Planning & Parties Blog

An Orchard Wedding in Louisville, Kentucky: The Wedding of Ryan and Chancing Torstrick

Savannah Hope |  July 24, 2019

Chancing and Ryan met where many modern couples are starting to meet—a dating app. They matched up, some messages were sent back and forth and soon enough they were on their first date. Ryan decided to pop the question at Disney World! Chancing adds, "He proposed while we were at Disney World.

A Modern Chicago Chapel Wedding: The Wedding of Mary and Patrick Carbon

Savannah Hope |  July 24, 2019

Before we even dive into this wedding, we just have to say - there is something for everyone to love. Mary and Patrick created one of the sweetest, most modern weddings we have every seen! They met back in 2015 in Chicago.

A Dreamy, Northern Michigan Styled Shoot

Savannah Hope |  July 23, 2019

This style shoot meshes together two popular trends and styles. Utilizing chic, down-to-earth boho style with botanical vibes, this styled shoot team accomplished a shoot that appeals to anyone’s heart.

Vibrant Color Meets Elegance in this Style Shoot

Savannah Hope |  July 18, 2019

Danielle of Danielle Harris Photography met up with her friend, Jacqueline, at Blue Blossom Rentals, and an idea hit them.  They knew just who they could go to in order to bring the vision to life, Lauren Williamson of Every Little Thing Events.

A Classic Country Club Wedding in Plymouth, Michigan: The Wedding of Sarah & Caleb Hires

Savannah Hope |  July 17, 2019

Sarah and Caleb met in 2016 while they were attending Michigan State. Sarah says, “We began to see each other a lot, sometimes more purposefully than others, I will admit.

A Wedding Full of Color and Fun in St. Louis: The Wedding of Angela and Nick Hipp

Savannah Hope |  July 17, 2019

Angela and Nick met when Angela was working at Hot Topic back in 2007. Nick came into the store to look around and asked for her opinions on CDs (playing it cool). Angela adds, “We chatted for a while and he left. I kept seeing him pass back and forth in front of the store.

A Bold and Mysterious Style Shoot in Downtown Detroit

Savannah Hope |  July 16, 2019

Chettara T. Photography has always loved the characters, Carmen Sandiego and Waldo, from the mystery video game. She says, “Both characters are elusive, mysterious, fun and for sure have their own style.

Unhidden Romance at Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn: A Cover Shoot in Berrien Springs, Michigan

Savannah Hope |  July 11, 2019

It may be a surprise to some to find that Southwest Michigan is home to some of the most beautiful vineyards in the world. For those of us that are in on the secret, well, we are in love! One of those stunning locales is Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn. This venue is not only sought after by Michigan brides but brides from across the country (including California). That is why Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn was picked as the site of our 2019 Issue 2 cover shoot.

An Earthy, Boho Wedding at an Indiana Christmas Tree Farm: The Wedding of Nora Chidalek and Mason McKinney

Savannah Hope |  July 10, 2019

Nora and Mason met in 2011 when they were set-up to go to a dance together. Mason met Nora a little before the dance and the two exchanged some (what they admit to being) awkward compliments about one another’s hair.

Fall-ing in Love: A Southwest Michigan Fall Wedding with New Style - The Wedding of Rachel and John Dunbar

Savannah Hope |  July 10, 2019

Rachel always had a love for the outdoors. From horseback riding to hiking - the outdoors were her home. That is why John’s proposal was more than perfect. As he and Rachel were walking a tree-lined path, he stopped to pop the question and the answer was “yes!”.