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A St. Patrick's Day Celebration in the Chicago Suburbs: The Real Wedding of Samantha and John Nolan

Allyson Hutchison |  May 22, 2024

After 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, 2024

People 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, 2024

In 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, 2024

Despite 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, 2024

When 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, 2024

Katie 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.

An Elegant Love Story in Gross Pointe, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Olivia and Trevor Conrad

Allyson Hutchison |  April 24, 2024

It wasn't until years after their first meeting that Olivia and Trevor got together when they reconnected online. After dating for ten months, Trevor got the best birthday gift ever when Olivia agreed to marry him!

An Earthy, Modern Celebration in La Porte, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Alicia and Brandon Silva

Allyson Hutchison |  April 17, 2024

In 2018, Alicia saw Brandon's profile on a dating app and immediately knew he was special. She swiped right and sent him a message.

Classic Looks in a Modern Era: An Elegant Style Shoot in Michigan City, Indiana

Allyson Hutchison |  April 4, 2024

When the team got together to create this shoot, they wanted to create a modern style shoot with a classic feel. "It was my idea.