On the Cover
PHOTOGRAPHY
Trysh Jaeger Photography* Crown Point, IN tryshjaegerphotography.com
VENUE & CATERING
19 North by Froehlich's* Three Oaks, MI 19northbyfroehlichs.com
PLANNING, DESIGN & COORDINATION
EXL Events Co* Southwest Michigan & Northern Indiana exleventsco.com
VIDEOGRAPHY
Raycroft Recordings
FLORALS
Sugarfield Flowers* Chesterton, IN sugarfieldflowers.com
DRESS
David's Bridal Mishawaka
HAIR
Blushing Beauty & Co.* Mishawaka, IN blushingbeautyandco.com
MAKEUP
Jenn Martz Makeup Artistry
*WeddingDay preferred vendor
CAKE & DESSERTS
Froehlich's* Three Oaks, MI shopfroehlichs.com
STATIONERY & SIGNAGE
Your Little Details* Crown Point, IN yourlittledetails.com
RENTALS
AAYS Event Rentals* Mishawaka, IN aaysrental.com
MODELS
Brit Nichole & Aaron Reverman
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FROM THE EDITOR
As the flowers bloom and the days grow longer, we find ourselves immersed in the beauty and romance of wedding season. This time of year is all about renewal, fresh beginnings and celebrating love in its most vibrant forms. To celebrate this, our team has curated a collection of breathtaking features, from a simplistic greenery-filled wedding to an industrial, disco-inspired style shoot.
We are thrilled to announce the winners of our 2023 Style Shoot Design Contest, sponsored by AAYS Event Rentals! From disco balls and bright blooms to moody designs filled with glitz, the creativity in this year's entries has once again blown us away. Flip through the pages of this issue to see the winner, runner-up and two finalists, who poured their hearts and souls into these entries!
Plus, be sure to check out our Outlander-inspired cover shoot at 19 North by Froehlich's in Three Oaks, Michigan! Our talented vendor team curated a delicate and romantic shoot packed full of Victorianinspired details and pastel colors. And if you’re looking for even more color inspiration, we’ve got plenty of creative ideas for incorporating the Pantone Color of the Year, Peach Fuzz, into the details of your wedding day!
As you explore this issue, we hope you feel the excitement and joy that comes with planning a wedding and starting this new chapter of your life. Whether you're envisioning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, our goal is to provide you with the inspiration and resources you need to make your vision a reality!
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your journey.
Warmest wishes,
KAITLYN SMALE OWNER & PUBLISHER kaitlyn@weddingday-online.com
10 REAL WEDDING
Simplistic Greenery: The Real Wedding of Carmen & Adam in Sawyer
22 STYLE SHOOT
Disco Romance: A Retro Industrial Style Shoot in Southwest Michigan
56 COLOR INSPO
Peach Fuzz: Using the Pantone Color of the Year in Your Wedding
36 STYLE SHOOT DESIGN CONTEST WINNER
The Winner, Runner-Up & Finalists of our 2023 Style Shoot Design Contest, Sponsored by AAYS Event Rentals
62 WEDDING TIPS
Advice from the Couple: Brides & Grooms Share What They've Learned
84 COVER SHOOT
Delicate Victorian Romance: WeddingDay's Exclusive Southwest Michigan Cover Shoot
66 REAL WEDDING
76 PRO SPOTLIGHT
Meet Richelle Gingerich, Event Sales Manager at Four Winds
111 NEWLY ENGAGED
Engaged in the Midwest: 7 Midwest Couples Ready to Tie the Knot
about the cover photographer
TRYSH JAEGER PHOTOGRAPHY
Trysh Jaeger has photographed over 1,000 weddings all over the United States and four countries. Her expertise in lighting, natural posing and "true to color" editing; combined with her fun personality is the perfect combination for your wedding photographer!
Rustic Boho: The Real Wedding of Alayna & Chris in Cassopolis
Stay
Gold
Photography
Where Rustic Meets Elegant
Our wedding venue is nestled in the heart of Michigan, just 30 minutes away from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo & the Lakeshore. Our stunning gambrel barn is set on 20 acres of pristine, manicured grounds perfect for taking your wedding vows and making unforgettable memories. Our barn has exposed wood beams & weathered plank walls giving it a warm atmosphere perfect for any wedding style!
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Photo: Mae
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Co, Bottom Left & Right
Photos: Abby Fox Photography, Bottom Middle Photo: Emaleedee
The Real Wedding of
CARMEN & ADAM SHEETS
When it came to selecting the theme of their wedding, Carmen and Adam didn’t end up going with anything traditional. Instead, they combined many things they love including mid-century modern styles, vintage vibes and plenty of natural greenery. To truly reflect them and their love for each other, Carmen and Adam added so many fun details to their wedding. For their first dance, they learned and practiced swing dancing for ten weeks to pull off a fun time-period dance. In honor of her Chinese heritage, Carmen had a traditional Chinese tea ceremony before their wedding day. Another fun detail was all the D.I.Y. elements! From the florals to a customized wedding arch, Carmen and Adam enlisted the help of friends and family to put together all the details of their special day.
THEME:
Simplistic Greenery
SEASON: VENUE:
Fall Section House Sawyer, MI
WHAT WE love
With so many unique and meaningful moments to this day, Carmen and Adam needed to find the perfect photographer to capture them all. Laura Spencer Photography was the woman for the job! “I first found her through Section House’s Instagram,” Carmen explains. Thankfully, Laura was available and captured all the details of their wedding day flawlessly!
PHOTOGRAPHY: LAURA SPENCER PHOTOGRAPHY (LAURASPENCERPHOTOGRAPHY.COM)*
VENUE: SECTION HOUSE COORDINATION: OHANA EVENTS CATERING: THE ROLLING STONEBAKER VIDEOGRAPHY: ALI RAE FLORALS: VIAVI FLOWER FARM DRESS: JENNY YOO
ALTERATIONS: ETTE THE WEDDING TAILOR RECEPTION DRESS: SHOP BY POLAT CORSET BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES: SHOW ME YOUR MUMU HAIR & MAKEUP: DANA HAMED NAILS: THE NAIL-AID MENSWEAR: TIE BAR RINGS: WEST TOWN JEWELRY & LOAN SHOES: LOEFFLER RANDALL JEWELRY: GORJANA BRIDESMAIDS' JEWELRY: CAITLYN MINIMALIST INVITATIONS: CORAL BALLOON RIBBONS & ENVELOPES: PAPER SOURCE WAX SEALS: ARTISAIRE CAKE: ELLISSA JANE DJ & PHOTOBOOTH: 27 ENTERTAINMENT BARTENDER: BEVERAGE SPECIALISTS OF SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN WAIT STAFF: THAT SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS: CLASSIC CATERING & EVENTS GUEST BOOK: THE AUDIO GUESTBOOK CO DANCE LESSONS: BALLROOM DANCE CHICAGO REHEARSAL DINNER: TIMOTHY'S RESTAURANT *WeddingDay preferred vendor
Amy Lynn
Wild Pine Photo Co.
