Weddings In Indiana | Spring 2020

Weddings IN INDIANA

A TIMELESS DIGITAL WEDDING MAGAZINE / ISSUE 02 / APRIL 2020

INSIDE: 84+ PAGES OF BEAUTIFUL INDIANA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY - EXPERT WEDDING TIPS - THE LATEST WEDDING TRENDS -

ON THE COVER:

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Photos by Rakoteet Photography

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Contents

+ INSPIRE. PLAN. WED. +

008 + EVERY ISSUE + 05: CD'S LETTER 32: ON THE COVER 40: PLANNING TIMELINE 77: VENDOR DIRECTORY 81: ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS + WEDDINGS + 42: REAL WEDDING DIRECTORY

Be sure to check out our Planning Checklist! Pg 40-41!

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032 + STYLED+ 08: SEASONS OF ELEGANCE AT THE WILDS

Photos by Jordan Leffel Photography

15: AN INTIMATE EARLY WINTER STYLED SHOOT Photos by New Adventure Productions

We love our community of Indiana Wedding Vendors you see recommended throughout these pages. If you're a vendor and want to get involved, email us at advertise@weddingsinindiana.com

040 + EXPERT ADVICE + 21: PLANNER SPOTLIGHT | VIDA EVENTS Photos by Alicia Bruce + Kimberly Florence

25: HOW TO KEEP YOUR BRIDAL SPACE ORGANIZED ON YOUR WEDDING DAY 29: THE DIFFERENCE: WEDDING PLANNER VS. WEDDING COORDINATOR Photo credits: flowers - Jordan Leffel Photography | bride & bridesmaids & toasting flutes - Rakoteet Photography

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Weddings In Indiana is digitally published biannually. Content changes for the April and October issues. Copyright © 2020, Love Dove Group, LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of the publication without the express written consent of the publishers is prohibited. All information contained in this magazine is believed to be correct but Weddings In Indiana cannot and will not be held liable for the quality or performance of goods and services provided by the advertising companies.

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+ letter from the + PUBLISHER THIS ISSUE IS DEDICATED TO MAKING CHERISHED MEMORIES...

As those relationships grow, so does your love for one another.

The people you share your life with, or peruse this issue with, are going to be there for you as an engaged couple, supporting and encouraging you through the exciting ups and downs of wedding planning. I hope our helpful articles, incredible wedding ideas, and one stop shop for Indiana Wedding Professionals make it all the more enjoyable to be in this Thank YOU for snagging another issue of

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Styled IMAGE FROM SEASONS OF THE WILDS

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Seasons of Elegance at The Wilds

BY COURTNEY HILL WITH ALISON BALLMAN PHOTOS BY JORDAN LEFFEL PHOTOGRAPHY

As the event planner and stylist for this shoot, it was an absolute joy to work with this team of vendors. This truly showcases of all the vendors' respective talents and skills.

We wanted to portray a timeless event. One that was intimate and inviting; genuine and marked with a humble elegance. Utilizing a backdrop like The Wilds made it a dream to style.

In the styling and design process, I played off the white shiplap walls, the carefully curated furniture pieces, the hand painted mural by Creative In Bloom, and the wood hues from the handcrafted farmhouse tables. We held the shoot in early October, which inspired our color palette of dusty blues, soft Terra Cotta, and pops of dark burgundy. To warm the table, I pulled in pieces of gold in the plating and silverware to tie together with the stunning centerpieces that For The Beauty Floral created.

We collaborated with Farmhouse Cakes for a stacked naked cake with soft gold details. What Alison created was a perfect match to the overall design and style of the shoot. Styling the flat lays was inspired by the thought and detail that went into the invitation suite created by Bloom and Brush Designs. I utilized all the colors of our palette as well as different textures to provide depth and dimension. Jordan Leffel Photography captured our complete depth of feeling, compassion for our respective crafts, and everything we wanted to portray in this shoot.

Jordan brought every piece of this shoot together and presented it in the most beautiful and timeless way, inviting the viewer in and inspiring them through picture.

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From Alison of Farmhouse Cakes: "I was particularly inspired by the natural elements and the modern rustic feel of The Wilds. Flowy, neutral linens gave the inspiration behind the golden lattice buttercream details over a semi-naked tiered cake, allowing for a classic and modern rustic feel. Our florist Dani of For The Beauty Floral, had a vision for her floral pieces to adorn the cake and together, we made her vision come to fruition."

