Venues Blog
An Intimate Yet Larger-Than-Life Affair? Tips to Bring This Wedding Dream to Life
WeddingDay | June 12, 2024When we think of a wedding, often terms like love, fun, food and beautiful venues come to mind. Being an institution created by the Almighty Himself, a nuptial is among the most memorable events of any couple’s life.
This Modern Yet Classic Ceremony is Simply Elegant: The Real Wedding of Tori and Colin Singer
Allyson Hutchison | June 5, 2024After connecting on Hinge, Tori and Colin clicked and began dating. After a few years, Colin decided to propose! Colin picked Tori's favorite winery—Modales in Fennville—to propose with a big display that included marquee letters and pillows! Of course, Tori was overjoyed to say 'yes'.
Step into a Secret Garden in this Southwest Michigan Celebration: The Real Wedding of Kyla and Jessica Kane
Allyson Hutchison | May 29, 2024When Kyla, an occupational therapist, and Jessica, a nurse practioner, met at work, they knew they weren't just meeting another co-worker. "There was a palpable connection immediately. Neither of us could stop staring at each other," Jessica recalls.
A St. Patrick's Day Celebration in the Chicago Suburbs: The Real Wedding of Samantha and John Nolan
Allyson Hutchison | May 22, 2024After meeting at Eastern Illinois University, mutual friends kept Samantha and John in each other's circles. They were fast friends and began dating shortly after graduating.
Say “I Do” to a Disaster-Free Wedding With These 8 Smart Fail-Safes
WeddingDay | May 22, 2024People spend months or years organizing their weddings, but that doesn’t ensure everything will stay on track. Sometimes, emergencies and accidents happen.
Elegant and Natural Nuptials in a Detroit Greenhouse: The Real Wedding of Kiera and Dustin Foran
Allyson Hutchison | May 15, 2024In this modern day of dating, Kiera and Dustin matched on Bumble and began seeing each other. After dating for a time, on a mountain top in Malibu, Dustin got down on one knee and asked Kiera to marry him while they looked out at the ocean. Of course she said yes!
Wildflowers and Whiskey: An Industrial Yet Natural Style Shoot in Southwest Michigan
Allyson Hutchison | May 9, 2024Despite being in a building with plenty of industrial flourishes, this creative team wanted to create a style shoot that emulated being in a meadow surrounded by wildflowers. "Wildflowers grow together in natural meadows and fields, creating a beautiful tapestry of scent and color.
Sunflowers and Sunshine Fill this Mishawaka Celebration: The Real Wedding of Kari and David Emery
Allyson Hutchison | May 8, 2024When Kari saw David in a Chicago Cubs hoodie on his online profile, Kari just had to message him because she loves baseball! They met a week later and the rest is history. On a group trip to Colorado, David decided to propose to Kari on top of Keystone Mountain.
This Ohio Celebration Blossoms with Flower Power Vibes: The Real Wedding of Katie and Gordon Burns
Allyson Hutchison | May 1, 2024Katie and Gordon met while working as interns for a minor league baseball team. They decided to start dating, and after a while, Gordon decided it was time to propose. The happy couple went on a vacation to Orlando in 2021.
Feel the Serenity of Spring in this Romantic Garden Getaway: A Floral-Inspired Grand Rapids Style Shoot
Allyson Hutchison | April 25, 2024"I am deeply inspired by the beauty and hope that comes along with the transition from winter to spring. There is nothing quite like seeing the first blooms pop up from the ground, the trees start to bud, and the sun shine more and more," Clare, the planner and florist for this shoot, gushes.