Josh in the U.S. Navy, the couple had to make a long distance relationship work for two years before tying the knot.