Planning & Parties Blog

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.

A Romantic, Wintery Howell, Michigan Celebration: The Real Wedding of Melissa and Colton Plummer

Allyson Hutchison |  February 16, 2022

After a brief split after freshman year of high school, Melissa and Colton were able to rekindle their relationship during their junior year. Despite attending different colleges for one year, they have been together for almost seven years now.

This Moody Anderson, Indiana Style Shoot has Stunning Pops of Color and a Whimsical Touch

Allyson Hutchison |  February 15, 2022

Kali from Occasions by K wanted to create a shoot that was reminiscent of a whimsical garden.

You'll Want to Book a Trip to Space After Seeing this Celestial Detroit Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  February 10, 2022

Elizabeth Young, of Iris and Mayfair, came up with the idea for this stunning style shoot back when she planned her own wedding before COVID.

We're Racing to Forever in this Lizton, Indiana Celebration: The Real Wedding of Lindsey and Andrew Hennig

Allyson Hutchison |  February 9, 2022

Even though Lindsey and Andrew matched on Bumble, they knew each other through rallycross racing. When it came to the proposal, Lindsey suggested visiting the zoo lights one evening, but Andrew surprised her with tickets to the Winterlights at Newfields.