Gaska String Quartet
Disco Romance
A RETRO INDUSTRIAL STYLE SHOOT IN SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN
STYLE SHOOT
Wanting to create a funky and offbeat shoot, this team collected an array of retro and unused items to fill this industrial space. From the bubbly text on the invitation suite and signage to the retro pattern on the couches in their unique lounge area, this shoot is filled to the brim with vintage details! Another funky touch is the donut wall instead of a traditional cake. To bring in some modern trendy elements, the team used plenty of disco balls and a short wedding dress—which is the perfect amount of fun and flirty! The full-length dress is more of a classic silhouette with floral details and a turtleneck to bring it back to the main retro theme.
WHAT WE love
The flowers for this shoot are absolutely stunning! Marco Alexzondra Floral & Event Services put together beautiful arrangements that are full of classic flowers with different textures and bright colors! We also love the addition of the disco balls that tie in the retro theme.
PHOTOGRAPHY: MAIKO MEDIA PLANNING & DESIGN: WHITE DAHLIA EVENTS VENUE & DONUT WALL: JOURNEYMAN
DISTILLERY FLORALS: MARCO ALEXZONDRA FLORAL & EVENT SERVICES (MARCOALEXZONDRA.COM)* HAIR: JEN WARNER
HAIR MAKEUP: TRUE BEAUTY BY DANA DRESSES: SPRING
SWEET MENSWEAR: LR MEN'S CLOTHIER RENTALS & STATIONERY: WHITE DAHLIA RENTALS MODELS: ANNA & ZACH BURRIS *WeddingDay preferred vendor
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Sarah Sage Photography
Photography: Scott Tibbles Photography
For WeddingDay’s fifth annual Style Shoot Design Contest, sponsored by AAYS Event Rentals, our participants had the chance to utilize the 2023 Pantone Color of the Year, Viva Magenta, in their choice of three different themes: the 1970s, 1980s or 1990s.
Kudos to all of this year's talented participants! To continue the tradition of years past, selecting the winner was an incredibly difficult decision! Read on to check out this year's champion and to check out all the dreamy details that set it apart as the clear winner! SPONSORED BY:
Our team of winners created a flashy and lively shoot from our theme 'The 1970s'. Led by planner Cynthia Basker of Celebrated Events, they created a style shoot inspired by the iconic Studio 54 disco nightclub. We think they perfectly captured the disco vibes from that era with from the big hair to Chantel Miller Storytelling’s psychedelic photography and the use of numerous disco balls in each scene!
“Pantone defines its 2023 Color of the Year, Viva Magenta, as: brave and fearless, a pulsating color whose exuberance promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration, writing a new narrative. The very definition of Viva Magenta could also describe the vibe and spirit of Studio 54,” Cynthia explains. With that perfect connection, it was an obvious decision to make this bright and lively color their feature throughout their shoot. We love that the team chose to highlight and balance the magenta with black, gold and silver—colors you might have seen when visiting Studio 54 in the '70s. One of the most obvious uses of Viva Magenta is in the five different types of roses Marco Alexzondra Floral used around the setup, but it also appears in the signage, linens and lighting!
The venue, The Brick, was the perfect place to host this disco shoot. It has plenty of moody elements around the space, like the exposed brick walls that surround the venue. One major incentive to use this venue was the unique loft feature. Cynthia admits, “We honestly chose The Brick for its loft area that served as our VIP lounge, complete with velvet rope. So much has been written about the huge crowds that stood outside of Studio 54, just hoping to be one of the chosen ones that got in to experience it!” We love that this exclusive area was used to house the disco ball illusion cake from Sweet Em’s Cake Shoppe and the bottle of bubbly!
David Bowie and Donna Summers were the inspiration given to BÜK Weddings to create the models' looks. We love the bride's big, curly hair that they paired with a spritz of glitter near the roots and the sparkly eyeshadow that is oh-so-groovy! As for the dress, the team found the perfect style for this occasion at Simply Yours Bridal and Formalwear. “The dress had a plunging neckline and a high slit with a body conscious silhouette that reflected the sultry styles of the day,” Cynthia shares. When paired with the long necklace and bejeweled platform heels, it feels like we were transported back to another time!
Very specific rentals were needed to bring this vision to life. The disco ball wall from Party Lane Balloons and Prop Rental was non-negotiable for Cynthia and made for a perfect backdrop for the ceremony space. We also adore the handmade shimmer chandelier behind the sweetheart table! As for the silver sequin linen, champagne flutes, glass candle holders, gold silverware and charger plates, black dinner plates and magenta napkins, the sponsor of this contest, AAYS Event Rentals, provided it all. It's in these details that this shoot is able to bring the vibrant '70s disco era to life!
Theme: The 1970s
PHOTOGRAPHY: CHANTEL MILLER STORYTELLING VENUE: THE BRICK PLANNING & COORDINATION: CELEBRATED EVENTS FLORALS: MARCO ALEXZONDRA FLORAL & EVENT SERVICES (MARCOALEXZONDRA.COM)* DRESS: SIMPLY YOURS BRIDAL AND FORMAL WEAR HAIR & MAKEUP: BÜK WEDDINGS (BUKWEDDINGS. COM)* NAILS: FLAMINGO ROOM NAIL SPA JEWELRY: MARIELL SHOES: JESSICA SIMPSON APPAREL STATIONERY: MADDIE LAIDIG DESIGNS & MINTED CAKE: SWEET EM'S CAKE SHOPPE RENTALS: AAYS EVENT RENTALS (AAYSRENTAL.COM)*
DISCO WALL: PARTY LANE BALLOONS & PROP RENTAL LIGHTING: SOUTH BEND PREMIER WEDDING AND EVENT DJ MODELS: CLAIRE SHIPPY & KYLE SHANNON
*WeddingDay preferred vendor
202 STYLE SHOOT
DESIGNRUNNER-UPCONTEST
Inspired by our 1970s theme, Gina with Sugar on the Rim Events and her runner-up Style Shoot Design Contest team initially wanted to create a softer shoot that incorporated white, orange and light blue. When Gina decided that no '70s shoot would be complete without disco balls, she turned in a very different direction! "I was looking for something that was fun and out-of-thebox for a wedding," Gina shares. "Disco balls are so fun and totally '70s." With bright colors on the rise and disco balls being a constant hot detail in offbeat weddings, this colorful shoot is positively groovy!
Bell Mare Weddings & Events was the perfect location for this shoot. On top of its abundance of white elements to balance the color in this setup, this Southwest Michigan venue also has plenty of vintage touches. The team did a great job decorating the two story space. We are obsessed with its unique spaces, like the bar, which created some fun photoops! And we love how Gina cleverly used a shimmering Viva Magenta tablecloth— provided by AAYS Event Rentals—as a backdrop draped around the barn doors as another place for the 2023 Pantone Color of the Year to shine!
