Decor & Rentals Blog

Summer Sunset: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Southwest Michigan Cover Shoot

Kaitlyn Smale |  September 7, 2026

Gina Bombin-Wilk of SRE Event Planning was inspired by the vibrant concept, “Summer Sunset,” for our spring/summer 2026 Southwest Michigan cover shoot. Her goal was to create something that felt lively and playful, while still holding onto a sense of timeless romance. “I wanted this shoot to be bright and fun, yet have an old world vibe,” Gina shares. Through a dynamic, sunset-inspired color palette and thoughtfully layered details, the design highlights how bold color can elevate a wedding without losing its classic appeal, resulting in a celebration that feels both joyful and elegantly refined!

Classic Romance: A Black and White Style Shoot in Valparaiso

Allyson Hutchison |  August 28, 2026

First set of photos // Megan Jerndt Photography

Love in Color: The Real Wedding of Caitlin Keenum & Van Gallik in Chicago

Allyson Hutchison |  August 26, 2026

Inspired by the character and charm of their venue, Caitlin and Van embraced a rich, vibrant color palette that brought a bold, almost maximalist feel to their wedding day.

5 Decor Ideas to Consider for Your Summer Wedding

WeddingDay |  August 26, 2026

Summer weddings come with a built-in advantage: the season does half the visual work for you. And yet plenty of couples still end up with a generic tent setup and a handful of flower centerpieces that look exactly like every other outdoor reception they've ever attended.

Autumn Romance in South Bend & Niles: The Real Wedding of Hannah & Julian Gregorio

Allyson Hutchison |  August 19, 2026

Inspired by the color of her hair and the season she loves, Hannah dreamed of an autumn wedding that was full of cozy details and vibrant colors! They settled on hosting their reception at a woodland venue in Niles, Michigan, and the ideas started flowing.

Tempest in Bloom: A Wuthering Heights-Inspired Style Shoot in Indianapolis

Allyson Hutchison |  August 17, 2026

Photographer and planner Beth had long envisioned creating a shoot that felt more like a mood than a traditional wedding editorial.

A Chicagoland Vineyard Celebration: The Real Wedding of Hannah and Andy Onnen

Allyson Hutchison |  August 12, 2026

Since both their moms were teachers at the same school, Hannah and Andy met as kids. Over time, feelings developed, and they began dating. When the time came, Andy proposed to Hannah at an old cow farm. His cousin—a wedding videographer—captured the whole moment for them to relive forever!

Stationery & Art

Cloud Dancer: Incorporating the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year Into Your Wedding

Kaitlyn Smale |  August 7, 2026

Incorporating the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, into your wedding design brings an airy, refined elegance to every detail of your celebration!

An Elegant and Classic Outdoor Chicagoland Celebration: The Real Wedding of Tyler and Jack Surin

Allyson Hutchison |  June 17, 2026

During their first week of college, Tyler and Jack met at a party and instantly clicked! They started dating shortly after meeting. Swept up by the magical emotion of the season, Jack proposed around Christmas.

Romantic and Modern Elegance in Black and White: The Real Wedding of Christy and Ryan Phillipp

Allyson Hutchison |  June 10, 2026

As Christy proclaims, she and Ryan are another dating app success story! They met on a dating app in 2021 and have been together since. While dating, Christy and Ryan took frequent trips to Lake Geneva for weekend getaways.