EDITORS' NOTE
Whether you are newly engaged or have been planning for over a year, we have plenty of amazing local vendors who can help. We have inspiration, local wedding stories, and a dress preview in this issue alone. We also have two stunning spring inspired shoots. Our first took place at Marquette Park, featuring a Cinderella-themed wedding, designed by SheDesigns, to get your creativity flowing! Our other stylized shoot was a luxurious wedding day display at the new Four Winds Casino in South Bend, gorgeously coordinated by Merry Me Events. Be sure to check out our Luxurious Love and So This is Love shoots for inspiration for your wedding day.
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Nick & Arianna
Is there anything more classic than a black and white wedding? Nick and Arianna created an absolutely stunning wedding day that was timeless and elegant. Their vision came together beautifully and I loved photographing every detail! Ari graduated from St. Mary’s, which made the ceremony there even more special. I just love when my couples incorporate personal aspects into their wedding! The chapel and campus provided a perfect backdrop for their day, it is such a beautiful place. Just north of campus
is The Gillespie, and it’s proximity to St. Mary’s made it the ideal location for their reception. I love shooting in the spacious ballroom because of the clean modern lines, neutral color palette, and most of all the gorgeous light fixtures. Being a part of Nick and Ari’s day was an honor, I feel extremely privileged to be trusted by each and every couple I photograph! Listening to her family speaking Italian all day was the icing on the cake!
VENDORS
Ceremony
Holy Spirit Chapel
Saint Mary's College
Venue
The Gillespie Conference Center
Photographer
JB Photography
Jeweler
Georgetown Jewelers
Caterer
Hilton Garden Inn
The Gillespie Conference Center
Cake
Sweet-Em's Cake Shoppe
Gown
Brides by Young
Hair/Makeup
Beauty and Bliss
Flowers
Poppies
Music
Morrow Strings
Vocalist
McKayela Collins-Hornor
Uplighting & DJ
Events by ProShow
Rentals
AAYS Event Rentals
Accessories
Vanessa's Modern Bride
Tuxedo
Men's Warehouse
Invites
Aloha Print Group
“I just love when my couples incorporate personal aspects into their wedding!”
SUBMITTED BY JB PHOTOGRAPHY
HERE COMES THE DRESS BRIDAL BOUTIQUE
Granger
1241 E. University Dr. Granger, IN 46530 574.345.0702
hctdgranger
Chesterton 850 Sidewalk Rd. Suite 101, Chesterton, IN 46304 219.728.1328
hctdboutique
• BY APPOINTMENT ONLY • WWW.HERECOMESTHEDRESS.COM
jessica@photography-jb.com 574.221.1044
Our completely restored historic barn has been a landmark in the area for generations and is ideally suited for weddings, receptions, and corporate gatherings up to 300 guests.
PERLA
This unique fit and flare dress was designed for the modern bride. Featuring a geometric bodice with exposed boning, thick straps, and a subtle sweetheart neckline. Perla turns up the sexy with beautiful pearls running down your silhouette to add a touch of glamour and contour your natural curves.
NOW BOOKING 2023/2024 WEDDING AND LARGE EVENTS!
Kindred and Co Weddings
Beautiful modern style barn with vintage touches. Dense forestation, scenic views and flower fields for days! Rental includes tables, chairs, hanging white drapery, chandeliers and so much more.
On-site coordinating services, in house centerpieces options, and your own black, vintage truck for photos. Beautiful on-site Airbnb for rental.
Marion Magnolia Farms Owner and Operator | Brittany File (269) 262-2518 | Bdfile9@gmail.com | MarionMagnoliaFarms.com 57376 Twin Lakes Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031
Chandra Dover {Floral Designer} 574.276.6199 Chandra@snapdragon-designs.com • snapdragon-designs.com
Brad & olivia
White Oak Farm Venue perfectly suited Olivia and Brad’s Reception. The ladies got their hair and makeup done by the Top Knot Bridal team in the large bridal suite, while the guys got ready and played pool in the groom's quarters.
Sugarfield Flowers brought stunning arrangements. I am obsessed with this floral, my favorites included some soft pink tulips, white anemone, and draping deep pink amaranthus. The pinks and whites were amazing with the bridesmaids in elegant black gowns. We did a first look on the patio, which is also where the ceremony took place later on. A family member brought their beloved Corgi, Zoe, for a few family portraits.
The proximity to Lake Michigan from this venue makes beach photos possible! They hired a bus to transport their wedding party and family to the beach for some gorgeous family and bridal party photos.
