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How to Create a Locally Focused Wedding

Jessica Blair |  July 19, 2016

Let’s be honest. Your wedding is going to be darling. From the color scheme to the cake, I can just envision the gorgeousness now. But here’s a thought, wouldn’t it be that much sweeter if your wedding were locally sourced, too?

Beauty

10 Bridal Looks We Love

Jenna Nelson |  July 18, 2016

Pretty people wearing pretty dresses. That's basically what we're after today! We've compiled a collection of some of our favorite looks of real brides and models that have been featured on WeddingDay. Get your Pinterest boards ready, ladies!

 

Our Favorite Instagram Posts 7.15.16

Jenna Nelson |  July 15, 2016

Word of caution: this week's Instagram vendors are crazy good. We take no responsibility for your desire to re-plan your own wedding or for your regret to not hire these vendors. But the good news is that you can still follow them on the 'gram!

Go Green or Go Home: An Eco-Inspired Cover Shoot

Jenna Nelson |  July 14, 2016

With more and more couples taking the initiative to introduce environmentally conscious practices into their special event, we couldn’t help but take note of the botanical vibe that is turning up on Pinterest boards and in style shoots throughout the digital world. All it took was a quick search of “eco-friendly weddings” on Pinterest and the editorial team at WeddingDay fell down a deep rabbit hole of woods, textures, foliage, earthy tones, natural light and metallics. 

The Wedding Story of REBECCA & DANIEL JACOBSON

Kathy Jonas |  July 13, 2016

Rebecca Elayne Dixon met Daniel Jacobson while working on a digital magazine for a class at Ball State University. She wanted to use one of his videos in her project. After graduation, she ran into him at a concert in Indianapolis. “I recognized him by his camera and dark-rimmed glasses.” Rebecca says. “We hit it off right away.” But he was moving to England and she was moving to Florida. But in 2011, he moved back and asked her for help with a website for his video work and romance developed.

Try these mindful eating tips to lose weight in a healthy way for your big day

Collin Christine |  July 12, 2016

Ever found yourself thinking, “I’ve been on a diet for two weeks and all I lost was two weeks”? How about hating yo-yo dieting? Working hard to cut calories just to find yourself over indulging and gaining back all the weight you lost?

Planners and Coordinators and Designers, Oh My! Which Should You Hire?

Jenna Nelson |  July 11, 2016

Once upon a time, there were people who helped to plan your wedding and they weren’t called wedding planners. These people were usually mothers, aunts, grandmothers or family friends who assumed responsibility for the behind-the-scenes duties that weddings generally require. It wasn’t a business or a service, but rather a customary tradition that one of the female relatives or friends would take on wedding tasks to alleviate stress from the bride. And they did it for free. 

Our Favorite Instagram Posts 7.8.16

Jenna Nelson |  July 8, 2016

Puppies, patriotism and prettiness pretty much sum up today's Instagram faves! We started off the list with a puppy photo because we realized that this is not a three-day weekend (insert sad emoji with tears), so we did what we could to compensate.

Fine Art Wedding: A Cover Shoot at The Palladium

Jenna Nelson |  July 7, 2016

Appropriately titled “Fine Art Wedding,” this cover shoot was designed to create a whimsical, painterly feel drawing inspiration from ballet dancers in classic interiors, the elements of early spring, and timeless details. Tara Steele with Tara Nicole Weddings and Autumn Keller of Isibeal Studio conceptualized the cover shoot and illustrated each detail to be elegant and graceful, drawing on the graceful postures and fluid motion of a ballet dancer to bring all of the details together seamlessly. 

Beauty

The Wedding Story of Brandon and Shalmai Keim

Jenna Nelson |  July 6, 2016

While we typically feature the details of "the big day," occasionally we stumble upon other momentous occasions that pull at our hearts. Brandon and Shalmai Keim's story was one of those stories that just sticks with you. This particular event we are featuring today is a 10-year vow renewal.