Planning & Parties Blog
A Great Gatsby-Inspired Celebration with Lots of Elegant Flair: The Real Wedding of Andrew and Andrew Novack
Allyson Hutchison | June 1, 2022In a strange twist of fate, Andrew and Andrew met on a dating app in July of 2018 and fell in love. Andrew's proposal came in August of 2021 while the two were on their annual vacation.
This Whimsical Kentucky Farm Style Shoot Has a Touch of Vintage Elegance
Allyson Hutchison | May 31, 2022"When I first started to plan this shoot I really wanted to highlight the venue, Silo Farms," Christora Osters of Green Apple Photography admits.
Even Lady Whistledown Agrees That This Bridgerton-Inspired Style Shoot is Perfectly Elegant
Allyson Hutchison | May 23, 2022The inspiration behind this style shoot was to transport the viewer into the fantastical world of a beloved book and TV show and Sweet Lovers Styled Shootout and Thoughtfully Designed Co. did just that! "This styled shoot was like wa
Warm Boho Neutrals Combine with Industrial Elements in this Grand Rapids Style Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | May 19, 2022Wanting to do something while the wedding season was slow, Carly Fisher of Carly Lynne Visuals got together with a florist friend and exchanged ideas. "She shared her ideas and I shared mine, I put together a mood board and started to reach out to vendors!
A Classic, Timeless Green House Celebration in South Bend, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Alexandra and Austin Huff
Allyson Hutchison | May 18, 2022When Alexandra and Austin both decided to swipe right on an online dating app three and a half years ago, they didn't realize they were going to be meeting their forever person. Austin proposed during family photos while they were on a family vacation in Virginia Beach!
2021 Style Shoot Design Contest Submission: A Vintage Take on a Rainbow Theme in Lansing, Michigan
Allyson Hutchison | May 13, 2022Sarah from Studio Wilde Floral wanted to create an intriguing style shoot in a unique venue and entered it in our 2021 Style Shoot Design Contest. With bright and beautiful flowers scattered around a warehouse, Sarah could see her vision coming to life and couldn’t wait to capture it!
A Spanish-Inspired Garden Celebration in Battle Creek, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Brianna and Ben Wolfson
Allyson Hutchison | May 11, 2022After both deciding to swipe right on a dating app, Ben and Brianna started dating. One afternoon, Ben told Brianna that they were going to meet some friends for lunch in the park.
2021 Style Shoot Design Contest Submission: Floral-Inspired Avant Garde Style in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Allyson Hutchison | May 10, 2022All things floral was the main inspiration for this beautiful entry in our 2021 Style Shoot Design Contest. After attending a floral expo and watching a designer construct a dress out of roses, the team got the idea to create an Avant Garde style shoot using edgy and unique florals.
2021 Style Shoot Design Contest Submission: Good Vibes in Plymouth, Michigan
Allyson Hutchison | May 5, 2022In the wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Brides & Tailor collaborated with Kennedy Planning Co to make the most optimistic style shoot for our 2022 Style Shoot Design Contest. They share, “We were so tired of all the challenges everyone faced due to Covid so we wanted our colors to reflect our p
An Elegant Carmel, Indiana Celebration: The Real Wedding of Katie and Corey Evans
Allyson Hutchison | May 4, 2022One of Katie's best friends was dating Corey's roommate and encouraged Katie and Corey to meet. Corey made the first move and asked her on a date.