Decor & Rentals Blog

La Dolce Vita: WeddingDay Magazine's Exclusive 2026 Look Book Cover Shoot

Kaitlyn Smale |  March 5, 2026

Our 2026 Look Book cover shoot was a dream brought to life by the incredibly talented Beth Waterman—planner, florist, venue owner and more all in one! This year’s concept was especially personal, as Beth drew inspiration from her own Italian heritage to create a romantic celebration infused with Tuscan charm. Aptly named La Dolce Vita—“The Sweet Life”—the shoot, photographed by Neeley Photography, captured the feeling of an intimate outdoor wedding surrounded by trees, soft breezes and effortless elegance.

A Fun, Downtown Indianapolis Rooftop Celebration: The Real Wedding of Sidney and Daniel Morehouse

Allyson Hutchison |  March 4, 2026

After meeting on a dating app that was designed to be deleted, Daniel and Sidney dated for five years before he popped the question. In true romantic fashion, Daniel filled a day with activities they loved to do together.

Sophisticated Whimsy: The Real Wedding of Rachel & Ethan Troxell in Battle Creek, Michigan

Allyson Hutchison |  February 25, 2026

Rachel and Ethan’s wedding was a dreamy blend of European-inspired romance and heartfelt personal storytelling, all set against an enchanting backdrop.

2025 Style Shoot Design Contest Submission: A Vintage Western Wedding in Mocha Mousse

Kaitlyn Smale |  February 24, 2026

After dreaming up her nostalgic, heartland-inspired concept Midwest Heart, Amanda Budreau of Mostly Becky Event Group found the perfect fit in our 2025 Style Shoot Design Contest theme, “Embrace the Unexpected”.

Cotton Candy Sunset: The Real Wedding of Becca Willis & Ryan Holtz in Detroit

Allyson Hutchison |  February 23, 2026

The running joke when they started planning was that Becca and Ryan’s wedding wouldn't have a theme.

Whimsical Garden Nuptials in East Lansing: The Real Wedding of Kim & Michael Szczepanski

Kaitlyn Smale |  February 20, 2026

Kim and Michael’s wedding was a vibrant, romantic garden celebration brought to life by the venue’s natural charm, colorful blooms and the couple’s love of the outdoors.

Springtime Romance in Three Oaks, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Layne & Bobby Padilla

Allyson Hutchison |  February 18, 2026

Inspired by the delicate and fresh feel of spring, Layne and Bobby chose baby blue, peach, blush, gold and ivory for their wedding colors.

A Lakeside Watercolor Celebration in Culver, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Sarah and Graham Singer

Allyson Hutchison |  February 16, 2026

Since Sarah grew up going to Lake Maxinkuckee every summer, she knew that was where she wanted to get married someday. With that locale in mind, Sarah and Graham decided to create the perfect relaxed, lakeside getaway for their wedding day. And no summer is complete without color!

A Modern Enchanted Garden: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Detroit Cover Shoot

Kaitlyn Smale |  February 15, 2026

The vision for our fall/winter Detroit cover shoot was centered on creating an atmosphere of modern enchantment. Planner JaLeesa Samone of Christian Lei Events reimagined the idea of an enchanted garden through an elevated, contemporary lens—romantic, immersive and subtly unexpected. "In my heart, I was picturing a space that felt like stepping into a dream: lush, layered greenery, soft light and an atmosphere that felt intimate and transportive," she shares. The result had us feeling like we were stepping into a secret garden straight out of a dream!

Rustic Elegance in Berrien Springs: The Real Wedding of Krista & Phillip Duran

Allyson Hutchison |  February 12, 2026

Krista and Phillip always wanted to be married in a barn. They ended up finding their ideal venue, which had the perfect balance between rustic chic and quiet elegance. The flowers are what helped Krista decide on the color palette.