FEATURED VENDORS WEDDING VENUE //

THE WILDS WEDDINGS & EVENTS VENUE

CAKE ARTIST //

FARMHOUSE CAKES, LLC

Other Local Vendors: Brush & Bloom Designs * Courtney Hill Event Planning * For The Beauty Floral * Jordan Leffel Photography

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Photo // Tiny Mum Photography

Crafting your day, your way Specializing in Day-Of Coordination. We value the importance of making every moment of your wedding day a cherished memory.

Bloomington and Southern Indiana Wedding Day Coordinator

512-914-4264 // hello@dovetailweddings.com // @dovetailweddings

AN INTIMATE EARLY WINTER STYLED SHOOT AT NEW JOURNEY FARMS

PHOTOS BY NEW ADVENTURE PRODUCTIONS

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Nate, with New Adventure Productions, has been a fan favorite with his beautiful submissions. When he sent this wonderful winter styled shoot at Tippecanoe County’s newest wedding and events venue, New Journey Farms, we had to share with you all. Styling your wedding by accenting what your venue already offers is what this shoot encompasses.

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New Journey Farms had a sit down with New Adventure Productions about their favorite vendors in the area to work with and who best reflects the venues customer service. Those vendors were invited to come out and participate in the shoot. A lot of talent and experience in one place!

We love the high ceilings and dual statement staircase that can be so beautifully decorated but also just gorgeous enough on its own!

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OTHER LOCAL VENDORS Venue: New Journey Farms Wedding Photography: New Adventure Productions Hair: Shelby Reichart Hair Makeup: Makeup by Marie Dress: La Caperucita Florals: Honey and Sage Flower Studio Invitations: Interprintations Event design: Wilson Events by Design DJ: Audio Inferno Cake: Something Blue Bakery Sweets: Sweet Revolution Bake Shop Catering: Above All Catering Transportation: Loaded Transportation Company Photobooth: Kaylynn Hamstra Photography

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Farmhouse Cakes SOUTHERN INDIANA CAKE DESIGN

BLOOMINGTON, IN | 812-361-8884 ALISON@FARMHOUSECAKESIN.COM | WWW.FARMHOUSECAKESIN.COM

PHOTO // OPEN FIELD PHOTOGRAPHY

ExpertAdvice IMAGE FROM PLANNER SPOTLIGHT: VIDA EVENTS

PLANNER SPOTLIGHT:

VIDA EVENTS PHOTOS BY KIMBERLY FLORENCE & ALICIA BRUCE

Spring Fling at Tranquility Farm PHOTOGRAPHER: ALICIA BRUCE // FLORIST: CRAFTED STEMS CO. // VENUE: TRANQUILITY FARM // HAIR: TRESS STYLES // MAKEUP:LAURA HENDERSON // STATIONARY: LETTERS BY BECCA // RENTALS: BLUE RIDGE VINTAGE AFFAIRS // VINTAGE RUGS: DISTRICT LOOM // RECEPTION TABLE: LOCAL WOOD // CAKE: SCOUTS BAKESHOP // JEWELRY & HAIRPIECE: THOMAS KNOELL // WEDDING DRESS: MODCLOTH // BRIDESMAID DRESS: VIRGINIA DARE DRESS CO. City Winery | Gillian + Nathan, Washington D.C. Wedding Photographer: Kimberly Florence Photography // Flowers - Olive Events & Floral // Music - Hesson Entertainment // Cake - Buttercream Bakeshop // Rentals - Drape Kings // Transportation - Fleet Transportation, LLC. // Dress: Eddy K // Bridesmaids: Dessy Group // Bridal Shoes: Badgley Mischka // Crown: Brides & Hairpins // Rings: Bride: Blue Nile, Groom- Thorsten // Hair Stylist: VyVy Pham // Makeup Artist: Valerie Hammer

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UNIQUELY CREATED We are putting the SPOTLIGHT on Vida Events and their "uniquely created, perfectly planned" style. Megan and Maria have been friends for years, learning the ins and outs of the wedding industry through wedding catering and wedding and floral design before perfectly teaming up to form Vida Events. The name "Vida" stems from Megan's Italian background and Maria's Peruvian background, meaning "life" in both languages. We love this duo and their skills. We are featuring a creatively vibrant styled shoot and a real wedding--both designed and planned by Vida Events.

