Planning & Parties Blog
The Wedding Story of Laura and Cody Sundberg
Carri Fras | March 8, 2017If you have ever had a night out in Chicago, there’s something to be said about all the romantic energy and mystery of the big city lights and crowded streets (coming from a girl that lived there)! Among those very lights one Saturday night, in a city of millions, Laura met Cody.
Modern Meets Classic At Ambassador House
Carri Fras | March 7, 2017There’s something beautiful in the unexpected–something alluring in mismatched elements that somehow, someway blend perfectly.
The Wedding Story of Jackie and Eric Szerlag
Carri Fras | March 1, 2017Even though Jackie and Eric first met in high school, it wasn’t until years later, after college, that they would begin dating.
Ethereal French Meets New World Style Shoot
Carri Fras | February 28, 2017Brooke DePauw of Stellaluna Events first approached Raisa Mnichowicz of Weddings by Raisa with a vision in mind that began as a love story.
The Most Obscure Wedding Day Essentials
Andi Sherman | February 20, 2017Planning ahead for wedding day disasters has given birth to a such a novel idea...The Wedding Day Emergency Kit. Usually gifted to the bride from her maid of honor, this kit contains all of things that can help save the day in case of an unforeseen ‘emergency.’
An Ethereal Summer Style Shoot
Carri Fras | February 16, 2017It’s not every day that a couple gets to recreate their wedding, reliving the joy and excitement all over again! Breanne of Breanne Rochelle Photography made that very dream happen for two of her best friends.
Vintage Meets Elegance at the Greenhouse
Carri Fras | February 14, 2017Who knew that a greenhouse and a sprinkling of vintage elegance would pair oh-so-perfectly together? Someone who already loves anything green and floral, of course!
The Wedding Story of Zabrea and Tabias Coleman
Carri Fras | February 1, 2017Zabrea and Tabias’ wedding story is proof, quite literally, that dreams do come to life! Zabrea’s father had a vivid dream prior to their engagement of his daughter and soon to be son-in-law getting married.
The State of Our Union
Lemuel Montero | January 30, 2017Most people understand the importance of regular maintenance for things like appliances, cars, and even software updates for their mobile phones. Few couples apply the same level of importance for regularly scheduled maintenance checks to their own relationships.
Where in the World Should You Get Married?
Jenna Nelson | January 26, 2017Just because you want a destination wedding, doesn't mean you're destined for the tropics or the Mexican border.