The bride and groom ate dinner at a sweetheart table at the top of the staircase, where they could view all of their guests. Following dinner, the band, Blue Water Kings, was set up on the patio for the first dance right after the sun set. Guests poured onto the dancefloor as soon as open dancing began.
VENDORS
Venue
White Oak Farm Venue
Photographer
Monica Z Photography
Caterer
CK Catering Cake
Bit of Swiss
Gown
Something Blue Bridal Hair & Makeup
Top Knot Bridal
Flowers
Sugarfield Flowers
Music
Blue Water Kings
Tuxedo
Louie’s Tux Shop
Planer & Decor
Lake Life Social (Dee Hadad)
Videographer
Cress Videography
“The proximity to Lake Michigan from this venue makes beach photos possible!”SUBMITTED BY MONICA Z PHOTOGRAPHY - Monica Z Photography
ESSENSE OF AUSTRALIA
Get swept away in Style D3636, a romantic A-line wedding dress draped in soft layers of delicate chiffon. The notched plunging neckline accentuates the soft pleating of the romantic wrapped bodice. Detachable off-the-shoulder blouson sleeves add a luxe detail for this versatile wedding look, which can also be worn strapless.
MARTINA LIANA
Sparkle and shine in Style 1442—a romantic layered tulle wedding dress of soft floral lace and intricate beading. Sparkling beaded spaghetti straps attach to a sheer corset-style bodice with an alluring sweetheart neckline and subtle illusion plunge.
Luxurious Love
SPRING COLOR PALETTE
Four Winds Casino South Bend (866) 494-6371
www.fourwindscasino.com
Venue
The moment we walked into Four Winds Casino South Bend’s new hotel, we felt like we were transported to a different, more luxurious location.
This luxury hotel offers 317 rooms and 83 suites with elegant, modernized décor and accommodations that include Hospitality Suites, master bedrooms and bathrooms, fireplaces, a bar, outdoor seating, outdoor rooftop pool and a full-service spa that includes a sauna, steam room, his and hers lounge areas and many relaxing spa services to choose from. Inside the hotel on the third floor is the Edgewater Café that has delectable cuisine and lively entertainment.
DESIGNER & FLORAL
Merry Me Events (574) 532-5588
www.merrymeevents.com
RENTALS
Burns Special Events (574) 259-4807
www.burnsrentals.com
Decor&Floral
Inside the ballroom at the Four Winds Casino South Bend’s hotel, Merry Me Events, along with Burns Special events created a candlelit backdrop that was incredibly unique! The coral, white and gold details on the tablescapes combined for a very luxurious feel. The metal stationery at each table setting was a statement piece.
Merry Me Events also created all the floral arrangements for this stylized shoot. They used a variety of floral such as french tulips, anemone, chocolate lisianthus, purple scoop scabiosa, quicksand roses, painted tree fern, and assorted eucalyptus to name a few.
A sweetheart table provides a rare chance for you to enjoy an intimate moment alone together
GOWN Here Comes The Dress (574) 345-0702
www.herecomesthedress.com
HAIR & MAKEUP Beauty King
www.LyzKingMua.com
Makeup Assistant - Sierra Leone (574) 514-0643
Hair - Chantel Diggins (574) 440-1123
TUXEDO
Louie’s Tux Shop (574) 272-2486
www.louiestuxshop.com
Gown&Tuxedo
Our models, Nickea and Anthony Jones, looked incredible. We loved Nickea’s sweetheart neckline, spaghetti strap gown provided by Here Comes The Dress. It had the most intricate beading on the bodice that trailed down to the skirt of the dress. Anthony looked dashing in a tan tux provided by Louie’s Tux Shop. The floral pocket square that Merry Me Events created perfectly matched with Nickea’s bouquet.
Hair&Makeup
Nickea’s makeup and hair was done by the Beauty King Glam Team. We loved her bright eyes and bold pink lip. Her tight curled hair and glamorized makeup gave off an old Hollywood vibe that was perfect for this shoot.
Decadent Food
Four Winds Casino created an amazing and delicious meal that would make you and your guests wanting seconds! For an appetizer, their chef made jumbo shrimp cocktail, mini crab cakes with sweet roasted corn sauce and butter melted leeks and candied apple pork belly. Their wedge salad was made of baby iceberg, Nueske’s bacon, smoked bleu, roasted potatoes with buttermilk ranch. The Mediterranean salad had hearts of romaine, pickled beets, marinated red and yellow tomatoes, roasted olives, feta, and a balsamic glaze with olive oil.
