Planning & Parties Blog
The Wedding Story of... Stephanie & James Van Overbeke
Kathy Jonas | March 3, 2015The couple traveled to James’ family’s lake place in Michigan for the Fourth of July. During the annual fireworks show, he pulled Stephanie aside and got down on one knee. A Paloma Blanca gown had everything Stephanie’s heart desired: ivory, fitted, mermaid, silk and lace and buttons down the back and a train for a vintage look.
The Wedding Story of... David & Kylea Asher
WeddingDay | March 3, 2015For Kylea and David, the most important detail of their wedding was to create a homey environment in which friends and family could relax, reminisce and enjoy an entire weekend celebration. Nothing stuffy and overdone, but paying attention to every detail involved for their guests' comfort was key.
The Wedding Story of... Katy & Jesse Thomas
WeddingDay | March 3, 2015It was more than two years ago when Katy Janovsky and her friends were looking for a fun night out on the town and suitably headed to Sullivan’s nightclub in Michigan City. Upon arrival, they were greeted by fun, outgoing Jesse Thomas, a handsome bouncer at the bar.
The Wedding Story of... Jessica & Nick Emmons
WeddingDay | March 3, 2015If Jessica McCarthy’s family knows one thing, it’s weddings. Her mom, Polly McCarthy, is the owner of Poppies Designs, a family oriented business that helps create beautiful floral arrangements for local brides.
The Wedding Story of... Tracy & John Allen
Amy Conroy | March 3, 2015Tracy Cessna and John Allen’s love story began in February 2008. “While I was out with my friends and John was out with his, John approached me and introduced himself. We talked for awhile and when he asked me for my phone number I was extremely reluctant, only because of the fact that we met at a bar,” Tracy said.
The Wedding Story of... Becky & Justin Wojtowicz
Amanda Norell | March 3, 2015You never know where you might find your next relationship, but for Becky Ruby “the one” was waiting right next door. Becky met Justin Wojtowicz while living in the same grouping of condos in downtown Indianapolis.
The Wedding Story of... Shannon & Kevin Day
Kathy Jonas | March 3, 2015Long distance relationships are tough. But Shannon and Kevin – who met while in college at the University of Michigan – persevered and after five years of Amtrak train rides and road trips, finally got married at the ArtsGarden in Indianapolis.
The Wedding Story of... Joel & Lauren Fox
WeddingDay | March 3, 2015Like many young couples, Joel and Lauren were busy planning their winter wedding for December 29, 2007. Both were finishing up classes at IUSB. Everything was coming together and final plans were being put into place. Then, suddenly everything changed.
The Wedding Story of... Brooke & DJ Fitzpatrick
WeddingDay | March 3, 2015Being in the right place doesn’t mean much if the timing isn’t right. After all, DJ and Brooke Fitzpatrick both earned degrees from the University of Notre Dame (where DJ was a kicker on the Fighting Irish football team and Brooke was a member of the track and cross country team) within two years of each other but their paths never crossed.
The Wedding Story of... Sarah & Bill Weidner
WeddingDay | March 3, 2015Sarah Miller and Bill Weidner first met ten years ago during their senior year in high school. The two initially formed a close friendship, but as time unfolded, lost touch for a few years. But, when the two eventually reacquainted in 2005, sparks flew.