Photos // Alicia Bruce

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PERFECTLY PLANNED "There are so many amazing elements that make a wedding day, but I think making it uniquely yours is my favorite challenge. Whether it be a signature cocktail you had from a trip with your fiancĂŠ, to your fur babies on your invitations or being your ring bearers!"

- Megan, Vida Events

Vida Events' approach and style always leans towards relaxation. "We love all designs and ideas, but always want our couples to feel like planning their wedding was a walk in the park." Clearly from these images, you can see they are experts at bringing your day together.

"Be in the moment of being engaged to each other, all the little details will fall into place. That's why we're here!" - Vida Events

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How To Keep Your Bridal Space Organized On Your Wedding Day ORGANIZATION IS KEY FOR EVERY WEDDING DAY. WE ARE SHARING SOME HELPFUL TIPS ON KEEPING YOUR BRIDAL SPACE TIDY AND ORGANIZED FROM BEGINNING TO END ON YOUR WEDDING DAY.

by Amanda-Lynn Porta

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What is a "Bridal Space?"

A Bridal space is the immediate space or room the bride and her bridal party are occupying. Venues have bridal suites, or getting ready rooms, where a bridal party can be with all their belongings. Enjoying mimosas during hair and makeup leads to great times and laughs.

Sometimes, the room begins to look like you signed a 12-month lease instead of a few hours!

Space can get limited. This leads to piles of clothes, hairbrushes, glasses, undergarments, purses, bags, shoes, socks and anything else ladies bring with them to get ready for special events. The last thing you want to look back on are the beautiful images of you and the piles of stuff around you.

For easy grab-n-go clean up at the end of the night, here are some helpful tips to stay organized throughout the day:

1. Ask about storage space for belongings Some venues provide a room with cubbies or a closet with hangers and shelves. In the event that your venue has a beautiful space but is limited on storage, make sure to inform your bridal party and suggest they limit what they bring.

2. Garment bags If you know you will only have hanging space in your venue for personal belongings, consider purchasing garment bags for you and the bridal party. You can find elegant ones on

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Amazon. They can be used as part of the bridal party gift too! This will help eliminate excess items if they only bring what will fit in the garment bag. Then, when it's time to tidy up before walking down the aisle, they put their things in the garment bag, ready to grabn-go later at the end of the night!

3. Plastic Totes To go into the day prepared, inform the bridal party that all their belongings they bring must fit into a plastic tote. You probably already have some around the house. They are easy to load in, easy to store, and discreet, and easy to load out at the end of the night. Plus all the bridal party phones and other personal belongings can be placed in the tote for your ceremony--a little extra security.

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4. Delegate tidying to your bridal party You're the bride, you shouldn't be lifting a finger on your wedding day. Your photographer, hair and makeup stylists, although they will move what they need to, shouldn't have to tidy either. They focus on getting the glam on and capturing candid moments  you want.  Instead, kindly delegate to your MOH or bridal party to make sure your background space is "photo ready" (this may calm jitters for some brides too!)

This may be something that you didn't think about before you landed here. Wedding Days are exciting, memorable and hectic leading up to the "I Dos." Hopefully, these tips help you prepare you and your bridal party for great selfies throughout your day and quick easy clean up at the end of the night!

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THE DIFFERENCE: WEDDING PLANNER VS. WEDDING COORDINATOR REAL WEDDING PHOTOS FROM DOVETAIL WEDDINGS Other Vendors: Lisha Wang Photography * Garre Winery

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Lisha Wang Photography

Planning your wedding has become more accessible than ever in recent years. Millennials have come to age where they are getting engaged and planning their weddings during the Era of Information. With that, we see a ton of DIY weddings come across our submissions team. With all the accessibility of information, we would love to throw our two cents into the ring and share with you our true insight into bringing your ideal Pinterest board wedding dreams into a spectacular Wedding Day Reality. The bottom line--the need for either a Wedding Planner or a Wedding Day Coordinator

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There is a difference.

