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Football and Racing Stars Tie the Knot in This Elegant Indianapolis Celebration: The Real Wedding of McKenna and Zavier Scott
Allyson Hutchison | April 29, 2025Even though Zavier grew up in Germany, he loved football and managed to make it to the NFL, signing with the Indianapolis Colts (and now playing for the Minnesota Vikings!).
The Unspoken Rules of Moving In Together: 8 Details You’ll Regret Ignoring
WeddingDay | April 24, 2025While wedding magazines overflow with inspiration, they rarely address what comes after the wedding bells fade — the practical realities of merging two lives under one roof.
A Rustic, Country-Inspired Celebration in Western Indianapolis: The Real Wedding of Taylor and Cameron Dale
Allyson Hutchison | April 23, 2025In a strange turn of events, Taylor and Cameron found out that they had been Internet friends for about four years before they met in a bar about six months before they started dating. To propose, Cameron took Taylor out to dinner for her birthday, where she expected a proposal to happen.
Best Low-Interest Personal Loans for Consolidating Debt: 6 Options for Newlyweds
WeddingDay | April 21, 2025Entering married life comes with exciting moments — setting up a home, planning a honeymoon and building a future together. However, it can sometimes come with preexisting financial baggage from individual lives.
A Laid Back, Blue Lake Celebration: The Real Wedding of Marisa and Alex Potestivo
Allyson Hutchison | April 13, 2025When their first date after matching on Hinge felt natural from the beginning, Marisa and Alex knew that they had found the one. They often spent time at Alex's family's lake house on Torch Lake, and they would frequently visit a beach nearby.
This Elegant Outdoor Celebration Feels Like an Opulent Garden Soiree: The Real Wedding of Annalise and Micah Broersma
Allyson Hutchison | April 3, 2025Mutual friends introduced Annalise and Micah to each other, and they clicked instantly! From that day on, they were inseparable. Micah dreamed up a picturesque proposal, planning a beautiful sunset picnic on Lake Michigan and asking for Annalise's hand in marriage.
A Simply Elegant, Intimate Celebration in Northern Michigan: The Real Wedding of Madison Sanders and Ryan Elfline
Allyson Hutchison | March 26, 2025Since they both had simple yet somewhat funny dating app bios, Maddie and Ryan were pretty sure they'd click well on their first date, and they were correct! After the date, Ryan texted Maddie immediately—making a joke that he shouldn't be—and they've been together ever since.
From Tying the Knot to Buying the Lot — 5 Questions to Ask Before Homeownership
WeddingDay | March 24, 2025While many newlyweds prefer to rent instead of jumping right into homeownership, owning real estate offers multiple advantages. Homeownership can give you a sense of security and shield you from rent increases.
This Modern Barn Celebration is Full of Rustic Elegance: The Real Wedding of Jaclyn Gentis and Dominic Banas
Allyson Hutchison | March 19, 2025Dominic and Jaclyn first met when Dominic moved to Jaclyn's school in fourth grade, and they both had a crush on each other for a while. They began dating in middle school, meaning this July is thirteen years together!
These Outdoor Nuptials Feature All of Indiana's Fall Beauty: The Real Wedding of Alonah and Austin Martin
Allyson Hutchison | March 12, 2025When Alonah and Austin started working at Chipotle while they were in college, they never expected to meet their person. They started dating in 2018 and have been together ever since! Austin decided to propose to Alonah in 2023.