The three entrée’s that they made were broiled salmon on Beurre Blanc wild rice and seasonal vegetables, filet mignon with wild mushroom potato au gratin and seasonal vegetables, and a chicken Oscar that has a Béarnaise sauce, crab meat mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Four Winds team of experienced Catering Specialists are eager to customize your wedding to make it a truly memorable event.
Cake
You can never go wrong by getting your wedding cake from Sweet-Em’s Cake Shoppe. The cake that they designed for this stylized shoot was absolutely breathtaking! The details on each layer of the cake are eye catching. We love the light pink/coral color that is perfect for a springtime wedding.
PHOTOGRAPHER
Monica Z Photography (219) 229-0796
www.monicazphotography.com
DESSERT
Four Winds Casino South Bend (866) 494-6371
www.fourwindscasino.com
Photography
One of the best investments you can make while you are planning your wedding is getting a superb photographer. Look no further than Monica Z Photography! Her lighting, posing, attention to detail and overall professionalism is topnotch! The images speak for themselves.
Dessert
The dessert tray was not only mouthwatering, but so eloquently displayed. Four Winds South Bend made white chocolate covered strawberries, chocolate truffles, macarons, assorted chocolate bon bons, hazelnut medallions, Four Winds Chocolate domes, lemon meringue shooters and hazelnut coffee crunch.
VENDORS
VENUE, FOOD, & DESSERT
Four Winds Casino South Bend (866) 494-6371
www.fourwindscasino.com
DESIGNER & FLORAL
Merry Me Events (574) 532-5588
www.merrymeevents.com
RENTALS
Burns Special Events (574) 259-4807
www.burnsrentals.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Monica Z Photography (219) 229-0796
www.monicazphotography.com
CAKE Sweet-Em’s Cake Shoppe (574) 606-5517
www.sweetemscakeshoppe.com
GOWN Here Comes The Dress (574) 345-0702
www.herecomesthedress.com
TUXEDO
Louie’s Tux Shop (574) 272-2486
www.louiestuxshop.com
HAIR & MAKEUP Beauty King
www.LyzKingMua.com
Makeup - Lyz King
Makeup Assistant - Sierra Leone (574) 514-0643
Hair - Chantel Diggins (574) -440-1123
MODELS
Nickea & Anthony Jones
We never take for granted how special and important your wedding day will be. Whether you are dreaming of a small intimate gathering or an extravagant celebration, the DoubleTree-South Bend is committed to working with you on every single detail.
Julian & Slendy
The few days leading up to Slendy and Julian's wedding had us all watching weather reports more than we ever had. We all wanted to make this couple’s dream of an outdoor ceremony and receptions a reality. The day of the wedding, it poured. There were small periods of sunshine here and there, still surrounded heavily by rain.
Just before the ceremony started, the photographer saw Julian standing with something in his hand. She focused her camera, and zoomed in on Julian. He was holding a tie, the tie that his stunning bride Slendy had surprised him with the night before. It wasn’t an ordinary tie, because sewn into the back of it was a photo of Julian’s family, including his father. In this photo, Julian was 6 years old, and it was one of the last times they were all together. The tears were already flowing as a beautiful moment was captured.
It had poured rain all morning and the ground was completely saturated. The tent was set up and ready to accommodate Julian and Slendy’s guests. We checked again the hour before the
ceremony and it looked like we were going to get lucky, and we were going to get some sunshine!! We quickly moved the tables to the outside patio of this picturesque venue and repositioned all the decor just in time. Everything was picture-perfect, the tables, donning the beautiful centerpieces that the bride and sister made the night before. Just as the couple was in the middle of the most beautiful vows, the heavens opened and the rain poured down once again. It was like something out of a movie, it was priceless, yet beautiful and no one ran to seek shelter, they all stayed put and marveled at this couple and their lovely words to each other. It was perfect!
Afterward, the rain had finally cleared for the day and the family celebrated. You could feel how much love enveloped every one of them. To say it was like a dream come true is an understatement. The outdoor reception was dreamy and the company was grand. All of the vendors did an amazing job making this such a wonderful night.
VENDORS
Photographer
Briana Willis Photography
First Dress
LDRbridal (Eva Lendel)
Second Dress
Grace Loves Lace
Grooms Suit
Indochino
Venue
Emerson House
Wedding Planner
Unveiled Weddings & Events
Floral
Costco
Bouquet Design
Unveiled Weddings & Events
Invitations
Canva
DJ & Entertainment
The Fiesta Pros
Videographer
Silverworth Films
Cake & Desserts
Bittersweet Pastry Shop & Cafe
Catering
Wooden Paddle
Makeup
By Jayliss
Hair
Rare Bird Beauties
Rentals (Tent/Tables/Dinnerware)
Burns Special Events
"The outdoor reception was dreamy and the company was grand."
