Planning & Parties Blog

Ritzy Rooftop Romance: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Detroit Cover Shoot

JaLeesa Samone of Christian Lei Events wanted to create a happy, fun and bright design for our Detroit cover shoot. Instead of going the traditional route of choosing two main colors, she highlighted an array of hues to tell a story of romance and sophistication. It was important for JaLeesa to highlight the beauty of the venue by designing a scene that played off the architecture and skyline views. We absolutely love how this elegant rooftop ceremony turned out!

A Tropical-Inspired Celebration in Carmel, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Courtney Luthman & Josh Sutter

Since she had started dreaming of her wedding, Courtney, a professional event planner, always knew she wanted an outdoor tent wedding, but the color scheme and theme escaped her. Luckily, her incredible vendor team was able to help her curate the perfect design.

Disco Romance: A Retro Industrial Style Shoot in Southwest Michigan

Wanting to create a funky and offbeat shoot, this team collected an array of retro and unused items to fill this industrial space.

Wedded Bliss on a Budget: 10 Smart Saving Tips for New Spouses

You’ve just had the wedding of your dreams and the future is bright. You and your new spouse have so many goals for your life together, but they’ll likely require some money. Revise your budget with a few smart savings tips.

This Vintage Celebration is Full of Thrifted and Borrowed Décor: The Real Wedding of Lola Simpfenderfer and Sam Cooper

After meeting in the modern world of dating apps, Lola and Sam dated for three years before they felt it was right to get engaged. Sam proposed on a family trip to Gulf Shores, Alabama. Picking the right time was an easy decision for Sam.

4 Wedding Planning Tips to Accommodate Hearing-Impaired or Deaf Guests

If you're coming up with your wedding guest list, then odds are you may be inviting a few people with some form of hearing loss. 

Take Your Wedding From Ordinary to Extraordinary With These 8 Out-Of-The-Box Ideas

Once you’ve been to a few weddings, you might notice certain popular ideas repeat themselves. They might create gorgeous, romantic memories, but you want your big day to look unlike anything else.

What Should Newlyweds Know About Buying a Fixer-Upper?

Fixer-uppers make an excellent first home for newlyweds. These properties lend themselves to customization since they’re in disrepair. They cost less and can grow in value quickly.

10 Clever Ways to Cut Wedding Costs Without Compromising Your Vision

Many brides dream of a magical wedding but worry about the price tag. Don't sweat it!

Here are 10 clever ways to cut costs without compromising your vision.