Topped with a burnt orange linen, the tablescape is filled to the brim with funky textures and details! Some of our favorite elements include the spiral candles and colored, patterned glassware spread across the entire table. Gina opted to keep the dinnerware simple but added a pop of magenta with the napkins to separate the charger and salad plates, all from AAYS Event Rentals. If you keep a keen eye out, you can spot multiple disco balls and disco ball illusions throughout the setup as well. The floral centerpieces also designed by Sugar on the Rim Events are the real showstoppers! "Gerbera daisies are the perfect '70s flower. When you look at them they just make you happy as they are a happy flower," Gina explains. She also incorporated little sprigs of painted baby’s breath as the final touch. She shares, "Baby’s breath has been a trend in the wedding floral industry so I wanted to show off its ability to be painted many colors to fit many themes."
No style shoot is complete without a blushing bride! The team elected to go with three bridal looks since there were so many options to choose from at The Second Dress. With long illusion sleeves and floral appliqués, the first dress was the perfect look to fit the '70s vibe. The photographer, Kay Warner Photography, had a vision for puffy sleeves, which is where the second dress comes into the shoot. The team accented the neckline and sleeves by restyling the bride’s hair into a half-up, half-down style. The final bridal outfit—dubbed the party look—was a jumpsuit, which is the perfect combination of both modern and vintage!
The Printed Event did an incredible job with the invitation suite and menus. To help balance the shoot, they utilized muted tones of the oranges and pinks for a subdued palette. The bubble font that they chose is funky and fun, which makes it perfect for this shoot, and the non-traditional diecut arch shaped cards bring a taste of fun into the suite. We wouldn’t change a thing!
Theme: The 1970s
PHOTOGRAPHY: KAY WARNER PHOTOGRAPHY COORDINATION, PLANNING & FLORALS: SUGAR ON THE RIM EVENTS (SUGARONTHERIMEVENTS.COM)*
VENUE: BELL MARE WEDDINGS & EVENTS (BELLMAREEVENTS.COM)*
VIDEOGRAPHY: RAYCROFT RECORDINGS DRESSES: THE SECOND DRESS
MAKEUP: SLAY ALL DAY MUA HAIR: ELEMENTS SALON SPA RETREAT
STATIONERY: THE PRINTED EVENT (THEPRINTEDEVENT.COM)*
RENTALS: AAYS EVENT RENTALS (AAYSRENTAL.COM)* MODEL: KATELYN
GOURLEY *WeddingDay preferred vendor
FINALIST
Gabriella chose The Seventy Five as the venue because it was the perfect blank slate for this shoot. The indoor space has plenty of white walls with dark neutral flooring to make the tablescape stand out. The outdoor area has a neutral colored ground that opens up into a beautiful natural landscape. In a stroke of luck, the weather was perfect for this day. Cloudy skies helped bring the moody tone into this shoot along with the black arbor!
Look at that stunning dress! This neutral-backed gown from AW Bridal is covered with large boho designs that are perfect for the flashiness of the 1970s. Gabriella shares, “It was shiny with sequins, which added to the ‘bang’ of the bridal style!” Erika Taft Beauty styled the bride’s hair in simple curls and K.E.B. Artistry added a touch of moodiness to the makeup with a darker neutral eyeshadow. We love the way this look came together and that the team chose to put the flower crown on the groom instead of the bride!
Theme: The 1970s
This Style Shoot Design Contest finalist team was inspired by the theme The 1970s due to its subdued palette. “I knew I wanted '70s because the colors, compared to all of the other era options, were muted and fit my editing style better. Plus, I personally like the vibe of the '70s most,” Gabriella Sutherland Photography, the planner and photographer for this shoot, explains. We love the way this neutral, moody shoot came together despite the fact that they almost had no makeup artist or cake!
Viva Magenta, the 2023 Pantone Color of the Year, was included subtly in Dashing Designs’ florals around the shoot, which are easiest to see on the tablescape. We love that the team used a neutral linen and white chairs to contrast with the blooms. Plenty of small disco balls were placed around the table and different geometric shapes and materials were utilized around the centerpiece. Our favorite touch is the use of vinyl records as the chargers for the plates to sit on as well as the tiny vinyls perched on the salad plates!
The stationery from K. Cutright Coordination was the perfect blend of neutral tones and vintage designs. We also love that the signage is created with wood to bring in more earthy tones to this shoot. And we can’t get over that cake! The two-tiered terracotta cake from Tait Bakes is divided by a clear case holding disco balls. There isn’t an inch of this cake that doesn’t go undecorated from the textures in the icing to the appliques like the flowers and vinyl. It looks absolutely scrumptious!
FINALIST
Theme: The 1970s
Inspired by the theme 1970s, this Style Shoot Design Contest finalist team, sponsored by AAYS Event Rentals, wanted to highlight both sides of the '70s. From groovy, flower-child vibes to glamorous disco nights, this shoot has it all, and Monica Z. Photography and Region Weddings captured every fabulous moment, led by Liz Wilczewski of White Oak Farm Venue.
Per our contest requirements, the team incorporated the 2023 Pantone Color of the Year, Viva Magenta, in subtle and not-sosubtle ways. Our favorite addition is the bright pop of magenta in the bouquets and floral displays provided by Marco Alexzondra Floral & Event Services. “The handkerchiefs, jewelry and martini glasses were a more understated way to showcase the color. The florals and tablescapes flaunted it,” Liz shares. Speaking of the tablescapes, we are in love with both designs! The pale pink runner along with the golden and orange accents are perfect for evoking those retro vibes. To complement the rustic look with elegance, the team also put together a table with white linens provided by Classic Catering and Events, pink napkins and charger plates, disco balls and plenty of glassware.
When first thinking about this shoot, Liz envisioned a vintage car in front of one of the barns at White Oak Farm Venue. Luckily, the team was able to find the right vintage car to pull off that image even though they had a last-minute cancelation. The team also utilized both barns for different parts of the shoot. The rustic and subtle feel was set in the Cedar Barn while the elegant disco scene was set in the Poplar Barn. Since this venue is situated on plenty of farmland, the team was able to use the beautiful natural landscape as a backdrop as well!
Photos on this page by Monica Z. Photography
To accommodate the two scenes, the bride donned two looks from Catherine’s Bridal Boutique. The ceremony scene had her in a modern yet bohemian gown with plenty of floral detailing and a full skirt. The disco look was a fit-and-flare dress with big bell sleeves and a flower crown. Salon Rogue styled a versatile hair and makeup look to be able to switch between the two outfits. Her hair was fashioned into a bun and they used natural makeup to complete the look. Likewise, the bridesmaids also switched dresses from neutral gowns for the ceremony to bright pink dresses for the disco reception!
Finally, no style shoot is complete without a cake and stationery. The cake from Val’s Custom Cakes is an all-white, three-tiered cake with a band of rhinestones on each layer. It was adorned with a large floral display down the side for added interest. We also love the disco ball display they chose as a cake stand! The stationery from Aaron Wilson was perfect for this shoot as well with the use of pinks and plenty of retro touches, like the little flower icons.
