Planning & Parties Blog
A Beachy Chic Celebration in Bridgman, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Ami Fox and Benjamin Silluzio
Kaitlyn Smale | August 20, 2025Inspired by hosting the wedding at her family’s lake house, Ami wanted to make her wedding beachy, casual and blue! Since the ceremony was right on the shores of Lake Michigan, Ami and Ben wanted it to be a fun event with shoes being optional.
Chicago & Indianapolis Wedding Planning Where Culture, Creativity and Celebration Meet: Meet Blue Llama Events
Kaitlyn Smale | August 18, 2025When it comes to planning an unforgettable event, details matter—but so does personality. Blue Llama Events, recognized as one of the top wedding planners in the Midwest, brings both to every celebration they create.
Sip, Sun Yourself and Sail With These 6 Tips for a Bachelorette Party on the Water
WeddingDay | August 18, 2025Interested in getting away from land and taking an adventure with your friends somewhere private to celebrate your bachelorette party? Consider having your party on a boat. Setting sail for a day or weekend of adventure with your closest friends can be the perfect trip.
Effortlessly Elegant in Michigan City: The Real Wedding of Faith & Alec Glinski
Kaitlyn Smale | August 13, 2025Inspired by Sofia Richie’s effortlessly elegant wedding, Faith and Alec designed a timeless celebration using a classic black and white color palette.
Emerald Sunshine: An Art Deco-Inspired Spring Style Shoot in Michigan
Allyson Hutchison | August 12, 2025The design team behind this style shoot wanted to step into another era with a springtime twist, and they pulled it off beautifully! To achieve the Art Deco style, they focused a lot on geometric lines and glamorous details.
Top 7 Unique Wedding Themes for Millennial and Gen Z Couples
WeddingDay | August 7, 2025Gone are the days when we all felt compelled to take the traditional route. For Millennials and Gen Zs, it’s about doing what feels right for them, regardless of past traditions.
Forging new paths is what these couples are all about!
Love in Full Bloom: A Timeless European-Inspired Style Shoot in Illinois
Kaitlyn Smale | August 5, 2025Designed with timeless elegance and European editorial charm in mind, this shoot was all about celebrating classic beauty, natural grace and a fresh, sophisticated aesthetic. Set along a riverfront at a private residence, the venue itself was a storybook backdrop.
Ditch the Ordinary: How EXL Events Co. is Redefining Weddings and Events
Kaitlyn Smale | July 30, 2025When it comes to planning a wedding or event, the pressure to follow tradition, meet expectations and “do it like everyone else” can feel overwhelming. But what if you didn’t have to? What if you could throw out the rulebook and create something that feels entirely you?
Indiana’s One-Stop Shop for Creative, Stress-Free Weddings: Meet Nerdy Fox Rentals & Designs
Kaitlyn Smale | July 22, 2025Planning a wedding should feel joyful—not overwhelming. That’s where Nerdy Fox Rentals & Designs comes in. Located just south of Indianapolis in Greenwood, Indiana, this dynamic team brings a fresh, modern and alternative approach to event decor and wedding coordination across the state.
Should You Move Before or After Your Wedding? 7 Considerations
WeddingDay | July 21, 2025Weddings come with exhilarating chaos — selecting your venue, confirming your guest list and choosing the ideal cake. But one decision sets the tone for your emotional well-being and everything that follows — should you move before or after tying the knot?