A huge trend in wedding dresses, and formal wear, is the corset! Whether it is an internal corset or external, they are so great to hug you in, save you on alterations, and give you the perfect fit for your wedding dress! We get asked all the time about the...
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5 Ways to Incorporate Blush Into Your Wedding
Blush seems to be a popular trend for weddings these days! The subdued but dainty color has been winning the hearts of future brides this year. From showing hints of blush in a wedding dress to using it as a major accent color to your big day, blush is definitely...
Why you should include your Furry Friend on your wedding day!
Weddings: Why You Should Include Your Furry Friend Whether it be your loyal bulldog or your lovable horse, including your furry friend in your big day is not only totally on trend, it is such a sweet way to make things more personal. That being said, there are certain...
Honeymoon ideas we LOVE!
Honeymoon - here we come! Let’s be honest for a second, if your wedding is what you’re most looking forward to, the honeymoon has got to be a close second! For those who have a trip planned after the I Dos, whether it be a weekend getaway or a lavish trip around...
Unique Reception Ideas
Now, on to the reception! After you've said I do and vowed your love to one another, it's time to get the party started! The reception is what most people think of when they remember back to weddings attended. Whether it be delicious food, a killer band, or a cake...
Everything you need to know about Anniversary Gifts!
Everything you need to know about Anniversary Gifts! Okay, you’ve done the wedding thing - the black tux, the white dress, the grand celebration. Now it’s time to remember your vows and commemorate your first, third, maybe even fiftieth wedding anniversary, but herein...
The Wedding Kiss
Maybe the hardest question to answer for your wedding look is what color lipstick you should wear. You are most likely wearing some shade of Ivory so literally any color goes with your dress! We all know too many options can make choosing a heck of a lot more...
The Best Barn Venue’s in Indianapolis
The BARN WEDDING is something that has been popular here in the Indianapolis, Indiana area for a while, and we don't see it going anywhere! With amazing, beautiful, and "rustic" barns popping up all over the place, we thought we'd share a few! The best part about...
In Sickness, Health, and Everlasting Ink
Tattoos are becoming more and more widely accepted and loved. With this growing popularity and love of body ink wedding tattoos are becoming a big trend. As someone with 2 little tattoos herself I love the thought of sealing your marriage with an everlasting notion of...
How to Give When You Get Hitched
Weddings are a huge event. HUGE events take a lot of resources! Even when you DIY you end up with a lot of stuff at the end that you don't really know what to do with. You buy TONS of food, flowers, decorations, clothes, services,...etc. Have you ever thought about...
Hats, Fascinators, and Caps! Oh My!
I feel like hats are definitely coming back for big events in America. I love wearing a fancy hat to events it makes me feel like the Queen of England or like Eliza Doolittle at the horse race. Hats can bring your whole wedding look to the MAX and pull your theme...
Put Your Bridal Foot Forward!
I love shoes so much! My closet is full of them, trust me. So. Many. SHOES. When you are a shoe lover like me you need to have something extra special for your wedding day. A shoe like no other shoe that has ever graced those cute feet of yours! Soooo... why don't you...
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Unique Wedding Getaway Rides
Making an Exit in STYLE! Everyone dreams of how they walk down the aisle or stand at the pulpit awaiting their true love on their wedding day, but how do you make your exit? I know you probably just imagine you will ride off into the sunset holding hands kissing the...
Abigail + Jacob | Real Sophia’s Bride
Abigail And Jacob Their Love Story As told by Abigail: Jake and I met through a mutual friend. My best friend, Melissa, from college (in Nebraska) is from Illinois and went to high school with Jake. During fall break, i visited her home with her for a couple years in...
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