SUBMITTED BY UNVEILED WEDDINGS & EVENTS
Industrial Chic
Mixing decor styles is a great way to bring personality and character to your space.
Having to work in a construction zone was our first major challenge when planning this shoot but the building still had some really cool features that we worked off of to create the design. For instance, a timeless brick wall and gorgeous large black framed windows. Since the space is very industrial we wanted to soften it with a whimsical and romantic design yet modern and still staying true to what the space has to offer.
To bring whimsical and romantic elements, we decided to use the brick wall as the "ceremony" space, having the florals climbing up the wall and littering the ground with gold lanterns. It gave it a very "fairy tale" feel.
For the tablescape, we kept modern pieces to help tie in the industrial feel by using black plates, black flatware and modern glassware. But then tied in the whimsical romance with a flowy runner, cheese cloth napkins, bud vases and a mix of candles.
All the vendors worked so well together and really brought their unique styles and vision for this shoot. We tried to really showcase local Valparaiso vendors like Designer Desserts and Lake Effect Floral. What an amazing opportunity for such a huge venue like Journeyman to come to Valpo!
We can't wait for the new Journeyman Valpo venue to open soon and help make your wedding dreams come true!
VENDORS
Venue
Journeyman Valpo
Photographer
Blackbird and Rye Photography
Planning, Design & Rentals
White Dahlia Events
Hair and Makeup
Vanis Salon & Day Spa
Florist
Lake Effect Florals
Dessert
Designer Desserts
Dress
Here Comes the Dress
Modern meets industrial.
AT ST JOE FARM, HOSPITALITY
IS KEY.
Access to our beautiful property and its venues make for a destination experience unique for each guest.
• Seating for 275 guests
• Air conditioning provided in the event barn
• Indoor and outdoor ceremony sites
• A Navarre Hospitality Group event venue
STAY ON-SITE AT BLUMS BARN LOFT
Beautiful three level apartment. Sleeps 14 guests.
All Inclusive Wedding Experience
At The Morris Estate, hospitality is our cornerstone. We’re prepared to arrange every detail of your perfect day. Our wedding coordinators are here to relieve stress and take care of all the details from the moment you say ‘Yes’ to saying ‘I do.’ A vintage Chapel and elegant outdoor Tent make for a picture perfect destination wedding. Luxurious, on-site lodging completes your wedding weekend, and our in-house catering offers a menu for any occassion. Trust The Morris Estate to turn your wedding dreams into reality.
Scott & Chelsea
SUBMITTED BY SHANE CLEMINSON PHOTOGRAPHYNew Years Eve weddings are always fun!
Chelsea and Scott planned their wedding timeline around midnight and welcoming in 2023.
Their wedding was unique from the start. It was full of small details that gave away what was special to them.
Chelsea had her hair and makeup done in front of a huge repurposed fire hose made into a flag. She made it herself and I loved using it as a backdrop for those photos.
Scott, is a local fireman, and he was waiting at the station with the groomsmen when I got there. I had a pick of where and which way I wanted to place a fire truck for the formals
and first look. This is a photographer's dream! I could get great backlight and work around the buildings. Their ceremony was at a lovely church in Hammond. I knew when I walked in I wanted to get a photo of Chelsea in front of the unique doors at the back.
The real fun started at Smits Farms. Not many couples have a wedding reception in a real greenhouse. It was full of incredible greenery and had ample seating for all the guests. The dance floor was packed right up to the champagne fountain and balloon drop at midnight. Doc’s BBQ kept everyone well-fed in an endless buffet of BBQ, and Nightshift DJ’s kept the dance floor packed all night. I can think of no better way to end a year and start a new year!
VENDORS
Reception Venue
Smits Farms
Photography
Shane Cleminson Photography
Makeup Artist
Krissy Vanderwoude
Hair
Kelly Peterson & Brittany Vidal
Flowers
Mark Golec
DJ
Nightshift DJs
Dress
Catherine’s Bridal Valparaiso
- Shane Cleminson Photography“Their wedding was unique from the start. It was full of small details that gave away what was special to them.”
LOVE IS IN BLOOM AT COUNTRY STRONG!
