Planning & Parties Blog
This Chicagoland Style Shoot is Everything a Bride Could Dream Of
Allyson Hutchison | November 4, 2021Wanting to give her couple an idea of what a small elopement with big wedding vibes could look like, Elizabeth Staniszewski from At-The-Altar prepared this style shoot.
This Rustic Allegan, Michigan Ceremony Tugs at Our Heartstrings: The Real Wedding of Kathie and Dwight Dejong
Allyson Hutchison | November 3, 2021Kathie met Dwight in downtown Rockford and sparks have been flying ever since! After dating for a while, Dwight took Kathie and their two youngest for a trip to Kathie's hometown, Marquette. There, he proposed to Kathie on the Black Rocks on Lake Superior!
We're Craving the Finest Things in Life Thanks to This Elegant Grand Rapids Style Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | November 2, 2021After getting the chance to design a style shoot at Venue3Two in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Tushona of Tushona Monét Photography wanted to make the space as elaborate as possible.
This D.I.Y. Gary, Indiana Backyard Ceremony is Sure to Inspire You: The Real Wedding of Michele and Vince
Allyson Hutchison | October 27, 2021Though their paths never crossed while both living in Indianapolis, when Michele and Vince moved back to northern Indiana a mutual friend introduced them knowing they were similar souls. Despite having opposite work schedules, Vince found a way to propose.
Moody and Rustic Meet in this Benton Harbor Bourbon-Inspired Style Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | October 26, 2021The concept from this shoot came from Alexys Skolnik of Alluring Alexys. "Going in, I knew I wanted a dark, moody, bourbon bridal shoot," Alexys admits.
What Happens When Rustic and Elegance Combine? See in This Geometric Michigan Style Shoot!
Allyson Hutchison | October 21, 2021Rustic and elegant vibes collide in this stunning Michigan style shoot. "The shoot was my idea," Ashley Auger of Smitten Mitten Photography admits.
This Indiana Love Story will Make You Believe in Soulmates: The Real Wedding of Ashley and Carl Martin
Allyson Hutchison | October 20, 2021Both Ashley and Carl took the opportunity of a slowed-down world to look for love amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. They met over Facebook dating and knew immediately that they were meant for each other. Carl proposed to Ashley at a corn maze in October.
A Romantic Elopement for Two: A Chicago Boho Beach Style Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | October 19, 2021Lexi and Shelby of Becoming Designs Events had an idea to create a styled elopement that focused on the couple and no one else.
This Eclectic Sylvan Lake Style Shoot will Make You Want to Travel Across the Country
Allyson Hutchison | October 14, 2021After taking a trip across the beautiful and diverse United States, Molly Martin of Molly and Clover wanted to create a style shoot to represent all the landscapes she just saw.
A Luxurious Lafayette, Indiana Celebration: The Real Wedding of Olivia and Caleb Hendress
Allyson Hutchison | October 13, 2021After chatting with Caleb at her friend's Christmas party, Olivia gave him her number. Despite refusing a few dates, Olivia eventually agreed and talked with Caleb for four hours! Caleb took an opportunity to propose while Olivia was going up for a drive at TopGolf.