Planning & Parties Blog

An Offbeat D.I.Y. Wedding in Southwest Michigan: The Real Wedding of Ashley & Bryan Kelso

Chrysa Keenon |  August 11, 2021

D.I.Y. details abound in Ashley and Bryan’s outdoor tent wedding! “To make sure the décor truly reflected our special uniqueness as a couple, I made almost all of the decorations,” Ashley notes.

An Upscale Lake Party in Southwest Michigan: The Real Wedding of Katie & Rob Lovato

Chrysa Keenon |  August 2, 2021

Clean, classic and upscale, Katie and Rob’s waterfront nuptials were a dream! The couple wanted their day to be full of old memories along with new, so they hosted their wedding at Rob’s family home on Birch Lake.

Natural Elegance in South Bend, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Hannah and Glen McLaughlin

Chrysa Keenon |  July 27, 2021

Hannah and Glen’s fall tent wedding showcases the best of the season. Choosing a color scheme of mustard, mauve and burgundy, this couple’s décor gives off a soft, romantic vibe. “I wanted to incorporate as much of the property’s natural beauty as possible into the wedding plans,” Hannah notes.

Classic Meets Modern: A Timeless Detroit Style Shoot

Kaitlyn Smale |  July 26, 2021

The best of both worlds collide in this classic and modern style shoot! Angelica Stewart, owner of A. Stewart Events dreamt up this timeless shoot, while incorporating subtle pops of color and greenery to give it a modern spin.

A Rustic Woodland Retreat: An Earthy Style Shoot at Ancestral Acres

Chrysa Keenon |  July 20, 2021

This earthy shoot takes inspiration straight from the woods surrounding this space. A late fall color palette not only gives this set up a boho vibe, but it also matches the natural environment.

Cotton Candy Dreams: A Playful and Color-Filled Style Shoot in Indianapolis

Kaitlyn Smale |  July 13, 2021

With micro weddings continuing to gain popularity, Anna Delph, intern at the Indiana State Museum, desired to show off the venue's intimate terrace space. She had a dreamy, magical vibe in mind, and selected the color palette of blush and light blue to execute that style.

This Boho Glamping Elopement Shoot in Kentucky has Retro Citrus Style

Chrysa Keenon |  June 29, 2021

Rustic, southern style has never looked so retro in this styled elopement! Kirstie of Kirstie Dunston Photography was inspired by trends of glamorous camp elopements but wanted to add her own southern twist to the style.

Raise a Glass to this Boujee Backyard Wedding in Kenosha, Wisconsin: The Real Wedding of Audrey and Mike Zappala

Chrysa Keenon |  May 19, 2021

Audrey crossed paths with Mike at a small bar in a lakeside town in New York. There for a weekend getaway with her friends, Mike charmed her and won the opportunity to take her on a date. The pair hit it off and sparks flew!

This Michigan Backyard Micro-Wedding is Full of Love: The Real Wedding of Emma & Caroyln Binder

Chrysa Keenon |  April 28, 2021

Carolyn swiped right on Emma and it was an instant match. The couple went on a few dates, and they soon became inseparable! During a trip to Saugatuck, Michigan, the couple climbed Mt. Baldhead, but neither took advantage of the beautiful moment.

This Boho Ohio Wedding Takes Place on the River: The Real Wedding of Samantha & Cody Stapleton

Chrysa Keenon |  April 21, 2021

Love struck Samantha when she met Cody at work. The two were both servers at a local brewery as they went to college. A fast friendship developed, and soon they were inseparable!