Planning & Parties Blog
The Wedding Story of Laura and Cody Sundberg
Carri Fras | March 8, 2017If you have ever had a night out in Chicago, there’s something to be said about all the romantic energy and mystery of the big city lights and crowded streets (coming from a girl that lived there)! Among those very lights one Saturday night, in a city of millions, Laura met Cody.
The Wedding Story of Zabrea and Tabias Coleman
Carri Fras | February 1, 2017Zabrea and Tabias’ wedding story is proof, quite literally, that dreams do come to life! Zabrea’s father had a vivid dream prior to their engagement of his daughter and soon to be son-in-law getting married.
The Wedding Story of Keren Thoms and Aaron Schaer
Carri Fras | December 10, 2016Who knew that meeting in school and sharing courses and volunteer work for a year would end in a lifetime spent together? That is exactly how it happened for Keren and Aaron Schaer. The Victoria B.C. and Michigan natives met on a “Gap Year” program in Israel between high school and college.
The Wedding Story of Lindsey and Michael Summers
Carri Fras | December 8, 2016Lindsey and Michael Summer’s creativity is something that came into play well before their wedding plans ever took shape. Their wedding story began at Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks, MI, a place where they spent their first New Year’s Eve together.
The Wedding Story of Kelly & Logan Conner
Kathy Jonas | July 27, 2016You never know how much brothers can come in handy. Kelly Joines and Logan Conner have known each other since 2001 when Kelly’s brother, Brian, started driving Logan and her other brother, Jeff, to soccer practice and Kelly attended all the games. Kelly and Logan both attended St. Joseph High School, although he was a senior and she was a freshman. Logan and Jeff went on to Xavier University in Cincinnati, where Kelly also ended up attending. Their relationship went from friends to soulmates in 2012.
A Glamorous and Rustic Style Shoot in Michigan
Jenna Nelson | June 30, 2016Part of the reason we adore barn weddings so much is because we rarely see the same thing twice. Brides and vendors alike continue to incorporate their own take on the traditional barn wedding by fusing elements from different styles, eras and personalities.
The Wedding Story of Nickolas and Blake Del Angel
Jenna Nelson | May 4, 2016"Get excited! It's finally here. I know you have been patiently waiting for the day to arrive. Well, the day has finally come.
The Wedding Story of Chas and Cari Carter
Jenna Nelson | March 9, 2016After Chas and Cari survived a year-long, long-distance relationship, Chas took Cari on a trip to San Francisco and Sonoma—two places that were held high in regard on their bucket list. They planned to do several wine tours and tastings, but when they arrived at one particular winery, Chas sugges
The Wedding Story of Justin and Sarah Brandenberger
Jenna Nelson | March 3, 2016Although rustic-yet-glamorous barn weddings are all the rage right now (and we really wouldn't have it any other way!), we continue to see brides who put their own take on tradition.
The Wedding Story of Ben Maupin and Ashley Underwood
Jenna Nelson | February 24, 2016What began as a friendship with a mutual love for Ramen noodles and Qdoba (they say every relationship needs a solid foundation), grew into a forever love between Ben Maupin and Ashley Underwood. When Ben realized that he had forever weighing on his heart, he decided to propose.