Planning & Parties Blog
The Wedding Story of Jillian & Austin Helmuth
Carri Fras | November 1, 2017Jillian needed a little push from above before taking a leap of faith with Austin. Although they had parted ways since meeting in college, it was a small action taken by Austin that would have big results years later. “During our freshman year at church, he had written his name in my bible at 1 John,” Jillian recalls. “Two years after I graduated, I found it when my pastor was doing a sermon on that passage and decided to reconnect with him. If that’s not a sign from God, I don’t know what is!” After writing letters to eachother and weekends spent together halfway between Pennsylvania and Indiana, the two finally found their forever.
A Moody Fall Style Shoot
Carri Fras | October 31, 2017Nothing screams fall like moody, natural colors and a beautiful, outdoor location. But Cassandra Tietz, the photographer behind Olive + Ivy, really wanted to get creative and break the rules.
A Woodland Wonder Style Shoot
Carri Fras | October 26, 2017Kelly Kennedy Rex of All Buttoned Up Events collaborated with Annette Hoffman from Nettie Marie Photography on a woodland style shoot of their dreams. “Annette had the vision to give it an English flair, and I had the idea of bringing in storybook characters,” Kelly says.
The Wedding Story of Jennifer and Andrew Bard
Carri Fras | October 25, 2017It’s true our friends sometimes know us better than we do and, lucky for Jennifer, she had her girlfriend by her side the day she spotted what would be her future husband. “We first saw each other while we were having lunch at the Skyline Club downtown.
A Hideaway Camp-Inspired Style Shoot
Carri Fras | October 23, 2017Meaghan Jameson of Fox & Fern Events recognizes that a Northern Michigan summer wedding is something extra special.
Our Favorite Instagram Posts 10.20.17
Kaitlyn Smale | October 20, 2017Another week, another Friday! Is it just us or is October flying by? It feels like we were just celebrating the first day of fall yesterday. However, the quicker time goes by, the more pretty weddings we get to swoon over on Instagram!
The Wedding Story of Angela and Kevin Harrington
Carri Fras | October 18, 2017In our opinion, getting caught in the rain with your love has a certain air of romance about it, and, for Kevin Harrington, it was the perfect time to propose to Angela, who he met their freshman year of high school.
How to Set a Stunning Table with The Rental Company
Carri Fras | October 17, 2017Rest assured, if you are engaged and stressed, planning ahead can help you avoid wedding nightmares!
Re-Thinking the Groom's Entrance
Lemuel Montero | October 16, 2017Perhaps it's my natural flair for the theatrical, but I feel like grooms need a more exciting entrance into the wedding ceremony.
WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot: Zyntango Farm Wedding Barn
Carri Fras | October 12, 2017Located in Whitestown, Indiana, it’s the perfect, natural setting for the barn wedding of your dreams. Hannah Strickler, owner of Design the Day, was the talented planner behind this exclusive WeddingDay style shoot. Meeting Zyntango’s desire for a vibrant palette, Hannah was given the creative freedom she needed to highlight all the pretty features this beautiful, organic farm and its equally appealing location had to offer. From the large trees, green lawns and patio to the airy barn setting and warm, rustic details, we think you’ll fall in love with this venue as quickly as we did.