PHOTOGRAPHY: REGION WEDDINGS & MONICA Z. PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE, COORDINATION & PLANNING: WHITE OAK FARM VENUE
CATERING: CK CATERING FLORALS: MARCO ALEXZONDRA FLORAL & EVENT SERVICES (MARCOALEXZONDRA.COM)* DRESSES & BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES: CATHERINE'S BRIDAL BOUTIQUE HAIR & MAKEUP: SALON ROGUE MENSWEAR: LR MEN'S CLOTHIER & TUXEDOS RINGS & JEWELRY: MARTIN BINDER JEWELER DJS: HYPE PRODUCTIONS, INC & ARRESTED SOUNDS RENTALS: CLASSIC CATERING & EVENTS
STATIONERY: AARON WILSON CAKE: VAL'S CUSTOM CAKES CAR: AUTOREVISION LLC *WeddingDay preferred vendor
Photos on this page by Region Weddings
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Ashley Lynn Photography
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Peach Fuzz
Incorporating the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year, Peach Fuzz, into your special day adds a light and delicate touch to your design. This warm hue can be infused into various elements of your décor and attire creating a modern elegance in your wedding. Picture bridesmaids dressed in various shades of peach dresses, carrying soft bouquets featuring blooms in matching hues. Tablescapes adorned in fun peach linens paired with yellow and orange accents create an inviting ambiance. Peach Fuzz can be reflected in your wedding signage, cake design and even in the signature drinks. Your guests will be enchanted by this subtle yet striking color choice, ensuring your wedding is a memorable celebration of warmth and elegance!
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It is your day. Do what YOU want and have fun with it.” “
-Alex St. John & Connor Hanson
Taylor Marie Photography
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The Real Wedding of
ALAYNA & CHRIS GRIFFIN
Rustic Boho
Since they were getting married in the fall, Alayna and Chris decided to lean into autumn colors with their wedding design. Alayna explains, "At first, I debated sticking with all neutrals but then I got to looking for bridesmaids dresses and knew that I wanted to do mismatching dresses with the terracotta, cinnamon, brown to burnt orange colors." To complement their venue, they also included plenty of gold accents in their day. We love how Lauryn Borst Photography was able to capture all these stunning, rich colors along with their emotion-filled portraits! Regarding the venue, Alayna actually contacted them the night she got engaged. "I had dreamed of getting married there for a while and wanted to tour as soon as possible," Alayna gushes. "I’m one of those that had been dreaming about my wedding day ever since I was a little girl so I had a good idea of what I wanted for our big day."
WHAT WE love
To make their day truly special, Alayna and Chris wanted to pay attention to the smallest details of their day. One special touch was their dog was present at both their ceremony and cocktail hour. Alayna also wore boots as her something blue. "Another special touch that no one got to see, was I had fabric from both of my late grandmothers’ dresses sewn into my wedding dress by my heart," Alayna shares. "That was very special to me!"
PHOTOGRAPHY: LAURYN BORST PHOTOGRAPHY (LAURYNBORSTPHOTOGRAPHY.COM)*
SECOND SHOOTER: KAYLA ANN PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE: MARION MAGNOLIA FARMS
FLORALS: SNAPDRAGON-DESIGNS CATERING: PORKY'S PARTY PLACE DRESS & VEIL: ONE
FINE DAY BRIDAL & GOWN BOUTIQUE VIDEOGRAPHY: MEMORIES BY MORGY BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES: DAVID'S BRIDAL, REVELRY, AZAZIE & BALTIC BORN HAIR: HAIR BY SAMYE
MAKEUP: THEE MAKEUP TEAM NAILS: SYDNEY NAILS & SPA SPRAY TAN: THE MIDWEST TAN SHOES: DINGO EARRINGS: SHASHI MENSWEAR: MENGUIN TIES: REVELRY BRIDE'S RINGS: OLIVE AVE. JEWELRY GROOM'S RING: MANLY BANDS INVITATION SUITE: LOVELY
TEMPLATES CO DJ: SG ENTERTAINMENT HONEYMOON: EXCELLENCE EL CARMEN
*WeddingDay preferred vendor
Where love stories begin...
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FOUR WINDS CASINOS
An appealing quality of wedding venues is that they can be all-inclusive. Many couples love the idea of their guests attending their wedding, dancing the night away and being able to stay all in the same location. If the venue can also provide catering and/ or rentals, that also helps alleviate some stress for the happy couple!
Four Winds Casino South Bend is your one-stop-shop for tying the knot. From an on-site catering crew to AV services and in-house coordination, Four Winds has it all. With their unique wedding venue addition to the casino, your guests can turn your wedding into an entire weekend getaway! You can, too—from hosting your rehearsal dinner at one of their six onsite restaurants to reducing your pre-wedding stress at the Cedar Spa before your big day begins! Read on to hear from Richelle Gingerich, Event Sales Manager, about all that Four Winds has to offer.
Tell us a little about the history of Four Winds Casino South Bend.
"Four Winds Casino South Bend Hotel opened March 1, 2023. The hotel is a 23-story tower attached to the casino that features 317 guest rooms. The guest rooms include 83 suites, of which only 7 occupy the entire penthouse floor. Four Winds South Bend Hotel also features an outdoor pool on the third floor, the Cedar Spa, six restaurants and Ribbon Town Conference and Event Center. The Ribbon Town Conference and Event Center provides 24,000-square-feet of space for concerts, live entertainment, banquets, meetings, weddings and conferences. This includes a ballroom with seating for 600 guests, 16 meeting rooms, two bars and a business center."
Why should a couple get married at Four Winds? What attracts couples to your venue?
"We can make a couple’s fairytale wedding dreams come to life. Couples will love the thought of being married at Four Winds due to our unique one-stop-shop. They can have their rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception with us. Spa appointments and luxurious hotel rooms are available to complete their day to remember. Our menus are just a starting point for building a unique one-ofa-kind dining or catering experience. At Four Winds, the party never stops, we’re a 24-hour facility for those that don’t want the night to end. The casino floor boasts the C Bar and live entertainment to keep the night alive."
Give us an overview of your services. What makes your business unique?
"We offer bridal party suites, special hotel room rates for your wedding block, complimentary valet parking and ample self-parking, a wedding consultant to coordinate your wedding, cocktail hour with a selection of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, exquisitely prepared three course dining options, premium brand bar, children’s menu (for guests under 10 years old) and new state-of-the-art RGB lighting with in-house AV and audio needs. Our team of experienced Catering Specialists are eager to customize your wedding to make it a truly memorable event."
What nearby activities make hosting a wedding at Four Winds Casinos a memorable stay?
"Guests can attend a South Bend Cubs game, visit the Potawatomi Zoo and the new Dinosaur Museum (opening soon), eat at the South Bend Chocolate Factory, tour the Studebaker Museum or University of Notre Dame and check out the South Bend Farmers Market. Plus, there's plenty of local shopping and golfing opportunities including Notre Dame Warren Golf Course and Blackthorn."
" I GET TO
CREATE MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES THAT PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS TO COME TOGETHER AND MAKE MEMORIES."
What benefits can a bridal party receive when booking with you?
