Planning & Parties Blog
Midwestern Romance: A Ranch Style Shoot in Lancaster, Ohio
Savannah Hope | June 11, 2019For this style shoot, bohemian charm and rustic simplicity meet to create a dreamy atmosphere. The style shoot team notes, “The style concept was simplicity.
An Offbeat, Autumn Style Shoot in Indiana
Savannah Hope | June 6, 2019Lauren Chapman and Robbie Gantt of OpenField Photography wanted to create shoot that was inspired by Midwestern, autumn colors. They say, "We took inspiration from the rich tones that are associated with the season like the deep reds, mustard yellows and the warm foliage.
A Chicago Elopement at City Hall: The Elopement of Sandra and Billy
Savannah Hope | June 5, 2019Sandra and Bily met at Erie Café in Chicago. She says, “I recall telling his friend ‘I am ready to get married, just find me a husband’ so he introduced me to the man of my dreams.
May the Fourth Be With You: A Star Wars Decorated Wedding: The Wedding of Becky and Andrew
Savannah Hope | June 5, 2019Becky and Andrew met through work. While it wasn't loved at first sight, Becky says, “After a few months of working together we began talking more and exchanged numbers. We texted non-stop of about a month before deciding to go on our first date.”
Art Deco Meets Modern Industry in this Style Shoot
Savannah Hope | June 4, 2019Marissa Bruton of Velvet Jubilee came up with the concept of an Art Deco themed style shoot with nods to grandiose design and luxury style. Marissa says, “I love the luxury and elegance of the Art Deco age. Everything was over-the-top and glamorous.
A Michigan Woodland Bride Style Shoot
Savannah Hope | May 30, 2019August Nyson of August Nyson Creative and the model of this shoot, Lauren, wanted to bring to life a boho, laid-back style shoot that highlighted organic, ethereal vibes. August says, “The vision for this shoot came to us while we were staying at a log cabin in the middle of winter.
An Arizona Resort Wedding - The Wedding of Carley and Imoh Ekpo
Savannah Hope | May 29, 2019Carley and Imoh met on Tinder back in 2015. After sending a few messages back and forth they decided to go out and the rest is history. Imoh popped the big question while he and Carley were visiting Carley’s family in Kansas City.
A Fun, Garden Wedding in Grand Rapids - The Wedding of Olivia and Davy Chinn
Savannah Hope | May 29, 2019Olivia and Davy met on Tinder. Olivia jokes, “I created a Tinder profile as a joke with my friends. But then, Davy and I matched!” It was not until a month later that they went on their first date.
Our Favorite Instagram Posts 5.24.19
Kaitlyn Smale | May 24, 2019There aren't many things better than the Friday before a holiday weekend. Throw in a collection of totally dreamy photos from crazy-talented wedding vendors and we're done for! Start your weekend early (we won't tell!) by taking a peak at the pics that caught our eyes this week.
A Glamourous Downtown Wedding in Grand Rapids: The Wedding of Amanda and Jeff Lambert
Savannah Hope | May 22, 2019Amanda and Jeff met through a mutual friend who had connected them for work purposes. Little did they know that their work meeting would turn into much more of a connection. Jeff proposed during Amanda’s birthday weekend in Miami.