A Wedding Planner is there for the couple from the beginning. They help you set up and stick to your wedding budget, are involved in the wedding design process and floral design suggestions, and will bring you back to task with your wedding styling per season, venue and budget. Your planner will receive and negotiate vendor contracts, attend tastings, and arrange meetings, photo shoots, walk-throughs and fittings. Planners help arrange your rehearsal and are event coordinating your whole wedding day. By the end of your wedding planning, you have the potential of having a lasting friendship with how closely you can work with your planner!

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But what's a Wedding Day Coordinator?

A Wedding Day Coordinator differs from a planner as they step in closer to the wedding date. Generally this is after you have secured your vendors yourself, purchased all your decor or design elements, sent out wedding invitations, and are just about to begin confirming with your wedding vendors. If you have done most of the heavy lifting, you can feel confident in handing over your self-planned wedding to a professional Wedding Coordinator a few weeks before the wedding day. Your Wedding Coordinator will be there on the wedding day, executing your DIY items and event coordinating. There is value in having either/or. Each one is beneficial for you and your wedding day and is a gift that keeps on giving if the perfect Planner or Coordinator is chosen.

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Amongst

the Vines An elegant spring, vineyard wedding captured by Rakoteet Photography

KATIE & JUSTIN // CONGRATULATIONS TO THE ANDERSONS ON THEIR WEDDING!

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The search for this cover feature was highly anticipated amongst the submissions team. We recieved several submissions and we decided we were looking for a REAL WEDDING to give it a little switch up. Styled shoots are amazing as they showcase the talent and limitless possibilities a couple can envision for their wedding when you have an incredible vendor team, BUT--this wedding is Pinterest dreams coming to life.

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Finely Creek Vineyards has a rustic yet elegant touch and clearly didn't need excessive decor to bring that luxury feel to life!

Eucalyptus greenery table runners make the elegant all-white linen design pop on the head table.

With pillowy, white florals in the bouquets against Katie's perfectly fitted sheath wedding gown, this gorgeous bridal look was complete with a crown- placed veil.

FEATURED VENDOR W E D D I N G P H O T O G R A P Y / / RAKOTEET PHOTOGRAPHY

Finley Creek Vineyards * Graceful Hands Floral Design * Taylor’s Bakery * We Are The Travelers * DJ Steve * True Colors HMU * Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering * Pronovias * David’s Bridal * Shane Co. * Manly Bands * Louie’s Tux Shop * Broad Ripple Party Bus

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Joelle Elizabeth Photography

Bret & Brandie Photography

Rakoteet Photography

Christa Hitchcock Photography

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REcently Engaged?

Newly Engaged? It's such an exciting time, but the thrill and shininess of your ring-adorned left hand comes with a whole new set of anxieties--planning your perfect wedding! If you have no clue where to start, we have compiled a planning timeline to help keep you on task.

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12 + MONTHS OUT

8-10 MONTHS OUT

Celebrate your engagement!

Discuss your wedding vision together Discuss the Wedding Budget Pick a wedding season/month Hire a wedding planner Secure your venue

Schedule gown shopping Meet with Planner about design Choose and propose to your Wedding Party Set up your gift registry Reserve Guest Room Blocks Secure these vendors: Photo // Video // Florals // DJ-Muscians

2-3 MONTHS OUT

1 MONTH OUT

Attend Shower Rent/order Groom+Groomsmen Attire Mail Invitations Finalize these items: Menu // Flowers // Favors

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Final Dress Fittings Confirm Vendors and Wedding Weekend Itinerary Finalize playlists for ceremony, Special Dance songs Print Programs

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will help jumpstart your planning and stay on task! ve vendor contacts, inspiration and wedding tips easily!

6-7 MONTHS OUT Order invitations Send Save-The-Dates Choose and order Bridesmaids dresses Secure these vendors: Officiant // Travel Agent

3 WEEKS OUT Get Marriage License Review RSVPs and follow up when needed Turn in Final Guest Count Finalize Seating Chart Print Place Cards

4-5 MONTHS OUT Attend cake tastings Finish shower guest list for hostess Plan Rehearsal Dinner Gown fittings Secure these vendors: Cake Artist // Hair+Make Up//Day-Of Coordinator

1 WEEK OUT Press Gown Retrieve Formalwear Arrange for out of town guests' transports from airport Prep gratuities for Vendors

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Autumm Howell Photography

Summer Jasmine Photography

Rose Courts Photography

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Indiana New Adventure Productions

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REAL WEDDING

Directory Morgan + Cory

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Emily + Brooks

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Brittany + Bryan

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Cassie + Dan

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Delaney + Patrick

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Ashley + Christopher

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Maureen + Ben

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Anna + Nicolas

pg. 72

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PRESENTING: THE FOREMANS

Morgan & Cory October 11th, 2019

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edding planning advice from Morgan, the bride: "Wedding Planning can be incredibly stressful.