"The couple will have the benefit of a hands-on personal coordinator walking them through the whole process from start to finish. From the initial tour, tasting and design meetings and the day-of service, we will have every detail of their dreams in mind. Four Winds also has our tranquil Cedar Spa on property to help relax the day before or after the big day. There are several locations for the perfect photos, multiple restaurants for the rehearsal dinner or brunch the next day and the well-appointed hotel for their stay. Special room rates for the bridal party and wedding guests are also available."
What do you love about the industry you work in?
"I love that every event is different and unique just like every guest; no two are the same. Having the ability to plan a wide range of events allows for creativity, design, different religions, unique and custom food items as well as ethnic and cultural elements, each customized and equally amazing. I get to create memorable experiences that provide an opportunity for families and friends to come together and make memories."
Do you work with preferred vendors or offer your own exclusive services (catering, rentals, etc.)?
"We do have preferred vendors if you would like suggestions, but we can also work with vendors you select. However, AV is provided in-house with our top-of-the-line equipment."
Tell us about your favorite part of your job. What keeps it fun for you?
"Every event is special, and should feel unique to the couple and their families when getting married. My favorite part of the job is getting to know the families and what is important to them while helping them to create memories to last a lifetime and building those relationships that will last for years to come. I have had families come back with siblings and other family members to get married! I also love seeing my past brides and grooms grow when they step into the next chapter of life and have a family of their own. We want to make it personal and provide next level of service every time."
What’s the most common question you get from couples? What’s your answer to it?
"A common question is, 'Do you have off-season rates in the Midwest?' Our rates remain consistent throughout the year, we can make any season look gorgeous. Another popular question is, 'Do you allow outside catering?' We have an amazing banquet chef that creates custom menus. We aren’t able to accommodate outside catering. Finally, 'Can I bring in a cake from an outside baker?' is asked often. The answer is yes, you can bring in a wedding cake from an outside bakery. We just need a signed outside food waiver."
What are the best tips you have for helping couples prepare for their big day? Any other words of wisdom to share?
"There is no right or wrong when it comes to weddings—your day should be exactly what you dream it to be. Also, a wedding website sharing all your wedding details makes it easy for guests, especially those traveling. Be sure to give yourself extra time to collect RSVPs and menu/food choices. Don't forget to do what feels right to you! A great photographer is the key for capturing your memories for a lifetime. Make a list of important photos ahead of time to give to your photographer. This will help expedite things so you can enjoy your cocktail hour. Trust in your team of vendors, you have selected them for their expertise. Relax as much as you can and know that you are in good hands. Finally, take five minutes at the end of the night as a couple to look around and see all of your friends and family enjoying themselves and celebrating YOU! The day/evening goes by so quickly, savor every moment!"
Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center offers over 17,000 square feet of flexible space. Four Winds South Bend’s Ribbon Town Conference and Event Center offers a 24,000 square foot multi-use facility with a grand ballroom. You can host a five-star rehearsal dinner at Copper Rock Steakhouse or plan a party at Kankakee Grille at Four Winds New Buffalo or Four Winds South Bend. Whether you want an intimate ceremony for 20 or a lavish reception for up to 800 guests, we have a perfect space for every occasion.
Then relax in style in one of our 415 deluxe hotel rooms at Four Winds New Buffalo or 317 luxurious rooms at Four Winds South Bend. Looking for even more excitement, try your hand on the gaming floor with the best selection of slots and table games.
R A H A N E S
When seeking a photographer, not only is it important they fit your budget and style, but they should be someone you can see yourself spending your entire wedding day with You shouldn’t make this decision lightly Let’s set up a time to chat and see if I’d be a good fit for you.
“Not only is her work gorgeous, she is so fun to work with and makes everyone feel
comfortable.”
-Shannon Spencer
The Vision
Leigha Vinson of EXL Events Co. envisioned a cover shoot inspired by the best-selling series Outlander. Set in the nineteenth century, Outlander’s style allowed this creative team to pull many timeless and elegant pieces together to design a Victorian-esque wedding scene filled to the brim with plenty of soft, pastel blooms. We love how Trysh Jaeger Photography’s soft and light-filled photography style leans even more into the elegant and romantic feel of this shoot!
The Venue
19 North by Froehlich’s ended up being the perfect space for our Victorianinspired shoot! Leigha raves, “The original wood floors and columns paired with their antique-style furniture meshed perfectly with my design.” Originally built in 1910, this rustic yet industrial venue isn't far off from the time period of our shoot's theme. There are plenty of elegant flourishes, too— from the large black-paned windows to the grand chandelier!
The Decor
In hunting for the décor to complete her design, Leigha had a clear vision. “Since this was a spring shoot, I obviously wanted season appropriate colors, but in order to fit the vibe of the shoot, I wanted pastels, not as vibrant of hues. Every part down to the color palette, was intended to make you feel something,” Leigha shares. We love how Leigha and the team were able to mix modern and classic styles, using items from AAYS Event Rentals! While the flatware of the tablescape is modern and unique, the glassware features more classic styles. The plain table with a pastel runner is another moment where tradition meets modernity. We are also obsessed with the photo-op book wall Leigha made that represents a couple's love story through its various chapters!
The Looks
Inspired by the fairytale feel of Taylor Swift’s “Love Story”, Leigha picked a beautiful A-line gown with plenty of soft, floral lace details. Leigha explains, I wanted something with lace and slightly modest, but nothing that felt too dated. I ended up choosing a high neck, ball gown with lace detail and overskirt illusion.” When paired with Blushing Beauty and Co.’s curled half-up, half-down hairstyle, elegant hairpiece and Jenn Martz Makeup Artistry's soft makeup, this bride looks regal and gorgeous!
The Desserts
Instead of adding real flowers to the cake, Leigha wanted Chef Drew of Froehlich’s to show off everything he could do. The white flowers on the cake are completely made of icing and hand-placed. In addition to the two-tiered pink cake, Chef Drew provided plenty of delicate desserts—like macarons and crème brûlée—which make this shoot feel even more like a luxurious 18th century wedding!
The Florals
With a spring shoot, flowers are front and center! There are many different textures and colors of blooms in this shoot to help make it feel like it takes place in a field of wildflowers. “I sent Sugarfield Flowers inspo pics that had muted spring tones, designed with a whimsical and organic feel,” Leigha gushes. “I wanted the underlying feeling to be like a girl in love went out, picked the prettiest flowers she saw and made an arrangement.” One of the areas to highlight is the floral meadow around the cake display, which Leigha dreamed up and created herself based on trends she was seeing.
TRYSH JAEGER PHOTOGRAPHY
SEE BEHIND the scenes
View the video at: youtu.be/ -4G_9P0Ba_o
The Stationery & Signage
Because she had so much confidence that Allison from Your Little Details would pick up on the classic elegance that she envisioned for this shoot, Leigha only sent over two inspiration pictures for the stationery. Allison was able to produce exactly what Leigha had pictured from the raw edges and wax insignias to the linen menus and bar sign. We also love the elegant and timeless use of the gold mirrors for the welcome sign and table number display!
