Planning & Parties Blog
A Classic, Candlelit Cincinnati Wedding: The Real Wedding of Lisa and Claude Harris
Chrysa Keenon | January 15, 2020Lisa and Claude crossed paths on Instagram. When a relationship started to bloom, they knew it would last forever! Claude popped the question to Lisa when she was getting her makeup done for her big birthday bash—best birthday gift ever!
A Romantic Waterfront Wedding in Holland: The Real Wedding of Emily and Eric Matych
Chrysa Keenon | January 15, 2020Emily and Eric met on a bar crawl during their time in college. They immediately hit it off, and when it came time to pop the big question, Eric’s proposal was on par! The pair was golfing and Eric had written “Emily, will you marry me?” on his golf ball. Now that’s a hole in one!
This Airy Columbus Style Shoot Is Bursting With Color
Chrysa Keenon | January 14, 2020We’re yearning for spring with this warm Ohio style shoot! Jessica of Jessica Photography notes that this joy-filled shoot was born after a brainstorming session with Maim Cakes and Perla Flor Designs.
Natural Beauty: A WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot at the Lodge at River Valley Farm in Yorktown, Indiana
Chrysa Keenon | January 14, 2020This WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot, hosted by the Lodge at River Valley Farm, is a picturesque shoot that radiates romance, tranquility and charm.
WeddingDay Pro Spotlight: Michelle Nikitaras, Unveiled Weddings & Events
Chrysa Keenon | January 13, 2020Every girl dreams about what her wedding will look like. When you get engaged, you begin to make that dream a reality. But we all know real life doesn’t always go as planned—that’s why it is important to have someone stand by your side to help keep your big day on track.
This Chicago Style Shoot Combines Fall and Winter to Create Fun: The Lakewood Style Shoot
Chrysa Keenon | January 9, 2020Can’t decide on a fall or a winter wedding? This style shoot brings the best of both seasons to the table. Lori from Lori Sapio Weddings wanted to showcase two different seasons in one style shoot at The Lakewood.
Secret Garden in the City: A Detroit Cover Shoot with Bold Blooms & Edgy Brick
Chrysa Keenon | January 9, 2020We wanted to portray a sense of attitude for our 2019 Issue 4 cover shoot. With the design of a moody Detroit escape in mind, Aimee Paquin, Owner and Lead Designer of Modernly Events, imagined this shoot to be a slightly edgy take on “Secret Garden in the City.” Aimee explains, “I wanted the shoot to feel modern, edgy and a little wild at heart.” We wanted to pair darker colors with a soft traditional look to create an overall refined, dramatic look any bride could use. Aimee notes, “I used a lot of black and white throughout the shoot to allow the venue and the floral design to be the primary focus, as well as keeping the other elements more minimal.”
This Outdoor Bloomington Wedding Will Leave You Speechless: The Real Wedding of Rae Winters and Ryan McClain
Chrysa Keenon | January 8, 2020Rae and Ryan met through mutual friends. Once a romance blossomed, they knew it would be forever. During a hiking trip at Turkey Run, Ryan wrote “Will You Marry Me” on a pair of colorful sunglasses, poking fun at Rae’s optometry career. Talk about rose-tinted glasses!
ForeveR&R: The Wedding Story of Regan & Ryan Wasoski
Jamey Harding | January 8, 2020Ryan Wasoski, an experienced jeweler, wanted to create something spectacular to give Regan Harding on her birthday, the night he planned to surprise her with a proposal.
Travel to Ancient Greece With This Michigan Goddess Style Shoot
Chrysa Keenon | January 7, 2020Travel across land and sea to get a taste of Europe, right at home! Sandra of DreamBox Photography wanted to bring a little bit of old-world European style home to the Midwest. The idea for this “Grecian Goddess” style came after Sandra got home from her first solo trip to Greece.