Planning & Parties Blog
Say “I Do” to a Disaster-Free Wedding With These 8 Smart Fail-Safes
WeddingDay | May 22, 2024People spend months or years organizing their weddings, but that doesn’t ensure everything will stay on track. Sometimes, emergencies and accidents happen.
What Are the Most Desirable Home Improvements for Newlyweds?
WeddingDay | May 22, 2024Home improvements after the wedding mark an exciting beginning to your married life. With so many projects to tackle, which ones should you prioritize? Focusing on those that boost your home’s value ensures your expenses count.
Elegant and Natural Nuptials in a Detroit Greenhouse: The Real Wedding of Kiera and Dustin Foran
Allyson Hutchison | May 15, 2024In this modern day of dating, Kiera and Dustin matched on Bumble and began seeing each other. After dating for a time, on a mountain top in Malibu, Dustin got down on one knee and asked Kiera to marry him while they looked out at the ocean. Of course she said yes!
Tie the Knot, Loosen Your Purse Strings With These 6 Generous Ways to Spend Gift Money
WeddingDay | May 15, 2024You’re newly married, and an enticing cash pile longs to fly out of your hands. It’s tempting to live large for a few weeks and blow it all on the honeymoon. Your loved ones would encourage this because your union is worth celebrating.
Wildflowers and Whiskey: An Industrial Yet Natural Style Shoot in Southwest Michigan
Allyson Hutchison | May 9, 2024Despite being in a building with plenty of industrial flourishes, this creative team wanted to create a style shoot that emulated being in a meadow surrounded by wildflowers. "Wildflowers grow together in natural meadows and fields, creating a beautiful tapestry of scent and color.
Sunflowers and Sunshine Fill this Mishawaka Celebration: The Real Wedding of Kari and David Emery
Allyson Hutchison | May 8, 2024When Kari saw David in a Chicago Cubs hoodie on his online profile, Kari just had to message him because she loves baseball! They met a week later and the rest is history. On a group trip to Colorado, David decided to propose to Kari on top of Keystone Mountain.
A Newlyweds' Guide to Furniture Shopping for Your First Home
WeddingDay | May 2, 2024You’ve said your vows, walked down the aisle and enjoyed your honeymoon, so what comes next? For most newlyweds, this is the time to start setting up your first home together.
This Ohio Celebration Blossoms with Flower Power Vibes: The Real Wedding of Katie and Gordon Burns
Allyson Hutchison | May 1, 2024Katie and Gordon met while working as interns for a minor league baseball team. They decided to start dating, and after a while, Gordon decided it was time to propose. The happy couple went on a vacation to Orlando in 2021.
Getting Engaged: 10 Tips for Planning A Surprise Proposal on a Trip
WeddingDay | May 1, 2024Planning a proposal can be very scary. Because that person has a special place in your heart, it’s important to make the moment as memorable as can be. At first, it may seem like a huge task, considering that the proposal itself must be kept a secret.
Feel the Serenity of Spring in this Romantic Garden Getaway: A Floral-Inspired Grand Rapids Style Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | April 25, 2024"I am deeply inspired by the beauty and hope that comes along with the transition from winter to spring. There is nothing quite like seeing the first blooms pop up from the ground, the trees start to bud, and the sun shine more and more," Clare, the planner and florist for this shoot, gushes.