TRYSH JAEGER PHOTOGRAPHY
PHOTOGRAPHY: TRYSH JAEGER PHOTOGRAPHY (TRYSHJAEGERPHOTOGRAPHY.COM)* VENUE & CATERING: 19 NORTH BY FROEHLICH'S (19NORTHBYFROEHLICHS.COM)* PLANNING, DESIGN & COORDINATION: EXL EVENTS CO (EXLEVENTSCO.COM)* VIDEOGRAPHY: RAYCROFT RECORDINGS FLORALS: SUGARFIELD FLOWERS (SUGARFIELDFLOWERS.COM)* DRESS: DAVID'S BRIDAL MISHAWAKA HAIR: BLUSHING BEAUTY & CO (BLUSHINGBEAUTYANDCO.COM)* MAKEUP: JENN MARTZ MAKEUP ARTISTRY CAKE & DESSERTS: FROEHLICH'S (SHOPFROEHLICHS.COM)* STATIONERY & SIGNAGE: YOUR LITTLE DETAILS (YOURLITTLEDETAILS.COM)* RENTALS: AAYS EVENT RENTALS MODELS: BRIT NICHOLE & AARON REVERMAN *WeddingDay preferred vendor
Megan Saul Photography
Main Photo: Lizzie Kallimani Photography Top Right: Heather Beckham Photography, Middle Right: Renee Mellott Photography, Bottom Right: Shayne Culp Photography
Meet the Cover Team
THE WEDDING PROS BEHIND THE SHOOT
Leigha Vinson
EXL EVENTS CO
Leigha is an all things event lover with a keen eye for design and details. Her only goal in this industry is to be the couple's biggest advocate and make their dream day come to fruition!
Trysh Jaeger
TRYSH JAEGER PHOTOGRAPHY
Trysh Jaeger has photographed over 1,000 weddings all over the United States and four countries. Her expertise in lighting, natural posing and "true to color" editing; combined with her fun personality is the perfect combination for your wedding photographer!
Maycen Raycroft
RAYCROFT RECORDINGS
Maycen Raycroft is the owner and operator of Raycroft Recordings LLC, founded in 2020. When not capturing people's love stories, Maycen enjoys time spent with her golden retriever, observing wildlife and visiting National Parks. If you would like to learn more about what having a videographer on your wedding day may look like, you can visit raycroftrecordings.com.
Team 19 North
19 NORTH BY FROEHLICH'S
Once a 1910 Featherbone Corset Factory, 19 North by Froehlich's boasts a rich history. Now, this historic building is a stunning 11,000-square-foot venue located above Froehlich's Kitchen & Pantry, featuring original wood floors and restored tin ceilings. This rustic yet opulent space offers a big city feel in a quaint village. At the top of a grand staircase, guests are welcomed by a glass foyer and 12-foot doors leading to a grand ballroom with a showstopping chandelier!
Kris Livovich
SUGARFIELD FLOWERS
Sugarfield Flowers is a family-owned, event-only florist. Their team is comprised of several enthusiastic designers and one loud dog. Kris says, "We strive to bring unique beauty to each event we touch."
Angela Clark
DAVID'S BRIDAL MISHAWAKA
David's Bridal started in 1950 as a single Florida bridal salon and has grown into an international destination for weddings, proms, quinceañeras and more. They know a bit about making dreams come true with one in three brides in the U.S. purchasing their dress from David's Bridal—and they can’t wait to help you get ready for your big event, party, gala, shindig or soirée!
Nidia Herzberg
BLUSHING BEAUTY & CO.
Nidia is the lead hairstylist and owner of Blushing Beauty & Co., an on-location hair styling company specializing in beautiful hairstyles for the modern and classic bride. Their passion is to give their brides an easy and stress-free morning and to make them feel like a gorgeous version of themselves!
Jenn Martz
JENN MARTZ MAKEUP ARTISTRY
Jenn Martz is a freelance makeup artist specializing in soft, romantic glam bridal, prom and special events. Serving Goshen, Mishawaka, South Bend, Granger, Elkhart and surrounding areas, she provides makeup artistry services on location, or in her home studio. A self-taught artist, Jenn continues to grow and develop her skillset through professional artist master classes—both virtually and in-person. She says, "I have a passion for makeup artistry that has lived wildly in me since I was nine years old. I am always learning, and always looking for ways to grow and perfect my abilities as an artist."
Alexis LandisPhotography
Allison Kelley + Brandy Medendorp
YOUR LITTLE DETAILS
Your Little Details offers full and partial planning services, wedding coordination and stationery design. Together, they have seven years of planning experience and have been a part of over 400 weddings and events. Allison says. "We take pride in making sure every couple has a stress-free and beautiful wedding day that they can enjoy!"
Chef Drew
FROEHLICH'S
Froehlich’s Bakery & Deli, located in Three Oaks, Michigan, is well known as a destination for people in search of simple, fresh, nourishing and authentically delicious food. Daily, they create a variety of breads, pies, pastries, unique desserts, soups, salads and deli sandwiches. Froehlich's also offers an assortment of house made jams, jellies, pickles and specialty foods; along with full service catering, special occasion cakes and dessert bars.
Ashley Sharpe
AAYS EVENT RENTALS
AAYS Event Rentals has over 50 years in the party and event business and is focused exclusively on event rentals. This means they can provide you with the attention, focus and experience you look for in a rental company. AAYS prides themselves on being responsible, respectable and reliable –in what they say and what they do – and for this reason, AAYS is a preferred vendor with many venues, coordinators and caterers in the Mishawaka, Indiana area and beyond.
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THE ULTIMATE wedding glam guide
the ultimate wedding glam guide
9 TO 12 MONTHS BEFORE
Print this checklist and start a Pinterest beauty board
See a dermatologist or esthetician to address any skin concerns
Start experimenting with hair colors and growing out hair
Sign up for a gym membership and commit to going 3x week
Set weight-loss goals if desired and launch program
Begin to research or ask for recommendations on salons
Experiment with beauty and skin care products
6 TO 9 MONTHS BEFORE
Design skin care routine with selected products
Add strength training to workout plan
Commit to drinking 5 glasses of water each day
Purchase vitamins for energy, hair growth, healthy skin and immune system
4 TO 6 MONTHS BEFORE
Secure stylist and makeup artist
Begin brow rehab: grow them out and have them professionally shaped
Settle on hair color
Narrow down hairstyles to top 3
Hit the gym 4-5 days a week with a mix of cardio and strength training
1 TO 2 MONTHS BEFORE
Whiten teeth
Get a hair trim
PLANNING TOOL FIND
Schedule facial for two weeks before the wedding
Stop shaving if you plan to get a wax
Have a trial run of your hair and makeup
Have a trial spray tan
2 WEEKS BEFORE
Confirm beauty appointments
Color, highlight or touch up your hair
Attend facial appointment and/or exfoliate skin
Prepare envelopes to tip your beauty team
Wear sunscreen at all times outdoors
Get lash extensions if desired
Change your contact lenses
1 WEEK BEFORE
Spray tan with at-home product or professional application
Get a manicure and pedicure
Attend waxing appointments: brows, bikini line, legs, etc.
