Planning & Parties Blog
The Wedding Story of Abigail and Damon Edmons
Carri Fras | November 22, 2017When Abigail “accidentally” met Damon, she had no idea he would be her future husband. A mother of her high school friend, in fact, was hosting Damon after he had completed mission work abroad and was the mastermind behind the meeting.
Modern Meets Classic Romance: A Style Shoot By A Classic Party Rental
Carri Fras | November 14, 2017When A Classic Party Rental expanded their inventory this past year, Chung Chow, Event Specialist and Social Media Coordinator for A Classic, thought this presented th
Summer Splendor: A Whimsical Garden Wedding at Henderson Castle
Carri Fras | November 9, 2017Whimsy and elegance were two things that came to mind when designing this cover. We knew nothing could be more perfect for this concept than a Michigan wedding overflowing with all the rich colors, freshness and elements of summer the season had to offer—including some of its more delicious offerings!
Modern Romance: A Cover Shoot at Community Life Center
Carri Fras | November 2, 2017There are many ways to interpret “modern romance.” For us and our great team of talented vendors, it was a culmination of ideas that resulted in a gorgeously modern mix that was both fresh and full of beautiful summer hues. Hannah Strickler of Design the Day did an excellent job refining the initial vision into one as vibrant and crisp as the sunny day it was shot on.
The Wedding Story of Caitlin and Ethan Flater
Carri Fras | November 1, 2017After arriving home from a trip to Disney together, Ethan’s plan to propose to Caitlin upon their return was abruptly foiled by bouts of sickness. While the two were still recovering, Ethan managed to pull off his scavenger hunt proposal a few days later, and it made for a very memorable engagement. “There were ten stations and at each one was a paragraph of something he loved about me or a special memory of something we had together,” Caitlin explains. “Finally, the last message led me to him where he was so handsome on one knee.”
A Moody Fall Style Shoot
Carri Fras | October 31, 2017Nothing screams fall like moody, natural colors and a beautiful, outdoor location. But Cassandra Tietz, the photographer behind Olive + Ivy, really wanted to get creative and break the rules.
A Woodland Wonder Style Shoot
Carri Fras | October 26, 2017Kelly Kennedy Rex of All Buttoned Up Events collaborated with Annette Hoffman from Nettie Marie Photography on a woodland style shoot of their dreams. “Annette had the vision to give it an English flair, and I had the idea of bringing in storybook characters,” Kelly says.
A Hideaway Camp-Inspired Style Shoot
Carri Fras | October 23, 2017Meaghan Jameson of Fox & Fern Events recognizes that a Northern Michigan summer wedding is something extra special.
WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot: Zyntango Farm Wedding Barn
Carri Fras | October 12, 2017Located in Whitestown, Indiana, it’s the perfect, natural setting for the barn wedding of your dreams. Hannah Strickler, owner of Design the Day, was the talented planner behind this exclusive WeddingDay style shoot. Meeting Zyntango’s desire for a vibrant palette, Hannah was given the creative freedom she needed to highlight all the pretty features this beautiful, organic farm and its equally appealing location had to offer. From the large trees, green lawns and patio to the airy barn setting and warm, rustic details, we think you’ll fall in love with this venue as quickly as we did.
The Wedding Story of Emma and Ben Goforth
Carri Fras | October 11, 2017Emma and Ben met at Northern Michigan University in 2010. “I would always see him in the school cafeteria and had the biggest crush on him,” Emma recalls. “It truly was love at first sight.