There is so much to do especially as the day gets closer. My best piece of wedding planning advice is to surround yourself with incredible vendors that you connect with and trust. I worked really hard to find vendors with warm hearts that really understood what I wanted for the day. It came together more beautifully than we ever could have imagined. The best part was that Cory and I never had to worry or stress about anything on the big day. We just got to relax, have fun, and get hitched! It even poured down rain the whole day and dropped 20 degrees that afternoon. The ceremony had to be moved inside, but we had no worries that it would come together and be the most beautiful celebration."

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Lizton Wedding // Wedding Colors: Rust, Wine, Mauve, Teal, Copper Local Vendors: Lillian Rose Photography * The Barn at Kennedy Farms * Solstice Floral Design * Charlie Garwood * Grapevine DJs * Sweet & Savory Catering * Jordan Fultz * Makeup by Summer * Erica Foit * Ivory Lane * Sophia’s Bridal Tux and Prom * Brad Mitchell Music

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PRESENTING: THE GERKES

Emily + Brooks July 13, 2019

E mily and Brooks were one of our FIRST engagement sessions we ever shared on Weddings In indiana.

Courtney, with Rose Courts Photography, quickly became a talent to tab for us. With that in mind, we were so honored she shared this sweet couple's wedding day months after their engagement session. We love the honor to be able to see from the outside our couples that are shared with us, from engagement session through wedding day!

Brooks surprised Emily with an afternoon proposal with "the prettiest ring I had ever seen," according to Emily. We 100% agree and the love the three stone wedding ring Brooks chose for her.

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FEATURED VENDOR wedding photography: ROSE COURTS PHOTOGRAPHY

Fort Wayne Wedding // Wedding Colors: Quartz, Mauve Local Vendors: Blush Beauty + Bridal Boutique * Broadway Christian Church * Parkview Field * Louie's Tux Shop * The Gown Shop Perrysburg * David's Bridal WEDDINGSININDIANA.COM // 51

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PRESENTING: THE HAKENJOS

Brittany & Bryan November 3, 2018

T his vintage-inspired wedding came together at an Old Town Hall in Huntingburg. The intimacy of

their ceremony vows to their fun-filled reception was kept to their tight-knit community of family and friends. With fall making way to winter, they selected burgundy and dark greens for their palette.

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Huntingburg Wedding // Wedding Colors: burgundy, Dark Green Summer Jasmine Photography * Huntingburg Old Town Hall * Ella Park Bridal * Essense Of Australia * Azazie * Makeup By Ali Kermode * DJ Rerum * Men's Wearhouse

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PRESENTING: THE JONESES

Cassie & Dan September 29, 2018

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he sentiment that Cassie and Dan incorporated into their wedding day had wells of tears in our eyes. The couple planned their fall wedding in Wabash, Indiana—Cassie's childhood stomping grounds.

Their number one focus for their wedding planning was to "marry their best friend" while having an exceptionally fun party came second. From the little touches of Cassie carrying the same wedding clutch her mother carried on her wedding day, to the First Look with held back waterworks and a beautiful NEW bracelet from her future husband, a special pre-aisle waltz father daughter moment, tears of happiness from her husband at the altar, and her uncle officiating, its safe to say THIS is true #weddinggoals.

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Wabash Wedding // Wedding Colors: shades of violet and pink Autumn Howell Photography * Charley Creek Gardens * Charley Creek Inn * Dream to Reality Cakes * Pin-Up Curls * Ellen’s Bridal and Dress Boutique

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PRESENTING: THE LITTLEJOHNS

Delaney & Patrick October 25, 2019

F or her wedding with Patrick, Delaney knew what she wanted and always was on top of her wedding

planning. Patrick was the quiet support that complimented that. Delaney and her wonderful mother, Dessa, arranged all her vendors and with a little help and direction from her coordinator, Dovetail Weddings, all the decor for the day. She wanted elegance and sophistication with a historic venue right on the Downtown Square of Bloomington, Indiana.