If you’re like the excited couples we’ve been talking to, spring can only mean one thing ... Your Wedding Date Will Be Here Soon! Visit us at Country Strong to discover the perfect arrangement of classic beauty, caring staff, and amenities your guests will love.
So This Is Love
VENUE
Marquette Park Pavilion
(219) 938-7362
www.marquetteparkgary.org
HORSE & CARRIAGE
Ever After Equines
www.everafterequines.com
Venue
The moment that you say “yes,” when your prince is on his knee asking your hand in marriage, is the moment that you have become your own Cinderella! If you ever dreamed of having a “Cinderella” themed wedding as a little girl, now is the time to create your own magical day and be inspired by this themed stylized shoot.
The moment we walked into Marquette Park Pavilion, we knew this was the perfect venue for a Cinderella themed wedding. The cathedral ceilings, stone pillars, grand patio overlooking the water and a ballroom big enough for you and all of your guests.
“If you keep on believing, the dream that you wish will come true.” – Cinderella
DESIGNER SheDesigns (219) 508-9451
www.shedesignsllc.com
Designer
SheDesigns always goes above and beyond your wedding dreams. They created this Cinderella themed wedding from a beautifully decorated tablescape all the way to bringing in a Clydesdale and white carriage from Ever After Equines.
The dusty blue and floral greenery tablescape looked so sophisticated and elegant. The gold chargers and flatware stood out and created a luxurious table layout to inspire your magical day.
BACKDROP
Beary Pop Up (219) 628-2669 www.bearypopup.com
Backdrop
Adding in backdrop spaces are always fun at weddings! Your wedding guests will enjoy taking pictures in front of them, and it adds in a great backdrop for your wedding photographer to play with. The storybook backdrop provided by Beary Pop Up was the perfect addition to this Cinderella themed wedding shoot.
GOWN Something Blue Bridal Boutique (219) 227-8832
www.somethingbluein.com
FLORAL
La Petite Fleuriste (219) 308-9161
www.lpf-design.com
Gown
Our model, Shannon, looked like a princess in a full-length ball gown with a sweetheart neckline, lace designed bodice and a full skirt of tulle at the bottom. This dress provided by Something Blue Bridal Boutique had an exquisite train on the back of the gown with intricate buttons trailing to the end of the dress.
Floral
La Petite Fleuriste created the most beautiful table centerpieces and cascading bouquet for the bride. They used white carnations, white cremom mums, light blue delphinium and hydrangeas, ranunculus, and tulips. To add in a touch of green, they used silver dollar eucalyptus and huckleberry. The light touches of blue throughout the floral arrangements looked classy and royal.
HAIR
Josef & Mari’s Studio By Holly (219) 688-0894
www.josefandmarisalons.com
MAKEUP
Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio (219) 924-1555
merlenormanspa219.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
JB Photography (574) 221-1044
www.photography-jb.com
Hair&Makeup
Shannon’s hair, done by Josef & Mari’s Studio By Holly, embraced the Cinderella theme and gave her a modernized updo! We loved how it accentuated the tierra.
Shannon’s makeup, done by Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio, looked refreshing with a subtle hint of flush pink on her cheeks. Her smokey eye added in some intensity, yet a light rose colored lip tied everything together.
Photography
If you are looking for a photographer that embraces natural lighting and creates light and airy photos that will last a lifetime, JB Photography is the perfect fit for you! She was the perfect photographer for this Cinderella themed shoot.
Stationery
Ze Design Studio made the most beautiful stationery for this shoot. These handmade wedding invitations are ones that will be cherished forever. The watercolor artwork on the envelope along with a whimsical floral cathedral on the inside of the dusty blue envelope felt so enchanting! Ze Design Studio makes wedding invitations, menu cards, wedding charts, signs and more.
DESSERTS
Bao’s Pastry (219) 299-8693
www.baopastry.com
Desserts
Bao’s Pastry created the most delightful dessert table we have ever seen! From the puff pastries to the macarons, you couldn’t leave the table with just one. Not only do they look delicious, but the intricate design that they made was exceptional. Adding in berries and edible gold flakes, created a pop of color and texture to the pastries!
