Planning & Parties Blog
Modern Glam: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Central Indiana Cover Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | January 28, 2022merged modernity with drama and glamour. “In my heart I was picturing tablescapes that had unique designs and lots of various textures. I also wanted to incorporate unique designs such as neon signs and balloons as they are new trends that are currently being incorporated into weddings,” Traci says. Filling this vast space with intricate décor turned this blank canvas into an extraordinary wedding venue to be captured by the talented Tushona Monét of Tushona Monét Photography.
A Rustic & Modern Chicago Celebration: The Real Wedding of Sarah & John Gallagher
Allyson Hutchison | January 25, 2022Despite living in San Diego, COVID drove Sarah and John to have their wedding where John grew up...literally. They decided to get married in the backyard of John’s childhood home in the suburbs of Chicago.
Pretty in Pink: The Real Wedding of Lee & Matt Cherry in Columbia City, Indiana
Allyson Hutchison | January 17, 2022Lee and Matt loved their venue because they could host every part of their boho wedding in one location. With the help of the venue and their photographer, they were able to find other perfect vendors, who helped them incorporate a special touch.
Emerald Elegance in Grand Rapids: The Real Wedding of Rajvir Kaur-Kalee & Andrew Kalee
Allyson Hutchison | January 12, 2022Rajvir and Andrew’s wedding theme was greatly inspired by Rajvir’s decision to have an emerald stone be the center of her ring. “It was personal to us both because of my engagement ring, and it tied in with my Indian culture, which has always been such an important piece to our wedding.
A Regency Era Dream: A Whimsical Southwest Michigan Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | January 11, 2022If you have a taste for the finer things in life, this style shoot is for you. On the luxurious grounds of this manor, every wedding will look elegant and romantic. The crystal glassware and lace detailing on the tablecloth create a refined tablescape fit for a king and queen!
Neutral Simplicity in South Bend: The Real Wedding of Delayna & Jeff Myers
Allyson Hutchison | January 7, 2022You have to see this neutral and natural outdoor wedding inspired by the Dave Matthews Band! Delayna and Jeff both love the band, so they tried to incorporate it as much as possible from the wedding hashtag to the bottom of Delayna’s shoe!
Rustic Moody Romance: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Southwest Michigan Cover Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | January 3, 2022Samantha Ham of Simply Unforgettable Occasions wanted to incorporate recent trends when she set out to design our Southwest Michigan cover shoot. “I started researching popular trends for the upcoming fall/winter season, and I ran across the dark and moody trend. I decided to put a romantic spin on it,” Samantha explains. We think she beautifully balances the moodiness while keeping the style romantic, and we have Scott Tibbles Photography to thank for the gorgeous photos from this shoot!
Bright & Earthy: A Playful Style Shoot at Silver Lake Sand Dunes
Kaitlyn Smale | December 21, 2021Fun, unique and bright was Devon Humphrey's vision for this beachy shoot.
The Top 10 Wedding Trends We Saw in 2021
Allyson Hutchison | December 17, 2021story, there are a lot of common trends that couples end up following each year. Whether it is the color scheme or theme or even frequently used venues, many weddings borrow ideas from others. Scroll through this list to take a look back at the top 10 trends we saw in 2021!
Rustic and Modern with a Pop of Color: A Middletown, Indiana Style Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | December 16, 2021Sometimes a planner has an idea and has to find the perfect venue to bring it to life. Other times, the venue finds the planner. "This shoot was inspired by the venue and florals!" Lilly of Events by Lilly shares.