Decor & Rentals Blog
Wild at Heart: A Vow Renewal at Rocky Hollow Trail
Carri Fras | July 24, 2018Mother Nature can be a powerful element when it comes to nuptials. There’s nothing quite like the canopy of tree coverage, raw, gorgeous greenery and peaks of sunshine to evoke romance, intimacy and, in this case, a sense of awe.
How AAYS Continues to be “Always At Your Service” with its New Interactive Design Studio and Showroom
Carri Fras | July 23, 2018For many customers, AAYS Event Rentals has become synonymous with the phrase, “Always at Your Service,” but there’s quite a bit that goes behind that tagline.
The Wedding Story of Jessie and Greg Harden
Carri Fras | July 18, 2018Considering five to be their lucky number, Jessie and Greg planned a fun trip to Miami to celebrate their five year anniversary and, to Jessie’s surprise, Greg had an August 5th proposal on the beach in order!
Diving into the wedding planning process, Jessie, confident in both her personal style and creativity, opted to plan everything herself. She zeroed in on a “Midsummer Night’s Dream" theme for their wedding—a style that was nothing short of romantic, earthy and ethereal and full of lush details.
Love by the Shore: A Michigan-Inspired Style Shoot
Carri Fras | July 17, 2018Nothing can quite beat beachside elegance, hints of spring and a gorgeous Lake Michigan backdrop.
A Marie Antoinette-Inspired Style Shoot
Carri Fras | July 12, 2018Sandra Vue of Dreambox Photography had a bold concept in mind inspired by the real deal. She says, “I had visited the Palace of Versailles in France (where Marie Antoinette lived) and was inspired by the queen’s elegant home and lavish lifestyle.
A Boho Java Style Shoot
Carri Fras | July 10, 2018Christine Kim of Ji Chérir Photography dreamt of a style shoot that would satisfy any hipster or coffee lover as it centered around the use of a Vespa Ape, courtesy of Urbana Cafe, a Cincinnati mobile coffee bar.
A Soft & Timeless Style Shoot
Carri Fras | July 5, 2018Softness, elegance and timelessness were the concepts at the heart of this shoot. “This shoot was a collaboration with Chloe Hice, the Event Director at Hillcrest Country Club,” says Ladi of Ladi Gross Photography.
Boho Brunch Style Shoot
Carri Fras | July 3, 2018The vision for this shoot began with Henna as the inspiration. Meaghan Keck of Birch Affair explains, “Henna artist Kelly Caroline of Kelly Caroline Henna Art reached out to me about collaborating on a shoot in which a bride would be adorned in Henna.
WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot: The Morris Estate
Carri Fras | June 26, 2018To capture the heart of the endearing Morris Estate, we turned to a dream team of talented vendors, including Fleurology Designs, Hey Sisters! Photography and Something Blue Stylists. The vision that resulted was romantic, richly toned and full of nods to the expansive wilderness that surrounds the venue—a unique collection of spaces that are full of beautiful details, modern conveniences and overflowing with charm.