VENDORS
VENUE
Marquette Park Pavilion (219) 938-7362
www.marquetteparkgary.org
DESIGNER
SheDesigns (219) 508-9451
www.shedesignsllc.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
JB Photography (574) 221-1044
www.photography-jb.com
HORSE & CARRIAGE
Ever After Equines
www.everafterequines.com
BACKDROP Beary Pop Up (219) 628-2669
www.bearypopup.com
FLORAL
La Petite Fleuriste (219) 308-9161
www.lpf-design.com
STATIONERY
Ze Design Studio
www.zedesignstudio.com
DESSERTS
Bao’s Pastry (219) 299-8693
www.baopastry.com
GOWN
Something Blue Bridal Boutique (219) 227-8832
www.somethingbluein.com
HAIR
Josef & Mari’s Studio By Holly (219) 688-0894
www.josefandmarisalons.com
MAKEUP
Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio (219) 924-1555
merlenormanspa219.com
MODEL
Shannon McCarthy
Robert & Jessica
THE
BRIDE'S PERSPECTIVE
DESCRIBE YOUR WEDDING VISION
My wedding theme was neutral boho. I really liked the movement and fullness of Pampas grass, so that was a lot of my theme was based around. I knew my venue was very overpowering and I wanted to make sure it complemented it while still staying true to my vision. Likewise, I was really drawn to the color rust, but I knew it can be a very overpowering color so it needed to be used sparingly. I also really like the elegance of the bright white so I wanted to find a way to blend that in with the bright rust color. I worked with a wonderful artist to help craft the most perfect custom art for my invitations. I also was so fortunate to have found Poppies by Polly the day I was viewing the venue for my first look at it. She is such a talented florist and really knew how to take my neutral boho theme and translate that into the floral palette. I was really drawn to the color green for the men’s suits. I liked how it was something different than the traditional black or gray suit. My husband has green eyes so I knew it would compliment him perfectly. It ended up being a real crowd favorite and fit perfectly with the rest of my wedding colors.
DESCRIBE YOUR WEDDING DAY
My wedding day was nothing short of spectacular. There was never a moment of stress or worry. I was very lucky to have such a wonderful team of vendors, family and friends who made sure everything went perfect. I spent a lot of time and effort planning the details so when it was finally time for it to come together, there was no confusion. I trusted my vendors to make it happen and they came through!
YOUR ADVICE TO ENGAGED COUPLES
Decision fatigue is a real thing! Don’t be afraid to let other people make some decisions for you.
The most expensive vendor is not always the best vendor! Do your research, make sure you aren’t spending more for something you could get at a more reasonable price with a great vendor.
Send your invitations early and expect RSVPs to arrive extremely late…I was still getting RSVPs in the mail weeks after the wedding!
Surround yourself with the people that matter most to you. Having people you don’t know makes it feel like a performance instead of a party.
VENDORS
Photographer b graves photography
Ceremony Venue
Morris Performing Arts Center
Reception Venue
Palais Royale
Caterer
Navarre Catering & Events
Videographer
Vibrant Video Productions
Flowers
Poppies by Polly
Dress
Nancy’s Bridal Boutique
Bridesmaids Gowns
Baltic Born
MOB Dress
Gretchen's Bridal Gallery
Hair Stylist
Kayla Davenport
Makeup Artist
Ashley Urban Artistry
Nail Salon
Black Sheep Studio
Menswear
Gentlemen's Quarters
Stationery
Molly Axe
Harpist
Meg Rodgers, Harpist
Cake
C’est La Vie Cakes
DJ & Lighting
Events by ProShow
Linens & Chairs
Classic Catering and Events
Live Painter
Kristina Brewer
Hotel
Aloft South Bend
"I was very lucky to have such a wonderful team of vendors, family and friends who made sure everything went perfect."
