Planning & Parties Blog

A Woodland Wonder Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  October 26, 2017

Kelly Kennedy Rex of All Buttoned Up Events collaborated with Annette Hoffman from Nettie Marie Photography on a woodland style shoot of their dreams. “Annette had the vision to give it an English flair, and I had the idea of bringing in storybook characters,” Kelly says.

The Wedding Story of Jennifer and Andrew Bard

Carri Fras |  October 25, 2017

It’s true our friends sometimes know us better than we do and, lucky for Jennifer, she had her girlfriend by her side the day she spotted what would be her future husband. “We first saw each other while we were having lunch at the Skyline Club downtown.

A Hideaway Camp-Inspired Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  October 23, 2017

Meaghan Jameson of Fox & Fern Events recognizes that a Northern Michigan summer wedding is something extra special.

Our Favorite Instagram Posts 10.20.17

Kaitlyn Smale |  October 20, 2017

Another week, another Friday! Is it just us or is October flying by? It feels like we were just celebrating the first day of fall yesterday. However, the quicker time goes by, the more pretty weddings we get to swoon over on Instagram!

The Wedding Story of Angela and Kevin Harrington

Carri Fras |  October 18, 2017

In our opinion, getting caught in the rain with your love has a certain air of romance about it, and, for Kevin Harrington, it was the perfect time to propose to Angela, who he met their freshman year of high school.
 

How to Set a Stunning Table with The Rental Company

Carri Fras |  October 17, 2017

Rest assured, if you are engaged and stressed, planning ahead can help you avoid wedding nightmares!

Re-Thinking the Groom's Entrance

Lemuel Montero |  October 16, 2017

Perhaps it's my natural flair for the theatrical, but I feel like grooms need a more exciting entrance into the wedding ceremony.  

WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot: Zyntango Farm Wedding Barn

Carri Fras |  October 12, 2017

Located in Whitestown, Indiana, it’s the perfect, natural setting for the barn wedding of your dreams. Hannah Strickler, owner of Design the Day, was the talented planner behind this exclusive WeddingDay style shoot. Meeting Zyntango’s desire for a vibrant palette, Hannah was given the creative freedom she needed to highlight all the pretty features this beautiful, organic farm and its equally appealing location had to offer. From the large trees, green lawns and patio to the airy barn setting and warm, rustic details, we think you’ll fall in love with this venue as quickly as we did.

The Wedding Story of Marielle and Michael Keller

Savannah Hope |  October 11, 2017

Marielle and Mike met after he, being the President of the student body at Butler University, nominated Marielle to be one of the Vice Presidents. This meant that the two were spending more time together—not that either of them were complaining.

The Wedding Story of Emma and Ben Goforth

Carri Fras |  October 11, 2017

Emma and Ben met at Northern Michigan University in 2010. “I would always see him in the school cafeteria and had the biggest crush on him,” Emma recalls. “It truly was love at first sight.