Venues Blog
New Year's Eve Elegance in Carmel, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Lauren & Brandon Krieger
Allyson Hutchison | October 8, 2025Though Lauren imagined a sophisticated black-tie wedding with gold accents, Brandon, an Indiana University grad, vetoed the “Purdue colors.” So, they decided on black-tie elegance with mixed metals instead.
French Romance: A European-Inspired Style Shoot in Rochester, Michigan
Allyson Hutchison | October 7, 2025Inspired by romance and Michigan’s autumn magic, this creative team set out to bring a French-inspired style shoot to life—right in the heart of the Midwest.
A Farm-to-Table Fairytale in Dexter, Michigan: Weddings at Zingerman’s Cornman Farms
Kaitlyn Smale | October 6, 2025Just minutes from downtown Ann Arbor—but a world away in feeling—Zingerman’s Cornman Farms is not just a wedding venue. It’s a place where love stories come to life, where food is a central character and where every detail is lovingly and intentionally crafted.
Love in the Greens: Our Exclusive Chicago Cover Shoot
Kaitlyn Smale | October 3, 2025We worked with Walden's in-house planner, Krystle Erler, for our Chicago spring/summer cover shoot, to transform the modern, industrial aesthetic of the venue into something soft, romantic and unforgettable. Inspired by Walden's natural elements—like exposed brick and warm wood tones—we layered in dreamy draping and lush florals to bring a timeless elegance to the space. The design centered around a rich, organic floral palette that's versatile for any season. Krystle shares, "In my heart, I pictured a dreamy, timeless celebration where nature and romance come together seamlessly in an urban setting."
Natural Romance in Marcellus, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Andrew Thanos and Joseph Foy
Kaitlyn Smale | October 1, 2025Andrew and Joseph's wedding at Gable Hill was inspired by the venue's natural beauty, especially the serene lily pond and the freshly painted barn that set the scene for their day.
Wildflower Opulence in Holland, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Kelsey and Brandon McNeil
Allyson Hutchison | September 26, 2025Inspired by a light and airy color palette and Kelsey's love of flowers, Kelsey and Brandon set out to plan a wedding that was elegant yet natural. Once they had a theme in mind, they wanted to find a venue that matched that vibe and also made their guests feel comfortable.
A Modern-Industrial Celebration in Valparaiso, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Jessica & TJ Reese
Kaitlyn Smale | September 24, 2025Jessica and TJ chose their wedding venue, Journeyman Distillery, while it was still under construction—drawn in by its industrial-modern charm and their love for whiskey.
Modern Black-Tie Nuptials in Detroit: The Real Wedding of Mychael & Jeff Hickey
Allyson Hutchison | September 17, 2025Inspired by a classic black-tie aesthetic, Mychael and Jeff wanted to make the look their own. They asked guests to wear full-length gowns, suits or tuxedos—and encouraged everyone to add a personal touch through their choice of color.
Desert Western Dreams: Our Grand Rapids Photographer Collaborative Style Shoot Event
Kaitlyn Smale | September 15, 2025We were so excited to host our sixth Photographer Collaborative Style Shoot Event where photographers from all around the Midwest were invited to gain style shoot experience and grow their connections with other experts in the wedding industry.
Bold Blooms in Byron Center, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Liz + Jordan Kuperus
Allyson Hutchison | September 10, 2025For their wedding, Liz and Jordan wanted to highlight the flowers that Liz's family works hard to grow. That said, they wanted to find a simple yet elegant venue that provided them with an indoor and outdoor option and a beautiful design so they could properly focus on the florals.