Making Your Day Special Wedding Suppliers in West Michigan

| by Revue Staff

It’s hard to know where to start planning our wedding, when there are so many choices to make, and so many options to choose from in West Michigan.

From venues to caterers, bridal shops and beyond, it’s a lot to think about. While we don’t claim to be the leading wedding authority by any means, we like to think we have pretty good taste, so here’s Revue’s guide to just a few of the great options for making your special day the best it can be.

VENUES

FRAUENTHAL CENTER | 425 West Western Ave., Muskegon | frauenthal.org This historic building and its beautiful facilities are the perfect backdrop to your special occasion, with multiple venues to choose from. You can even have your reception onstage, if you’d like!

THE HIGH FIVE | 19 LaGrave Ave. SE, Grand Rapids | thehighfivegr.com This expansive, beautifully renovated loft space exemplifies the best in “old world meets new.” High, wood-beamed ceilings, large windows, hardwood floors, exposed brick, and no pillars.

GRAND RAPIDS DOWNTOWN MARKET

435 Ionia Ave. SW, Grand Rapids | downtownmarketgr.com Get married in the market’s gorgeous greenhouse, where lush plants surround you with soft, natural light during the day and gorgeous city views at night. Or go with the more classic banquet room.

THE CHENEY PLACE | 1600 Monroe Ave., Grand Rapids | thecheneyplace.com One of the most beloved venues in town for many reasons. Have the entire wedding (ceremony and reception) in one “urban meets vintage meets modern” warehouse space with frosted windows and vintage furniture.

GREENCREST MANOR | 6174 Halbert Road, Battle Creek | greencrestmanor.com In enchanting woods outside of Battle Creek lies Greencrest, a European-style venue with cascading ivy, sprawling gardens, a wrought-iron gate and more. It radiates warmth and historical opulence.

CATERERS

STREET CHEF SHAW | streetchefshaw.com Street tacos, quesadillas and nachos inspired by the traditional Hispanic Birria Soup, with a Swahili infusion. There’s nothing quite like Street Chef Shaw’s interactive catering experience, and the food will please even the pickiest eater.

RISE AUTHENTIC BAKING CO. | riseauthenticbaking.com Gluten-free, vegan, soy free, dye free—Rise Authentic Baking has delicious baked goods for everyone, and that includes cakes, cupcakes, donuts, brownies and more.

TWO SCOTTS BARBECUE | twoscottsbbq.com Some of the best barbecue around (or anywhere), Two Scotts is a true crowdpleaser. Pulled pork, brisket, burnt ends, mac and cheese, coleslaw—they have it all.

PIZZA PARLIAMENT FOOD TRUCK | pizzaparliament.com Everyone loves pizza, and this food truck has plenty of it. There’s basic personal pizzas alongside politically named specialty pizzas like the Bernie Scrambles, a breakfast pie.

PARTAGE | experiencepartage.com Formerly known as Everyday Chef and Wife, these chefs use organic, local ingredients to create unique and special dishes with a more hands-on approach. They want to reinvent how catering is typically thought of.

BRIDAL BOUTIQUES

RC CAYLAN ATELIER | 1876 Breton RD. SE., Grand Rapids | rccaylan.com RC Caylan’s wide array of creations ranges from fashionable red-carpet gowns, bridal gowns, bridal entourage wears and even men’s suits. This company is dedicated to giving each client a one-of-a-kind outfit that matches their personal style and aesthetic.

TRUE SOCIETY | 4265 28th St., Kentwood | truesociety.com True Society offers a plethora of award-winning designer dresses for you to try on. Custom designed, spacious fitting rooms, and stunning wedding dresses that speak to the soul.

RENEE AUSTIN WEDDING

1555 Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids | reneeaustinwedding.com A powerhouse in the West Michigan wedding industry, Renee Austin is known for an intimate backdrop, personable staff, and an exclusive collection of elegant, glamours and chic gowns.

BIANKA BRIDAL | 125 Ottawa Ave. NW, Grand Rapids | biankabridal.com This boutique is full-service, family owned, and fueled by love. Their passion is to create an experience you will remember as the highlight of your wedding planning process; the day you found the gown of your dreams.

MEMORIES BRIDAL | 203 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo | dresslikeyou.com At Memories, dedicated bridal stylists work one on one with each bride, giving you the attention you deserve and helping you find the dress perfect for you. They learn about your personality, style, wedding dreams, and what makes you feel your most beautiful.

WEDDING PLANNERS

LET’S HAVE A BASH | mi-bash.com Day-of coordination, month-of coordination, concept design and execution, website design—Let’s Have a Bash does it all. They were voted top spot for event planners in Revue’s very own Best of the West for good reason!

TANYA LYNNETTE EVENTS | tanyalynnetteevents.com Tanya Lynnette’s team is a healthy split of analytical and creative, working in both color wheels and spreadsheets. The TLE team has 24 years of experience in coordination and planning events, and perhaps more importantly, they love to celebrate diversity and specialize in LGBTQ+ marriages.

PAPER HAT WEDDINGS | paperhatweddings.com If you’re most stressed about the actual day of the wedding, Paper Hat specializes in day-of coordination, working with you to make sure the details come together and the big day runs smoothly.

7TH ON LINCOLN | 7thonlincoln.com

From elopements to one-time consultations, day-of coordination and full-scale wedding planning, 7th on Lincoln does whatever you need.

RSVP EVENTS | events-by-rsvp.com People love Adrien and her team at RSVP events, as they have over 15 years of experience, so you know they’ll think of every little detail and are equipped to deal with whatever unexpected challenges life throws your way. ■