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2020 Style Shoot Design Contest Submission: A Sun-Kissed Sustainable Wedding

Chrysa Keenon |  December 28, 2020

You’ll feel the flower power in this submission to our 2020 Style Shoot Design Contest! Kim Andert of Raven's Wing Hats and Kayla Holdread of Weeping Willow Photography, worked together to organize this sustainable wedding for the e

European Grace & Glamour: A Paris-Themed Style Shoot

Chrysa Keenon |  December 24, 2020

This stunning shoot brings all the whimsical charm of a Paris destination wedding to right here at home! The team utilized pastel colors to bring this romantic French-inspired shoot to life. The flirty and vibrant florals add the perfect texture to this venue's vintage European look.

Natural Romance in Nappanee, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Amanda & Matt Heverly

Chrysa Keenon |  December 23, 2020

The small touches of greenery give a pop of romance to Amanda and Matt Heverly's moody ceremony! We love the way this eclectic floral and décor looks side by side The Hall at Oakland Park's unique wood and stone architecture!

A Garden Brunch Wedding in Chicago: The Real Wedding of Moira Corcoran & Lauren Johnston

Chrysa Keenon |  December 23, 2020

We think Moira and Lauren's garden brunch themed-wedding is a fun, destination-at-home celebration! "We wanted to create a destination feel without having to leave Chicago," Moira says. The couple used greenery and wooded decor to keep their whimsical day full of detail.

Colorful Flower Power: A 70's-Inspired Style Shoot in Detroit

Chrysa Keenon |  December 22, 2020

Flower children rejoice, the floral style shoot of your dreams is here! This shoot's team wanted to draw on 1970s vibes, tying the vibrant color palette to match the venue's blush pink walls. They even added in some classic Stevie Nicks style with the bride's fringe cape!

Dark & Dramatic: The Real Grand Rapids Elopement of Phoenix & David Riverkooi

Chrysa Keenon |  December 21, 2020

Traditional wasn't on the minds of Phoenix and David when they planned their dramatic and dark elopement! After COVID-19 canceled their original plans, the couple decided to move forward with their ceremony on a much smaller scale.

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2020 Style Shoot Design Contest Submission: An Artistic Wedding in Blue

Chrysa Keenon |  December 21, 2020

Let your inner creativity shine in this submission to our 2020 Style Shoot Design Contest! Alesha Laws of Follow Your Arrow Photography wanted to incorporate several forms of art into a wedding in blue.

Garden Romance in Indiana: The Real Wedding of Allison & Alyssa Swingley

Chrysa Keenon |  December 18, 2020

Allison and Alyssa fell in love riding bikes to Lakeside Park, so when COVID-19 forced their original wedding plans to shift, they decided to have their micro wedding there! This intimate celebration shined with a color palette of sage, gold and silver.

Easy & Breezy Style: A Detroit Waterfront Style Shoot

Chrysa Keenon |  December 17, 2020

Kick your feet up by the beach in this coastal inspired style shoot! This vendor team led by Detroit wedding planner Ryan Abney Event Design utilized a neutral and airy color palette to give a classic tropical style a contemporary twist.

Classic Elegance in Indianapolis: The Real Wedding of Elizabeth Harris and Moshe Praver

Chrysa Keenon |  December 16, 2020

We're in love with the classic elegance of Elizabeth and Moshe's wedding! The Omni Severin Hotel's high ceilings and chandeliers give this luxurious day the perfect touch of grandeur.