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FEATURED VENDORS wedding coordinator: DOVETAIL WEDDINGS cake artist: FARMHOUSE CAKES Bloomington Wedding // Wedding Colors: Champagne, Dark Blues, Pinks Local Vendors: Cory Harbour Photography * Fountain Square Ballroom * Terry’s Catering * Blessinger Entertainment * WOW Factors Indy * Sophia’s Bridal Tux & Prom * Hayley Paige WEDDINGSININDIANA.COM // 63

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PRESENTING: THE PETERSONS

Ashley & Christopher November 3, 2018

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shley and Chris became husband and wife after ten and a half years together! The two met while they were in high school and became sweethearts. Those close to them can't imagine one being without the other. Victoria Rayburn Photography is a friend of theirs and was honored to capture their wedding day! From the photographer: "I don't think I've ever been to a wedding where so few people are sitting because just about ALL of Chris and Ashley's guests were on the dance floor and clearly loving it (props to DJ Chad Wynn)! Their wedding at the Jasper County Fairgrounds in Rensselaer, Indiana is certainly one that will be remembered!" - Victoria Rayburn Photography

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Lizton Wedding // Wedding Colors: Green, Whites, Neutrals Victoria Rayburn Photography * Candace Anderson Photography * Lafayette Limo * DJ Chad Wynn * Shear Madness by Paige * Changes Salon * David's Bridal * Something Blue Bridal * Mammaw's Sweet Shoppe * Lafayette Flower Shoppe & Gifts * Gatherings Wedding and Party Rentals * Jasper Country Fairgrounds * Grace Lutheran Church

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PRESENTING: THE WALLSES

Maureen & Ben July 27, 2019

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f you’ve been following Weddings In Indiana for a while, you’ve already seen this serendipitous couple. Their background of living less than 50 miles apart growing up, going to Purdue University at the same time, but not meeting until they moved cross-country to California, hit us in all the Nicholas Sparks feels. The Wallses got married in Indiana. With bohemian cool California vibes, gorgeous succulents, elegant but modern dresses, and a hit DJ that kept the dance floor grooving all night, this couple enjoyed the perfect wedding day. From the photographer: “Their wedding and marriage to one another was the perfect blend of their personalities, interests, and families.” - Nate, New Adventure Productions

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Lafayette Wedding // Wedding Colors: pale teal, Whites, Neutrals New Adventure Productions * Louie’s Tux Shop * Fowler House Mansion * Marie Gabriel Couture * Nameless Catering * Bernadette’s Barbershop * Legs and Lashes * Epicenter Entertainment

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PRESENTING: THE ZAKS

Anna & Nicolas October 6, 2018

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Allison Enyeart, of Fort Wayne, Indiana is to be married to Sean Griesdorn, of Lima, Ohio. Ms. Enyeart and Mr. Griesdorn became engaged around Christmas time 2018 and are planning a Spring wedding for 2020

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Amanda + Skyler Amanda Reed, of Angola, Indiana is to be married to Skyler Slone, of Angola, Indiana. Ms. Reed is blessed to be a stay at home mother and homemaker while Mr. Slone is a Master Technician at Bill's Towing & Repair. A wedding at The Old Mill Village in Fremont, Indiana is being planned for August 2020.

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Erika + Conner Erika Weidenmiller, of Long Grove, Illinois is to be married to Conner Sheehan, of Monroeville, Indiana. Ms. Weidenmiller is a 6th grade elementary teacher while Mr. Sheehan is employed at railroad logistics company, Bunge. 'We have two adorable fur babies, Binx and Belle, who have shared our special memories like our engagement in this very picture. Conner got down on one knee after this picture was taken, right before we left our home to attend a Luke Bryan concert.' - Erika. A Fort Wayne Fall wedding is being planned for 2020.

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Kylee + Austin Kylee Jones, of Bloomington, Indiana is to be married to Austin Robinson, of Huntington, Indiana. Ms. Jones is a student at Purdue University, graduating in May 2020 with a Degree in Animal Sciences. Mr. Robinson is a full-time corn & soybean Farmer. The couple recently became engaged on a snowy Colorado mountaintop and enjoy hanging out in the farrowing house with the sows and piglets. A Bloomington fall wedding is being planned for 2020.

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