Planning & Parties Blog
An Ethereal Beach Dream: A Purple-Infused Style Shoot
Savannah Hope | October 9, 2018What do you get when you mix the sturdy, stoic design of the Gary Aquatorium with its beachy, organic shoreline? For Michelle Nikitaras of Unveiled Weddings and Events, this was an opportunity to create something unique.
A Whimsical, Michigan Farm Style Shoot
Savannah Hope | September 25, 2018When Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography and Shivani Kothari of VaniKo Designs Weddings and Events decided to do a bridal style shoot at a horse farm they knew they may get a few raised eyebrows. However, the women saw the potential in the beautiful landscape.
WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot: A Historic Wedding Venue in Indianapolis
Savannah Hope | September 17, 2018Indiana Landmarks is a spacious, historic venue located in Indianapolis that combines iconic style with alluring amenities. This nonprofit organization restores historic buildings to create unique spaces where families and friends can gather to celebrate. Sari Swinehart, Indiana Landmarks' Special Events Coordinator says, “Indiana Landmarks Center and the Morris-Butler House will take your breath away with the classic and refined character of their historic architectural styles.” This WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot focuses on the notable features of this venue, inspiring a shoot that represents timeless romance.
An Outdoor Style Shoot for your Boho Side
Savannah Hope | September 11, 2018Abbey Bullerdick of Abbey Elaine Photography and Vanessa Rische of Copper Jade Weddings and Events dreamt up a style shoot that encompasses the soulfulness of the Midwest.
A Vintage-Styled Shoot with French Vibes
Savannah Hope | September 6, 2018When Cynthia of Cynthia Boyle Photography struck up the idea to do a style shoot—she knew a few things that she wanted to accomplish.
The Wedding Story of Cassie Batz-Barbarich and Luke Barbarich
Carri Fras | September 5, 2018Cassie says of her now husband, Luke, “We were introduced by mutual friends who thought we would be a great match, and boy were they right! We hit it off instantly, and our friends were quite proud of themselves.
Detroit Meets Desert: An Organic, Urban Shoot
Savannah Hope | September 4, 2018When Miranda Crace of Spoke Events envisioned plans for her next style shoot she knew that she wanted to capture the beauty of the desert with the flare of urban Detroit.
Urban Winter Style Shoot
Carri Fras | August 23, 2018Edgy and industrial style is definitely an aesthetic that has a special place in the world of weddings these days. More and more brides are drawn to the simple, blank slate appeal of this modern look.
A Bay City Style Shoot
Carri Fras | August 16, 2018Amanda of Amanda Cooper Photography has a love of cars—especially classic cars. She says, “My first vehicle was actually a Mustang. I’d had this vision in my head for quite some time.
The Wedding Story of Arica and Derek Smith
Carri Fras | August 15, 2018It’s always nice when couples meet through friends. For Arica and Derek, a mutual friend’s persistence paid off after they finally succeeded in blindly having the pair meet in Traverse City on New Year’s Eve. “He asked me on a date just one week later!” says Arica.












