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This D.I.Y. Gary, Indiana Backyard Ceremony is Sure to Inspire You: The Real Wedding of Michele and Vince

Allyson Hutchison |  October 27, 2021

Though their paths never crossed while both living in Indianapolis, when Michele and Vince moved back to northern Indiana a mutual friend introduced them knowing they were similar souls. Despite having opposite work schedules, Vince found a way to propose.

What Happens When Rustic and Elegance Combine? See in This Geometric Michigan Style Shoot!

Allyson Hutchison |  October 21, 2021

Rustic and elegant vibes collide in this stunning Michigan style shoot. "The shoot was my idea," Ashley Auger of Smitten Mitten Photography admits.

This Indiana Love Story will Make You Believe in Soulmates: The Real Wedding of Ashley and Carl Martin

Allyson Hutchison |  October 20, 2021

Both Ashley and Carl took the opportunity of a slowed-down world to look for love amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. They met over Facebook dating and knew immediately that they were meant for each other. Carl proposed to Ashley at a corn maze in October.

A Romantic Elopement for Two: A Chicago Boho Beach Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  October 19, 2021

Lexi and Shelby of Becoming Designs Events had an idea to create a styled elopement that focused on the couple and no one else.

This Eclectic Sylvan Lake Style Shoot will Make You Want to Travel Across the Country

Allyson Hutchison |  October 14, 2021

After taking a trip across the beautiful and diverse United States, Molly Martin of Molly and Clover wanted to create a style shoot to represent all the landscapes she just saw.

A Luxurious Lafayette, Indiana Celebration: The Real Wedding of Olivia and Caleb Hendress

Allyson Hutchison |  October 13, 2021

After chatting with Caleb at her friend's Christmas party, Olivia gave him her number. Despite refusing a few dates, Olivia eventually agreed and talked with Caleb for four hours! Caleb took an opportunity to propose while Olivia was going up for a drive at TopGolf.
 

This Outdoor Ohio Wedding is Positively Poetic: The Real Wedding of Chelsi and Sydney

Allyson Hutchison |  October 6, 2021

Sydney, a self-proclaimed morning and exercise hater, made it to the gym at 5:30 a.m. each morning just to talk with Chelsi. And her dedication quickly paid off when they decided to go on a date together shortly after.

Let's Go To The Beach: A Golden Hour Sand Dune Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  October 5, 2021

There is nothing more romantic than a sunset walk on the beach with someone you love. Obviously, a sunset style shoot on the beach should be just as romantic, right? Mikayla Bronkema of Mikayla Jean & Co.

This Sunrise Style Shoot will Make You Want Get Married at Dawn: A Styled Waterfront Elopement

Allyson Hutchison |  September 30, 2021

After receiving a canoe from her grandfather, Haley Rheinlander of Haley Raven Photography decided to get up before the rest of the world and capture a stunning style shoot, with the help of Chelsea from Once Wild Designs. “What better way to break it in, we thought,” Haley shares.

Party Like It’s the 19th Century: A Bridgerton-Inspired Terrace Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  September 23, 2021

After reading the books and watching the visually stunning first season of Bridgerton, Courtney Carney of Courtney Carney Photography and Lisa Norris of Lisa Norris Events collaborated to put together a shoot that repli