Planning & Parties Blog
The Wedding Story of Taylor and Deric Freymuth
Carri Fras | August 23, 2017Taylor and Deric first met at a high school football game and, after a few years as friends, began dating. On the couple’s seven year anniversary, Deric planned for a surprise engagement that met Taylor’s one simple request—that their beloved dogs be involved.
A Glamorous Old Hollywood Style Shoot
Carri Fras | August 22, 2017What do you get when you pair the beautiful allure of old Hollywood with the drama of a stunning, historic theater? A glamorous affair that truly gives a bride and groom the ultimate red carpet treatment.
A Vintage Fairytale at Stonegate Manor
Carri Fras | August 17, 2017A dreamy and elegant style shoot came to mind when Emmie of Emmie Taylor Photography first saw Stonegate Manor, a location she describes as having the perfect mix of Victorian and country vibes.
The Wedding Story of Tami and Bryan Wodtkey
Carri Fras | August 16, 2017It’s always nice when mutual friends bring you and your love together, and even better when you also know exactly what you want in a partner. “I had seen a couple photos and thought he was kinda cute,” Tami says of Bryan. “We instantly clicked and have been together ever since.
The Wedding Story of Jessica and Kyle Matson
Carri Fras | August 16, 2017As women, we can always appreciate things that take thought and come from the heart. I think that’s why engagement and wedding stories peak our interest, too! We always love to hear the sweet details!
Meet the Event Designer & Coordinator: Design the Day
Savannah Hope | August 11, 2017Everyone could use a little help when it comes to their wedding. Finding someone that you can trust to assist you with every detail of your once-in-a-lifetime day is critical. Luckily, Hannah Strickler, of Design the Day event design and coordination, knows how important and magical an event like your wedding is. She is dedicated to assuring that your wedding goes off without a hitch!
Our Favorite Instagram Posts 8.11.17
Kaitlyn Smale | August 11, 2017Who says you can't take a good thing and make it even better? That was our mission when it came to Instagram Fridays! It may be the best day of the work week, but it's our experience that most people could use a little pick-me-up to make it through that afternoon slump!
Urban Tropics: A Cover Shoot at the Indianapolis Artsgarden
Carri Fras | August 10, 2017There’s no question that tropical weddings are exciting. The bright, juicy colors and vibrant florals and fauna seem to whisk you away instantly. We desired a cover shoot equally as colorful and alluring but—with one twist. We wanted to showcase that the same look would pair beautifully with the unexpected—a modern, urban environment. Desiring to do something a little different than what we typically see in the Midwest, we aimed at bringing a little island fun to the city!
The Wedding Story of Tiffany Rogers-Randolph & Levy Randolph
Carri Fras | August 9, 2017What‘s sweeter than a friendship that began outside the Rose Bowl game? Coming full circle to one epic engagement that would take place right where it all started! With Tiffany hailing from Michigan and Levy from California, the two former national officers and facilitators with the National FFA Organization found themselves planning a large Indiana wedding while living in Florida. With friends and family scattered throughout the country, they would later have over twenty-nine states represented at their nuptials. #FromRoseBowlToRandolphs, this couple found their perfect forever with each other.
The Wedding Story of Ellie & Tyler Copas
Carri Fras | August 9, 2017You know it’s true love when, after (accidentally) standing your future husband up on your first date, he asks you out again! While this may have been a humorous twist to Ellie and Tyler Copas’ beginning, they made up for it as they journeyed together as a couple. It was a milestone trip to The Grand Canyon, however, that took them on a major life turn. Ellie says, “We went on a long hike and when we stopped midway for lunch, Tyler told me he had something for me. I honest to God thought he was going to surprise me with cookies, but he pulled out the ring and proposed!”