Planning & Parties Blog
A Lakeside Watercolor Celebration in Culver, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Sarah and Graham Singer
Allyson Hutchison | February 16, 2026Since Sarah grew up going to Lake Maxinkuckee every summer, she knew that was where she wanted to get married someday. With that locale in mind, Sarah and Graham decided to create the perfect relaxed, lakeside getaway for their wedding day. And no summer is complete without color!
A Modern Enchanted Garden: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Detroit Cover Shoot
Kaitlyn Smale | February 15, 2026The vision for our fall/winter Detroit cover shoot was centered on creating an atmosphere of modern enchantment. Planner JaLeesa Samone of Christian Lei Events reimagined the idea of an enchanted garden through an elevated, contemporary lens—romantic, immersive and subtly unexpected. "In my heart, I was picturing a space that felt like stepping into a dream: lush, layered greenery, soft light and an atmosphere that felt intimate and transportive," she shares. The result had us feeling like we were stepping into a secret garden straight out of a dream!
Rustic Elegance in Berrien Springs: The Real Wedding of Krista & Phillip Duran
Allyson Hutchison | February 12, 2026Krista and Phillip always wanted to be married in a barn. They ended up finding their ideal venue, which had the perfect balance between rustic chic and quiet elegance. The flowers are what helped Krista decide on the color palette.
7 Interesting Ways to Integrate Smart Home Tech With Your Wedding
WeddingDay | February 12, 2026Many couples want a wedding that’s deeply personal and unique. Personalization is more than just choosing the right colors and flowers, but crafting a memorable experience for guests.
Our 2025 Style Shoot Design Contest Finalist: Timeless Luxury in Mocha Mousse
Kaitlyn Smale | February 10, 2026Inspired by the rich, earthy elegance of Pantone’s Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, this finalist team set out to design a modern wedding shoot that perfectly blended luxury, inclusivity and timeless charm. Their backdrop?
Ensure a Comfortable Home Wedding in the Winter With These 9 Tips
WeddingDay | February 10, 2026A cozy and romantic winter wedding at home is a dream come true for wedding couples. A personal and intimate setting provides the perfect atmosphere when the weather is cold outside.
Tropical Citrus Style Shoot: A Taste of Sweet Summertime on the Shores of Lake Michigan
Allyson Hutchison | February 9, 2026Waiting for summer in the Midwest is an art. We get the first whispers early in spring, only to be met with another cold spell. But once those warm breezes finally arrive for good, we can’t get enough of them! That was the feeling this team aimed to capture in their style shoot.
Traditional Meets Tropical in this Indianapolis Celebration: The Real Wedding of Blake Connolly & Drew Hoopingarner
Allyson Hutchison | February 4, 2026Just like their personalities, Blake and Drew wanted to honor traditional and classic themes while putting their own modern twist on it. There were two things they absolutely wanted for their wedding. One was to bring together everyone they love to celebrate their union.
2025 Style Shoot Design Contest Runner-Up: Regency Romance in Mocha Mousse
Kaitlyn Smale | February 3, 2026When Jennifer Livingston and Kayla Joughin of Celadon & Sage set out to design their entry for WeddingDay’s 2025 Style Shoot Design Contest, they were influenced by the renewed love for all things Regency thanks to the hit Netflix series Bridgerton.
Pastel Parisian Posh: An Elevated European Style Shoot in the Suburbs of Chicago
Allyson Hutchison | February 2, 2026Two distinct ideas were incorporated into this style shoot. One was to emulate a French countryside with baby blues and plenty of florals, and the other was to create a romantic garden setting with beautiful blush tones.