Pack beauty emergency/touchup kit for the big day
Go to bed and wake up around the same time each day
DAYS BEFORE
Drink water continuously
Wash your hair two days before the wedding
Sleep at least 7-8 hours each night
Get your engagement ring cleaned
Clean your ears
Touch up manicure and pedicure
THE WEDDING DAY
Drink a full glass of water when you wake up
Begin the morning with meditation and stretching
Go for a walk alone
Eat breakfast and pack snacks for the day
Rinse off in the shower; make sure to keep your hair dry
Attend hair and makeup appointments
Take photos of hair and makeup to send back to vendors
Ask for lip color sample for touchups
Spray light perfume
SMILE!
CONGRATS TO OUR RECENTLY ENGAGED COUPLES!
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MIDWEST WEDDING
Vendor Guide
BAKERIES & DESSERTS
Froehlich's Three Oaks, MI, 269.756.6002 shopfroehlichs.com
Homestead Kitchen Westland, MI, 734.956.5924 homesteadkitchen.net
See ad on page 50.
BEAUTY & SPA
Blushing Beauty & Co. Mishawaka, IN blushingbeautyandco.com
See ad on page 95.
BÜK Weddings & Co.
Kalamazoo, MI, 269.491.7603 bukweddings.com
See ad on page 35.
The Mane Bridal Bloomington, IN, 317.430.4508 themanebloomington.com
BRIDAL SALONS & DESIGNERS
America's Bride
Grand Rapids, MI, 616.224.0056 americasbride.us
See ad on page 34.
Becker's Bridal Fowler, MI, 989.593.2595 beckersbridal.com
See ad on page 21.
The Bridal Studio - Corktown Detroit, MI, 313.756.7616 thebridalstudiocorktown.com
The Frock Bridal House Bloomington, IN, 812.668.2841 thefrockbridal.com
See ad on page 103.
The Wedding Shoppe Berkley, MI, 248.541.1988 theweddingshoppe.net
See ad on page 71.
BRIDAL SHOWS
Bridal Spectacular
South Bend, IN, 574.243.4060 indianabridalspectacular.net
See ad on page 31.
Engaged Indiana
Throughout Indianapolis area engagedindiana.com
See ad on inside back cover.
Southwest Michigan Bridal Show
Kalamazoo, MI, 269.349.2091 swmibridalshow.com
See ad on page 18.
CATERERS & BARTENDERS
Navarre Catering and Events
South Bend, IN, 574.217.8359 navarrecatering.com
See ad on page 29.
Nelson's Catering Wakarusa, IN, 574.862.2184 nelsonsbbq.com
See ad on page 15.
Poured to Perfection Indianapolis, IN, 317.413.6521 pouredtoperfection.net
ENTERTAINMENT/AUDIO
Gaska String Quartet South Bend, IN, 574.229.0422 facebook.com/gaskastringquartet
See ad on page 20.
Meg Rodgers, Harpist Saint Joseph, MI, 269.429.6377 megrodgers.net
See ad on page 9.
The Music Place, Inc Northern Indiana, 574.533.3992 musicplacedj.com
See ad on page 33.
Sterler Productions Whitestown, IN, 317.249.8668 sterlerprod.com
FLORISTS & FLORAL PRESERVATION
Burns Special Events Mishawaka, IN, 574.259.4807 burnsrentals.com
See ad on page 16.
Crystal Springs Florist Benton Harbor, MI, 269.925.1167 crystalspringsflorist.net
See ad on page 4.
Flora + Flame Indianapolis, IN, 317.207.0831 floraandflamedesign.com
See ad on page 73.
Flowressence West Michigan flowressence.com
See ad on page 54.
Gardenground Floral Holland, MI gardengroundfloral.com
JP Parker Flowers Central Indiana, 317,624.0500 jpparkerco.com
Marco Alexzondra Floral & Event Services Galien, MI, 269.426.1922 marcoalexzondra.com
Pushin Petals Detroit Detroit, MI, 800.293.3565 pushinpetalsdetroit.com
Saville Flowers Evanston, IL, 847-864-0632 savilleflowers.com
See ad on page 109.
Sparrow Bloom Lansing, MI sparrowbloom.com
See ad on page 32.
Sterler Productions Whitestown, IN, 317.249.8668 sterlerprod.com
Sugar on the Rim Events Chesterton, IN, 219.315.0119 sugarontherimevents.com
See ad on page 80.
Sugarfield Flowers Chesterton, IN, 219.613.6616
sugarfieldflowers.com
See ad on page 94.
JEWELERS
Diamonds Direct Indianapolis, IN, 317.575.8555 diamondsdirect.com
Impress Jewelry Creations Granger, IN, 574.855.4491 impressjewelers.com
MENSWEAR
Andrew Porter Fine Clothiers Carmel, IN, 317.448.7681 andrewporterclothiers.com
See ad on page 75.
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Becky Lynn Photography Indianapolis, IN beckylynnphotography.info
See ad on page 101.
Beth Waterman Photography Indianapolis, IN, 317.370.7472 bethwatermanphotography.com See ad on page 72.
Danielle Schury Photography Bourbonnais, IL, 815.207.8001 danielleschuryphotography.com
See ad on page 59.
Heirlooms and Lace Studios Farmington Hills, MI, 734.606.9721 heirloomsandlace.com
Jessie Silva Grand Rapids, MI, jessiesilva.com
See ad on page 7.
Kara Hanes Photography Grand Rapids, MI, 616.835.6143 karahanesphotography.com
See ad on page 79.
Kayla Bouren Photography Detroit, MI, 248.429.9456 kaylabouren.com
Laura Spencer Photography Saint Joseph, MI lauraspencerphotography.com
See ad on page 14.
Lauryn Borst Photography Grand Rapids, MI, 616.450.0711 laurynborstphotography.com
See ad on page 70.
Leah Rife Photo Granger, IN leahrifephoto.com
See ad on page 65.
Love Photography by Katie VanderWal Allendale, MI, 616.201.8102 lovephotography-mi.com
See ad on page 49.
Shauna Wear Photography Detroit, MI shaunawear.com
Taylor Marie Photography Detroit, MI taylormphoto.com
See ad on page 63.
Trysh Jaeger Photography Crown Point, IN, 847.483.4883 tryshjaegerphotography.com
See ad on page 82.
Vilma Iglesias Photographer Fort Wayne, IN, 260.609.0703 facebook.com/photosbyvilma
See ad on page 61.
Weeping Willow Photography South Bend, IN, 574.806.4653 weepingwillowphoto.com
PLANNERS, DESIGNERS & COORDINATORS
Burns Special Events Mishawaka, IN, 574.259.4807 burnsrentals.com
See ad on page 16.
Christian Lei Events Farmington, MI, 877.566.6121 christianleievents.com
EXL Events Co.
New Buffalo, MI, 219.628.4360 instagram.com/ leigha.exleventsco
See ad on page 83.
