Planning & Parties Blog
Real Weddings Across the Midwest: Valparaiso, Indiana // The Real Wedding of Danielle Kulina and Nick Prebys
Kaitlyn Smale | June 2, 2020Break out your maps and get ready for your next road trip! You'll definitely want to check out this local Midwest city that was entered into our Best Midwest Wedding City 2020 Contest.
Learn How Partying Right Before The Big Day Can Turn On You
WeddingDay | June 1, 2020The day you say 'I do' is one of the most important days in your life, and planning it should be a fun and exciting experience. It's the day you begin a new life together, and you'll want to make your wedding day unique, meaningful, and memorable.
This Grand Rapids Tree House Ceremony is Full of Lush Greenery: The Real Wedding of Geena and Daniel Montgomery
Chrysa Keenon | May 28, 2020Geena and Daniel shared nearly every class together in college, so they had a lot of time to get to know one another! A solid friendship led to a sparkling romance, and soon there were wedding bells ringing in the distance.
An Industrial Indianapolis Wedding: The Real Wedding of Lauren Wall-Privett and Brandon Privett
Chrysa Keenon | May 27, 2020Lauren and Brandon first hit it off at a country-themed bar in Indianapolis. Brandon bought Lauren a drink and made her laugh all through the night. Once they started dating, they knew they had something special!
This Michigan Ranch Style Shoot is any Cowgirl's Dream
Chrysa Keenon | May 26, 2020This casual shoot is perfect for any cowgirl! Ching Tan of Design Quintessentials was the head designer of this shoot, envisioning a rustic yet elegant ceremony with tea-length gowns and cowboy boots.
This Alternative Detroit Elopement Meets Classic Beachy Glam
Chrysa Keenon | May 21, 2020Alternative style hits the beach in this sandy style shoot! Centered just outside of bustling Detroit, Chettara of Chettara T. Photography wanted to create a simple yet rockin’ style shoot for the couple who wants to make their intimate ceremony uniquely their own.
This Rustic Ohio Barn Wedding is Full of Charm: The Real Wedding of Abby and Colton Haselman
Chrysa Keenon | May 20, 2020Abby and Colton felt love at first sight when they locked eyes at a soccer tournament in middle school. From there, the pair became inseparable! When it came time to propose, Colton popped the question during a romantic walk in a park overlooking Cincinnati.
This Old-World Columbus Ceremony is Full of Lush Romance: The Real Wedding of Ashley and Pat Widmayer
Chrysa Keenon | May 20, 2020Ashley and Pat connected through Bumble. After their first date to a board game parlor, the pair knew there was a spark between them like no other. While on vacation in Florida with Pat’s family, he popped the question to Ashley during a walk on the beach.
This Michigan Style Shoot Sparks Romance Through Handcrafted Love Letters
Chrysa Keenon | May 19, 2020The theme of a romantic woodland wonderland was chosen specifically for this venue. The lush greenery and candles inspired a fairytale-like setting that Ching Tan, the owner of Design Quintessentials, and her team loved!
This Indianapolis Micro Wedding Brings Classic Style to a Rooftop: The Real Wedding of Christy and Michael Loke
Chrysa Keenon | May 13, 2020There was an instant attraction between Christy and Michael. Meeting through mutual friends in college, the pair dated for a few years before they decided to take the next step. Braving a snowstorm, the pair drove from Indianapolis to Purdue to watch a basketball game.