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Our Favorite Instagram Posts 8.14.20
Kaitlyn Smale | August 14, 2020On Fridays, we 'gram. Join us by swooning over these totally pretty posts we've been eyeing this week! And don't forget to give these vendors a follow too.
This Bold Indiana Style Shoot Will Take Your Breath Away with Vibrant Summer Colors
Chrysa Keenon | August 13, 2020Bold and beautiful, this style shoot will make you wish for summer to never end! Abigail of Sparkling Decor and More wanted to showcase bold colors that aren’t usually used in weddings and utilized vibrant pinks, yellows and purples to steal the show.
Discover the Fairytale Ending of this Elegant Ohio Wedding: The Real Wedding of Rachel and Matthew Staten
Chrysa Keenon | August 12, 2020Even though Rachel and Matthew originally met at a church dance, they didn’t reconnect until later during college. Sparks flew, and they knew they had found something special! During a trip to Hawaii, Matthew paused during a hike and asked Rachel to be his wife. She of course said 'yes'!
This Chic Michigan Barn Wedding Brings out the Best of Harvest Season: The Real Wedding of Sarah and Tim Hackbarth
Chrysa Keenon | August 12, 2020Even though Sarah and Tim went to the same high school, they weren’t properly introduced until after Sarah graduated. Sparks flew after they bonded over karaoke and seven years of dating flew by! Tim popped the question on the pair’s first couple’s vacation.
European Romance Comes to Life in this Tuscan-Inspired Lancaster, Ohio Shoot
Chrysa Keenon | August 6, 2020Can’t travel to Italy? No problem! This Ohio style shoot will transport you straight to the colorful hills of Tuscany. Beth of Moonstruck Planning and Design wanted to bring Midwest simplicity to an Italian charm.
This Jamaican Destination Wedding Features Gorgeous Beaches and a Sparkling Ocean: The Real Wedding of Ashley and Christopher Gillis
Chrysa Keenon | August 5, 2020Ashley bumped into Christopher for the first time at the mall. Originally wanting to upgrade her phone, Ashley’s quick trip turned into a much longer endeavor when she started chatting with the cute sales rep! From there, she and Christopher were inseparable.
Cheerful, Chic and Full of Smiles, This Rainbow Ohio Wedding Stops the Show: The Real Wedding of Jules and Robert Breslin
Chrysa Keenon | August 5, 2020Jules and Robert met when the two auditioned for their community theatre’s production of Footloose. When they both landed leading romantic roles, they couldn’t help but fall in love IRL! Robert asked Jules to be his forever on New Year's Eve during a trip to the Dominican Republic.
This Southern Indiana Ceremony is a Backyard Bash: The Real Wedding of Cassandra and Devin Cornwell
Chrysa Keenon | August 4, 2020Cassandra originally met Devin in passing during their small town’s Oktoberfest. When she reconnected with him through mutual friends, she knew he was worth getting to know more! After two years of blissful dating, Devin popped the question during a Christmas photo shoot.
This Detroit Wedding is Brimming with Old World Elegance: The Real Wedding of Vivian Ruffolo and Mary Reid
Chrysa Keenon | July 29, 2020Mary and Vivian first met through a dating app. Mary jokes, “We are millennials, so where else would be meet except online?” Once the couple went on a few dates, they started getting serious. It was obvious they were meant to be!
Love is in the Air in this Candlelit Cincinnati Wedding: The Wedding of Andréa and Andre DuBois
Chrysa Keenon | July 29, 2020Andréa swiped right on Andre’s Bumble profile and the match was instant. Three days later, the pair went on their first date and they’ve been together ever since! Andre completely took Andréa by surprise when he popped the question during a couple’s photo shoot.