Planning & Parties Blog
A Wildly Refined Fort Wayne Celebration: The Real Wedding of Paige & Tyler Hufnagle
Allyson Hutchison | January 28, 2026Since Paige works in the wedding industry, she brought valuable experience and trusted connections to the planning process, making it feel seamless and stress-free.
Our 2025 Style Shoot Design Contest Winner: Old-World Elegance, New-Age Style
Kaitlyn Smale | January 27, 2026We’re beyond excited to announce the winners of WeddingDay’s seventh annual Style Shoot Design Contest, proudly sponsored by AAYS Event Rentals!
Gilded Glamour in Blush: A Gatsby-Inspired Shoot with Pastel Romance
Allyson Hutchison | January 26, 2026W hat if The Great Gatsby were directed by Nancy Meyers? That was the question that inspired the vision behind this shoot. The team set out to blend the elegance and glamour of the Roaring Twenties with the soft romance of the Regency era.
What Are the Best Companies for Apartment Moves? These Are the 6 Top Options
WeddingDay | January 23, 2026Whether you’re a busy bride or a wedding planner, you have to juggle a thousand and one things when planning a wedding. Add moving to your list, and you might start feeling overwhelmed.
Rustic Radiance: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Chicago Cover Shoot
Kaitlyn Smale | January 23, 2026The vision for our Chicago fall/winter cover shoot, crafted by planner Nikki Rodgers of The Serendipity Collective, centered on a concept she calls Rustic Radiance—where vibrant tones meet vintage textures. Nikki explains that she “wanted to create a bright and fun aesthetic that complemented the venue’s rustic brick charm, bringing a lively contrast that felt both fresh and inviting.” Designed to be bold, vibrant and a little unexpected, the shoot showcased how an unconventional color palette can harmonize beautifully without relying on traditional white or ivory tones!
Floral Beach Boho in South Haven, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Katie & Matt Forloine
Allyson Hutchison | January 21, 2026Katie and Matt's wedding was inspired by the laid-back, beachy vibe of South Haven. "We wanted the day to feel summery, colorful and fun, with a relaxed atmosphere that reflected the setting,” Katie shares.
Western Glam: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Southwest Michigan Cover Shoot
Kaitlyn Smale | January 16, 2026The vision for our fall/winter 2025 Southwest Michigan cover shoot was rooted in “Western Glam,” a concept crafted by planner Gina Bombin-Wilk of SRE Weddings & Events. Inspired by the bold, high-fashion energy of Canadian skijoring events, Gina envisioned a world where winter luxury meets rugged western spirit. Gina explains, "The spectators come dressed in their winter best. Decked out in fancy cowboy hats and boots, fur coats, leather, texture and earthy tones and colors." Paired with a palette of fresh whites, striking blues, warm browns and shimmering accents, the result is a look that feels both natural and elevated, blending the raw beauty of a western ranch with the sparkle and sophistication of winter glam!
This Chicagoland Celebration is Autumn Come to Life: The Real Wedding of Bridget and Jason Sullivan
Allyson Hutchison | January 14, 2026When Bridget and Jason matched on a dating app, they both were tired of being hurt and ready to find someone to love. In fact, Bridget let his message sit for awhile, knowing she should have deleted the app a long time ago.
A Fairytale in Four Acts: A Dreamy Style Shoot in Greenwood, Indiana
Kaitlyn Smale | January 12, 2026When you dream up a shoot that feels straight out of a storybook, you need the right mix of vision, creativity and just the right sprinkle of fairy dust.
A Simply Elegant Autumn Celebration in La Porte, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Paige and Izak Bounds
Allyson Hutchison | January 7, 2026When Paige and Izak were seniors in high school, they worked the same job at their local supermarket. When Paige told a co-worker that she thought Izak was cute, the co-worker encouraged Paige to send him a message on Instagram. Eight years later, they were engaged and ready to get married!