getting started::picking your wedding date

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I know there are a lot of 2010 brides out there that are just getting started on planning, so this week we will do a whole series on kick-starting your wedding planning! First up, picking your wedding date! Picking a date can be very exciting. Often, couple’s...

the perfect venue for your 2010 wedding in southwest michigan

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I love that Southwest Michigan has some amazing wedding venues. From barns to vineyards to elegant historical buildings, the lake shore area has a lot to offer to brides looking to plan an amazing Michigan wedding. However, just a word to the wise that these venues...

signature drinks for your michigan wedding::part 2

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To follow up to yesterday’s post, I wanted to share some cocktail recipes you could use for your wedding! These are just a few I like, but feel free to use any drink you love! (Left to Right::Grapefruit Gimlet, Key Lime Margarita and Royal Blush) Grapefruit...

signature drinks for your michigan wedding

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Offering signature cocktails at your wedding is a great way to infuse your personality into your wedding reception! There are a few approaches you can take to this when selecting your drinks. His & Hers::Choose a bride’s drink and groom’s drink to...

vendor meet-up::carrie miles photography

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Last Wednesday I had the pleasure of meeting a fun group of wedding professionals when I attended an MWEP meeting in Kalamazoo.  I’m happy to showcase one of those lovely ladies today! Carrie Miles and her husband Dave are a husband and wife photography team,...

shoes with style for your wedding day

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There are a lot of ways to infuse your personal style into your wedding and you don’t want to  forget about the small details like your shoes! Whether they’re colored, crystal encrusted or traditional, your shoes can be a fun way to add a little flavor to...