Planning & Parties Blog
Go, Cubs, Go! A Style Shoot 108 Years in the Making
Carri Fras | August 8, 2017The Chicago Cubs. Just uttering their name brings so much joy to the hearts of millions of loyal fans who rooted for them to finally make their long-awaited dream come true—winning a World Series Championship.
It’s a Girl Thing: How to Use Group Exercise to Meet Your #SquatGoals & #SquadGoals
Carri Fras | August 7, 2017When you’re busy taking care of the countless things that will make your big day come together flawlessly, you hardly have time to think about your triceps or thighs.
Easy, Breezy Chic: A Cover Shoot at The Inn at Harbor Shores
Carri Fras | August 3, 2017There are truly many different takes on nautical themed weddings these days. From beachy and relaxed to seaside soirees, the sky (or the ocean) is the limit! Here in the Midwest, oceans might be lacking but we have the magnificent Great Lakes in our backyard, and we are happy we do! The beautiful lakeside communities offer some fantastic options for absolutely stunning nuptials. For us, we dreamt of something beach-inspired yet glowingly elegant. The inspirational elements that served to anchor our theme? Hues of blues, watercolor, beachy leaves, a nautical feel and a bit of whimsy.
The Wedding Story of Kim Marciniak-Lopez & Alex Lopez
Carri Fras | August 2, 2017It was life-changing experiences as Peace Corps members that set Kim and Alex’s hearts ablaze. Their love story reads much like a sweet, romantic movie. Two young Americans are both spending their formative years in service abroad and, while enduring the emotional ups and downs of their experience, they meet up each weekend. Sharing a mutual love of travel, food and movies, they grow closer and closer.
Wedding Color Palette Inspo
Kaitlyn Smale | August 1, 2017It’s true. Deciding on your wedding colors can be as difficult as it is fun! With so many gorgeous color combos out there, we thought we’d put together some pretty palettes sure to inspire.
Two's A Charm: A Unique, Second Wedding Blends Fancy With Fun
Carri Fras | July 31, 2017Cindy Wojtysiak and her husband, Mike, likely faced a question that many couples planning their nuptials face—what is the best way to make their union unique and special to them? For this pair, the answer was simple.
A Michigan Blueberry Farm Soirée
Carri Fras | July 27, 2017Desiring to marry a rustic farm feel with the elegant, organic touches only a local farm could provide, Brooke DePauw of Stellaluna Events channeled her passion for Southwest Michigan’s natural resources into a blueberry farm-inspired style shoot that is nothing short of gorgeous and fresh!
The Wedding Story of Jordan and Patrick Higgins
Carri Fras | July 26, 2017It was Patrick’s Godfather, Charlie, that played matchmaker when it came to him finding his future wife, Jordan. Charlie’s co-worker, in fact, pointed out that the two looked alike and that—according to Chinese tradition—they were meant to be!
The Wedding Story of Kayla and Ryan Cechovic
Carri Fras | July 26, 2017Kayla and Ryan met their junior year at the University of Alabama. Sharing majors and even sitting just a few feet away from each other in class didn't happen to get them talking, though. Lucky for them, fate wasn't going to give up.
Wind & Water Style Shoot
Carri Fras | July 25, 2017There’s no doubt the state of Michigan has certainly lured many artists and creatives with its romantic beaches, blue waters and endless stretches of beautiful shoreline. For Rhiannon Bosse of Rhiannon Bosse Celebrations, it was no different.