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A Seaside Occasion: A Serendipitous Style Shoot in South Haven
Jenna Nelson | January 5, 2016Lake Michigan lends its natural beauty for all kinds of artistic expression. For this particular style shoot, Katie of Katie Whitcomb Photography imagined a nautical-meets-tropical-paradise theme that paired bold, sunset orange colors with shades of watery blue.
The Wedding Story of... Kaitlyn & Tanner Smale
Kathy Jonas | January 4, 2016Tanner, who works at Premier Arts, the resident theater company of the Lerner Theater in Elkhart, had been performing in the musical “South Pacific” when right after the curtain call, the music changed abruptly and the One Direction song “Kiss You” started playing. Everyone in the cast began dancing and passing hearts down the line. The hearts read “Will You Marry Me?” Tanner jumped over the line of dancers at the same time a confetti cannon went off. When the song ended, he got down on one knee and proposed in front of more than a thousand people.
The Wedding Story of... Lindsay & Eddy Lux
Kathy Jonas | January 4, 2016Lindsay Grace and Eddy Lux met while volunteering at a young professionals event at City Market in Indianapolis. They had a moment right out of a Hollywood romance as they kept sneaking glances and smiles. They met for a drink at the end of the evening, exchanged numbers and had a date the next weekend.
5 Wedding Trends That Are SOOO 2015
Jenna Nelson | January 4, 2016January is officially that month when we all embrace the mantra "out with the old and in with the new." From ditching old habits to creating new goals, the new year sets the stage for new beginnings. But, new beginnings are usually accompanied by a few goodbyes--some regretful and some much-needed!
The Wedding Story of... Kelly & Zac Brouillette
Kathy Jonas | January 4, 2016Kelly Miller and Zac Brouillette met while she was interviewing for an assistant softball coach position at Ohio University. He was a strength and conditioning coach. “The job was a done deal when I saw the hunky coach,” says Kelly. She played softball at Purdue University and was a standout midfielder. He attended Iowa State, where he played football and was on the track and field team.
The Wedding Story of... Matt and Jenna Butler
Jenna Nelson | December 30, 2015There is really something that can't quite be put into words about high school sweethearts who marry one another. The truth is, it gives us all a little hope to hear about two people who made it through the dynamics of growing up and the inescapable changes of life. Love really proves itself when two people can turn young love into forever love. That sentiment is evident in the wedding of Matt and Jenna Butler, a couple who fell in love as teenagers.
10 Reasons to Have a Winter Wedding
Jenna Nelson | December 22, 2015Winter weddings are finally earning the acknowledgment they deserve. While the other seasons speak for themselves with their own unique beauty and allure, brides are at last recognizing the potential of winter. And when that potential is pursued, beautiful things happen. The advantages and possibilities that come with a wintry wedding far surpass the reluctance to embrace cold weather or the possibility of a snowstorm. The opportunities to design a wedding that is striking and distinct from the summer or autumn wedding can all be found in the season of winter.
Inspiration vs. Replication, The Pinterest Craze
Tasha Raylene | December 14, 2015He finally popped the question—congratulations! Now it’s time to get down to business, but unfortunately, you have no clue where to start.
A Pride and Prejudice-Themed Style Shoot
Tara Steele | November 17, 2015A fresh take on one of the greatest love stories ever told: Pride and Prejudice. This styled shoot was centered around an elaborate tablescape worthy of Mr. Darcy's elite status, while incorporating some personal touches of Miss Elizabeth's personality and upbringing.
Our Favorite Instagram Posts 11.13.15
Jenna Nelson | November 13, 2015Sometimes the Instagrams that really get to us are creative. Sometimes they are cute. Or neat. And sometimes, they are just downright beautiful. Such is the case with this week's round up of Instagram posts that we chose to post. Beautiful is actually an understatement.