- Jessica | The Bride
Vendor Directory
BEAUTY & HEALTH
Merle Norman Cosmetics
Highland • IN | (219) 924-1555
Crown Point • IN | (219) 662-8237
merlenormanspa219.com
see ad on page 8
Salon J
Goshen • IN | (574) 971-5229
salonjgoshen.com
see ad on page 57
BRIDAL GOWNS
Elegance Wedding & Evening Wear
Highland • IN | (219) 923-0977
elegancewedding.net
see ad on page 54
Designer Desserts
Valparaiso • IN | (219) 465-0008 designerdessertsbakery.com
see ad on page 58
Martin’s Super Markets
21 Locations • IN | (574) 361-0317 martins-supermarkets.com
see ad on page 49
Sweet-Em’s Cake Shoppe
Goshen • IN | (574) 606-5517 sweetemscakeshoppe.com
see ad on page 42
CATERING
Asparagus
Merrillville • IN | (219) 794-0000 asparagusrestaurant.com
see ad on page 58
Martin’s Super Markets
21 Locations • IN | (574) 361-0317 martins-supermarkets.com
see ad on page 49
Parea
Valparaiso • IN | (219) 510-5428 parearestaurant.com
see ad on page 50
DoubleTree By Hilton
South Bend • IN | (574) 234-2000
doubletree3.hilton.com
see ad on page 39
Four Winds Casino Resort New Buffalo • MI | (269) 926-5219
South Bend • IN | (574) 931-3557
fourwindscasino.com
see ad on page 5
Morris Park Country Club
South Bend • IN | (574) 233-9474 morrisparkcc.com
see ad on page 43
North Shore Event Center Benton Harbor • MI | (269) 934-5667 northshoreeventcenter.com
see ad on page 75
Palais Royale South Bend • IN | (574) 235-5612
palaisroyale.org
see ad on page 20
Parea
Valparaiso • IN | 219) 510-5428
parearestaurant.com
see ad on page 50
Siam Marina
Tinley Park • IL | (708) 407-8829
siammarina.com
see ad on page 58
Signature Banquets
Lowell • IN | (219) 696-7696
Here Comes The Dress
Chesterton • IN | (219) 728-1328
Granger • IN | (574) 345-0702
herecomesthedress.com
see ad on page 12
Lansing Cleaners
Lansing • IL | (708) 474-2459
lansingcleaners.com
see ad on page 24
Simply Yours Bridal Boutique
Granger • IN | (574) 204-2912
simplyyoursbridal.com
see ad on page 39
Something Blue Bridal Boutique
Schererville • IN | (219) 227-8832
somethingbluein.com
see ad on page 49
CAKES & DESSERTS
Bao's Pastry
Valparaiso • IN | (219) 299-8693
baopastry.com
see ad on page 8
Calumet Bakery
Lansing • IL | (708) 895-3700
calumetbakery.com
see ad on page 54
Chicagoland Popcorn
Merrillville • IN | (219) 940-1140
chicagolandpopcorn.com
see ad on page 22
Siam Marina Tinley Park • IN | (708) 407-8829 siammarina.com
see ad on page 58
CEREMONY & RECEPTIONS
Aberdeen Manor Chapel Garden Ballroom
Valparaiso • IN | (219) 465-7130 aberdeenmanor.com
see ad on page 36 & 37
Anderson's Winery
Valparaiso • IN | (219) 464-4936 andersonswinery.com
see ad on page 47
Asparagus Merrillville • IN | (219) 794-0000
asparagusrestaurant.com
see ad on page 58
Briar Ridge Country Club
Schererville • IN | (219) 322-3660
briarridgecc.com
see ad on page 49
Century Center
South Bend • IN | (574) 235-9711
centurycenter.org
see ad on page 69
Country Strong
Goshen • IN | (574) 202-9994
countrystrongevents.com
see ad on page 55
Halls of St George Schererville • IN | (219) 865-9411 hallsofstgeorge.com
see ad on page 22
Inn at Harbor Shores St Joseph • MI | (269) 408-9114 innatharborshores.com
see ad on page 8
Innsbrook Country Club Merrillville • IN | (219) 980-9060
innsbrookcc.com
see ad on page 38
Journeyman Distillery
Three Oaks • MI | (269) 820-2050 Valpo • IN journeyman.com/weddings see ad on page 14
Lighthouse Restaurant & Private Dining
Cedar Lake • IN | (219) 374-9283 cedarlakelighthouse.com
see ad on page 2
Marion Magnolia Farms
Cassopolis • MI | (269) 262-2518 marionmagnoliafarms.com
see ad on page 16
Marquette Park Gary • IN | (219) 938-7362
marquetteparkgary.org
see ad on page 56
Meadow Brook Barn
Goshen • IN | (574) 361-8751 meadowbrookbarn.com
see ad on page 12
signaturebanquets.com
see ad on page 9
Spohn Ballroom
Goshen • IN | (574) 862-2184
spohnballroom.com
see ad on page 4
St Joe Farm Granger • IN | (574) 360-3338
stjoefarm.com
see ad on page 48
