Planning & Parties Blog

A D.I.Y., Vintage Cincinnati Celebration: The Wedding of Madison and Jake Trejo

Allyson Hutchison |  March 16, 2022

Madison and Jake matched on Bumble and decided to meet in person. Jake actually rented out the bar where they had their first date in order to propose. "It had a beautiful courtyard where we spent hours talking the first night," Madison gushes.

Romantic and Elegant Love at a Timeless and Classic Venue: A Grand Rapids Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  March 15, 2022

The vision Jeannene Lillie Events had in mind was an intimate wedding with an at-home feel but a glamorous look.

Get Inspired with a Moody and Warm Theme from This Style Shoot in Niles, Michigan

Allyson Hutchison |  March 10, 2022

The idea for this shoot came from unused space.

A Beautiful Summer Celebration for a Volleyball-Loving Couple: The Real Wedding of Katy and Ashton Faramelli

Allyson Hutchison |  March 9, 2022

Katy and her friends decided to play volleyball one night and, after a joking quip at fellow volleyball players, she ended up meeting the love of her life, Ashton. On a special trip to the Christmas tree farm that Katy's family had gone to for years, Ashton decided to propose.

This Ghost Building in Northern Indiana Inspired a Classic Black and White Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  March 8, 2022

The idea for this style shoot came to Adrienna of Enna Kaser Photography when she saw photos of a confetti-themed shoot on social media.

This French-Inspired Chicagoland Style Shoot is Giving All the Romantic and Elegant Vibes

Allyson Hutchison |  March 3, 2022

"Since international travel has been delayed for many couples this past year I wanted to bring a little bit of Europe, more specifically France, into this fabulous shoot at The Armour House at Lake Forest Academy," Chelsea from Gilded Aisle Weddings admits.

This Columbus, Ohio Ceremony has All the Elegant Details: The Real Wedding of Liz and Alex Bujenovic

Allyson Hutchison |  March 2, 2022

Liz and Alex met while living off-campus in the Saw Duplex while studying at Ohio State University. After moving to North Carolina, they decided to travel back to Ohio to spend Thanksgiving with their families.

This Minimalist and Modern Style Shoot Has All the Moody Winter Vibes

Allyson Hutchison |  March 1, 2022

"I was wanting to add more inclusive shoots to the local area after one of my clients expressed not feeling comfortable talking to other vendors because of who she loves," Chelsea from Chelsea Marie Photography explains.

This California Golden-Hour Style Shoot is What Dreams are Made Of

Allyson Hutchison |  February 22, 2022

Arielle of Arielle Peters Photography has always wanted to have the opportunity to style a shoot at Kestrel Park in Santa Ynez, California. "The rolling golden hills they have on the property along with the beautiful trees makes the property it sits on a photographer’s dream," Arielle shares.

This Taylor Swift Inspired Style Shoot is Full of Vintage and Bohemian Elements

Allyson Hutchison |  February 17, 2022

On a brisk May day, talented vendors met up in Cassopolis, Michigan to create a style shoot unlike any other. Brandi of B Graves Photography explains that they wanted a shoot that was part vintage, part bohemian and part Taylor Swift.