Flora + Flame Indianapolis, IN, 317.207.0831 floraandflamedesign.com
See ad on page 73.
Gypsy Rose Events Columbus, IN, 812.552.3697 gypsyroseevents.com
K+R Coordination West Michigan krcoordination.com
Luva Events Central Indiana, 765.524.7013 luvaevents.com
See ad on page 105.
Nerdy Fox Rentals & Designs Greenwood, IN, 765.346.7599 nerdyfoxrentals.com
Sterler Productions Whitestown, IN, 317.249.8668 sterlerprod.com
Sugar on the Rim Events Chesterton, IN, 219.315.0119 sugarontherimevents.com
See ad on page 80.
Your Little Details
Crown Point, IN, 219.895.0284 yourlittledetails.com
See ad on page 100.
REGISTRIES
Crate & Barrel Indianapolis, IN, 317.818.9900 crateandbarrel.com
Williams Sonoma Indianapolis, IN, 317.848.1431 williams-sonoma.com
RENTALS/LINENS
AAYS Event Rentals Mishawaka, IN, 574.256.1110 aaysrental.com
See ad on page 48.
Burns Special Events Mishawaka, IN, 574.259.4807 burnsrentals.com
See ad on page 16.
Flora + Flame
Indianapolis, IN, 317.207.0831 floraandflamedesign.com
See ad on page 73.
Luva Events
Central Indiana, 765.524.7013 luvaevents.com
See ad on page 105.
Nerdy Fox Rentals & Designs Greenwood, IN, 765.346.7599 nerdyfoxrentals.com
Sterler Productions Whitestown, IN, 317.249.8668 sterlerprod.com
STATIONERY & SIGNAGE Covenant Calligraphy Miami, FL instagram.com/ covenantcalligraphy
Flora + Flame Indianapolis, IN, 317.207.0831 floraandflamedesign.com
See ad on page 73.
The Printed Event Michigan, 269.303.2192 theprintedevent.com
See ad on page 28.
Sterler Productions Whitestown, IN, 317.249.8668 sterlerprod.com
Your Little Details Crown Point, IN, 219.895.0284 yourlittledetails.com
See ad on page 100.
TRANSPORTATION
DriverSeat South Bend Northern Indiana, Southwest Michigan & Chicago, 574.564.6050 driverseatinc.com/locations/ driverseat-south-bend
See ad on page 30.
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATIONS
Four Winds Casinos New Buffalo, MI, 269.926.5219 South Bend, IN, 574.931.3557 fourwindscasino.com
See ad on page 78.
Gillespie Conference Center South Bend, IN, 574.232.7700 gillespieconferencecenter.com
See ad on page 64.
Godfrey Hotel Detroit Detroit, MI, 313,385.0000 godfreyhoteldetroit.com
See ad on page 58.
Hampton Inn
Indianapolis Downtown Indianapolis, IN, 317.261.1200 hamptoninn3.hilton.com
See ad on page 106.
Hotel Carmichael Carmel, IN, 317.688.1700 hotelcarmichael.com
The Inn at Harbor Shores Saint Joseph, MI, 269.983.1111 innatharborshores.com
See ad on page 6.
The Seelbach Hilton Louisville Louisville, KY, 502.585.3200 seelbachhilton.com
See ad on back cover.
Sonesta Columbus Downtown Columbus, OH, 614.461.4100 sonesta.com/us/ohio/columbus/ sonesta-columbus-downtown
See ad on page 108.
VENUES
19 North by Froehlich's Three Oaks, MI, 269.756.6002 19northbyfroehlichs.com
See ad on inside front cover.
The Armory South Bend, IN, 574.217.8359 armorysb.com
See ad on page 29.
Barn 1888 Hopkins, MI, 616.446.5747 barn1888.com
See ad on page 8.
Bear Creek Farm Laingsburg, MI, 810.391.8026 bearcreekfarmeventbarn.com
See ad on page 51.
Bell Mare Weddings & Events Galien, MI, 269-820-1905 bellmareevents.com
The Blue Teal Wakarusa, IN, 574.862.2184 thebluetealvenue.com
See ad on page 15.
The Brick South Bend, IN, 574.217.8359 thebrick.net
See ad on page 29.
Chez Wedding & Event Venue
Chicago, IL, 312.255.0288 chezweddingvenue.com
Crystal Ballroom at The Lerner Theater
Elkhart, IN, 574.293.1755 crystalballroomcatering.com
See ad on page 29.
Four Winds Casinos
New Buffalo, MI, 269.926.5219
South Bend, IN, 574.931.3557 fourwindscasino.com
See ad on page 78.
Garment Factory Events Franklin, IN, 317.868.8227 garmentfactoryevents.com
See ad on page 107.
Gillespie Conference Center
South Bend, IN, 574.232.7700 gillespieconferencecenter.com
See ad on page 64
Godfrey Hotel Detroit Detroit, MI, 313,385.0000 godfreyhoteldetroit.com
See ad on page 58.
The Grand LV Niles, MI, 269.591.0334 thegrandlv.com
The Hall at Oakland Park Nappanee, IN, 574.773.1001 oakland-hall.com
See ad on page 60.
Hotel Carmichael Carmel, IN, 317.688.1700 hotelcarmichael.com
The Indianapolis Public Library
Indianapolis, IN, 317.275.4200 events.imcpl.org
See ad on page 102.
Inisfree Estate Event Venue Pullman, MI, 269.236.9700 inisfreeestate.com
See ad on page 5.
The Inn at Harbor Shores Saint Joseph, MI, 269.983.1111 innatharborshores.com
See ad on page 6.
Ivory Foundry
Weddings & Events
Indianapolis, IN, 317.279.4048 ivoryfoundryevents.com
See ad on page 104.
Matterhorn Banquets & Catering
Elkhart, IN, 574.262.1509 matterhorncatering.com
See ad on page 29.
Palais Royals
South Bend, IN, 574.235.5612 palaisroyale.org
See ad on page 29.
Sand Creek Country Club
Chesterton, IN, 219.395.5222
sandcreekcountryclubevents.com
See ad on page 81.
The Seelbach Hilton Louisville Louisville, KY, 502.585.3200 seelbachhilton.com
See ad on back cover.
Sonesta Columbus Downtown Columbus, OH, 614.461.4100 sonesta.com/us/ohio/columbus/ sonesta-columbus-downtown
See ad on page 108.
Studebaker National Museum
South Bend, IN, 574.235.9714
studebakermuseum.org
See ad on page 55.
Twin Gables Event Center
Sturgis, MI, 269.503.4794
twingableseventcenter.com
See ad on page 19.
Venue Bella Giornata
Byron Center, MI, 616.451.3663 venuebellagiornata.com
Zingerman's Cornman Farms Dexter, MI, 734.619.8100 zingermanscornmanfarms.com
VIDEOGRAPHERS
Clark Videography
Indianapolis, IN, 317.599.7312
clarkvideography.com
See ad on page 74.
Sterler Productions
Whitestown, IN, 317.249.8668 sterlerprod.com
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