The Blue Teal Wakarusa • IN | (574) 862-2184 thebluetealvenue.com
see ad on page 4
The Farmhouse Restaurant at Fair Oaks Farms Fair Oaks • IN | (219) 394-2697 fofarms.com/farmhouse
see ad on page 76
The Hall at Oakland Park Nappanee • IN | (574) 773-1001 oakland-hall.com
see ad on page 57
The Morris Estate
Niles • MI | (269) 684-4443
themorrisestate.com
see ad on page 51
DÉCOR
AAYS Event Rentals
Mishawaka • IN | (574) 256-1110 aaysrental.com
see ad on page 3
Burns Special Events
Mishawaka • IN | (574) 259-4807
burnsrentals.com
see ad on page 26
CLP Events
Merrillville • IN | (219) 940-1140
see ad on page 22
Kim Eldridge Special Events
Northwest • IN | (219) 871-9133
kimeldridgespecialevents.com
see ad on page 8
Merry Me Events
Edwardsburg • MI | (574) 532-5588
merrymeevents.com
see ad on page 24
Unveiled Wedding & Events
Northwest • IN | (219) 512-5620
yourunveiledevent.com
see ad on page 4
DJ'S & MUSIC
Events by ProShow
Mishawaka • IN | (574) 255-1200
proshowdj.com
see ad on page 50
Gaska String Quartet
South Bend • IN | (574) 229-0422
see ad on page 39
Niko's Wine & Dine Music
NWI | (219) 213-4147
see ad on page 42
EVENT RENTALS
AAYS Event Rentals
Mishawaka • IN | (574) 256-1110
aaysrental.com
see ad on page 3
Burns Special Events
Mishawaka • IN | (574) 259-4807
burnsrentals.com
see ad on page 26
Crown Party Rentals
Crown Point • IN | (219) 661-3866
crownpartyrentals.com
see ad on page 68
FINANCE & INSURANCE
Edward Jones
John Beck
Elkhart • IN | (574) 389-8616
edwardjones.com
see ad on page 74
FLORAL
Burns Special Events
Mishawaka • IN | (574) 259-4807 burnsrentals.com
see ad on page 26
Dixon's Florist
Munster • IN | (219) 836-1668 dixonsfloristandweddings.com
see ad on page 9
Interior Gardens
Granger • IN | (575) 825-3363 interior-gardens.com
see ad on page 13
Kristina Lynn Floral
Schererville • IN | (219) 865-8663 kristinalynnfloral.com
see ad on page 42
La Petite Fleuriste
Crown Point • IN | (219) 308-9161
lpf-design.com
see ad on page 57
Martin’s Super Markets
21 Locations • IN | (574) 361-0317
martins-supermarkets.com
see ad on page 49
Matzke Florist
Elkhart • IN | (574) 293-5657
matzkeflorist.com
see ad on page 54
Merry Me Events
Edwardsburg • MI | (574) 532-5588
merrymeevents.com
see ad on page 24
Poppies
South Bend • IN | (574) 243-5703
see ad on page 68
Snapdragon Designs
Mishawaka • IN | (574) 276-6199
snapdragon-designs.com
see ad on page 16
Unveiled Wedding & Events
Northwest • IN | (219) 512-5620
yourunveiledevent.com
see ad on page 4
HOTEL & ACCOMMODATIONS
DoubleTree By Hilton
South Bend • IN | (574) 234-2000
doubletree3.hilton.com
see ad on page 39
Four Winds Casino Resort
New Buffalo • MI | (269) 926-5219
South Bend • IN | (574) 931-3557
fourwindscasino.com
see ad on page 5
Inn at Harbor Shores
St Joseph • MI | (269) 408-9114
innatharborshores.com
see ad on page 8
INVITATIONS
Merry Me Events
Edwardsburg • MI | (574) 532-5588
merrymeevents.com
see ad on page 24
MENSWEAR
Dunhill Tuxedo
Highland • IN | (219) 923-6446
Merrillville • IN | (219) 769-7471
dunhilltuxedos.com
see ad on page 9
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louiestuxshop.com
see ad on page 25
PHOTOGRAPHY
JB Photography
Nappanee • IN | (574) 221-1044
photography-jb.com
see ad on page 12
Matt & Jaymi Photography
Hobart • IN | (219) 973-9041
mattandjaymi.com
see ad on page 14
Monica Z Photography
Michigan City • IN | (219) 229-0796
monicazphotography.com
see ad on page 24
Shane Cleminson Photography
Highland • IN | (219) 670-5268
shanecleminson.com
see ad on page 3
TRANSPORTATION
Epic Limo
Valparaiso • IN | (219) 462-5466
epiclimoinc.com
see ad on page 58
WEDDING PLANNING
Kim Eldridge Special Events
Northwest • IN | (219) 871-9133
kimeldridgespecialevents.com
see ad on page 8
Merry Me Events
Edwardsburg • MI | (574) 532-5588
merrymeevents.com
see ad on page 24
SHEdesigns
Northwest • IN | (219) 508-9451 see ad on page 16
Unveiled Wedding & Events Northwest • IN | (219) 512-5620
yourunveiledevent.com
see ad on page 4