The cocktail hour began at the Veranda at the Whitcomb, and because the bandshell across the street was hosting a concert for another hour, we decided not to fight it with our own cocktail music, and enjoyed the playings of the jazz band that drifted in.  The bar served homemade Sangria made by the brides father (I’m told it was fabulous!) and mojitos, some of the couples favorites. A candy bar  boasted from-scratch goods by the bride and her mother, including homemade rice krispie treats, marshmallows, popcorn balls and caramels, complete with adorable tags and monogrammed bags for the guests to fill and take home. A delicious dinner was served family-style by CK Catering, and as always, it tasted phenomenal and the service was wonderful!

Each table was named after a dance–the rhumba, the cha cha, the running man— complete with a graphic of the footwork to go with it.  Beautiful white paper lanterns were hung across the Veranda, and the tables were adorned with beautiful gray linens and a trio centerpiece of handrangea, snapdragons and succulents in sleek white modern vases.  Such a beautiful, special day—thanks to Brittany+Hachem and their families for allowing us to share in it! I will post some professional photos from their fabulous photographer Miriam Doan when they’re ready!

MORE MICHIGAN WEDDINGS BY STELLA EVENT DESIGN:

Megan+Greg at Mill Creek Barns in Watervliet, Southwest Michigan

Lisa+Bart at the Blue Dress Barn in Millburg, Southwest Michigan

Yana+Brannon at Shadowland Pavilion and The Heritage Center in St. Joseph, Michigan

Kate+Mitch at Shadowland Pavilion and The Heritage Center in St. Joseph, Michigan

Stefanie+Jim at Santaniello’s and Weko Beach in Bridgman, Michigan

Jessica+Bryan’s beach wedding and reception at The Veranda at the Whitcomb in St. Joseph, Michigan

I love getting invitations from our clients—it makes me all the more excited about their upcoming weddings! Brittany+Hachem, who are tying the knot on September 19th, are both graphic designers, so of course I was extra excited to see what they came up with for their wedding stationery! My first peek was the Save the Dates for their destination wedding. Too cute! I absolutely love the fun approach they took—so appropriate for the fun and modern wedding they are planning!

Last month, I received the invitation, and I enclosed a snippet of it, above, but the tri fold invitation is absolutely amazing—they did a fantastic job of keeping everything cohesive and consistent in the style. The “dancing kids” image was used on the invitation, on the back of the envelopes, as well as the Response cards! They tied in their monogram throughout the inviation, even including it on their mailing labels! This couple did a great job of choosing details and decor that fit with their style, and I can’t wait to see it all come together on the 19th!

MORE MICHIGAN WEDDINGS BY STELLA EVENT DESIGN:

• Megan+Greg at Mill Creek Barns in Watervliet, Southwest Michigan
• Lisa+Bart at the Blue Dress Barn in Millburg, Southwest Michigan
• Yana+Brannon at Shadowland Pavilion and The Heritage Center in St. Joseph, Michigan
• Kate+Mitch at Shadowland Pavilion and The Heritage Center in St. Joseph, Michigan
• Stefanie+Jim at Santaniello’s and Weko Beach in Bridgman, Michigan