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Emely + Adam live in Florida but they’re from the Indianapolis area. They are both die hard Boilermakers which made helping them plan their wedding from out of town so fun. We added many fun Purdue touches that guests loved. See their Finley Creek Vineyard wedding day below.
Vendors:
Photographer & DJ: Complete Weddings
Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings
Florist: Custom Blooms Indy
Venue: Finley Creek Vineyard
Caterer: Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering
Kassidy worked on our team many years ago and has been in the events industry ever since. We were so honored when she asked us to assist her with her wedding! Kassidy + Anton had the most beautiful Black Iris Estate wedding! See all the happy memories below.
Thank you to all the vendors:
Photographer: Jodi Meiczinger
Florist: Accent Floral Design
DJ: Track 7 DJ
Venue: Black Iris Estate
Caterer: Thomas Caterer of Distinction
Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings
Ellen + Tommy’s wedding can be summed up with one word: JOY! They were so joyful all day long. We loved their kind hearts and big dreams. See their stunning teaser below from Wandering Light Films.
2020 threw Mary & Chris more than one curveball and they handled it with grace. We went from a beautiful wedding at a wedding venue to an elopement in their parent’s driveway. We found a way to still make it incredibly beautiful and special. See their beautiful, intimate backyard wedding below. Thank you to an amazing vendor team who pivoted and made magic happen for this amazing couple!
Photographer: Sara Ackermann Photography
Wedding Planner: Plum & Poppy Weddings
Caterer: Thomas Caterers of Distinction
Ceremony Venue: St. Peter & Paul
Reception Venue: Private Estate
Florist: Accent Floral Design
Lighting: NBE Event Group
Rental: Wow Factors
We loved every minute of helping Sarah plan her beautiful winter wedding at the Columbia Club Indianapolis! We were so lucky to have had Shelly Ruth Photography along to capture the day so beautifully! See all the cozy fun below!
We have had the pleasure of knowing Kassidy though the wedding industry for years! We are always so honored when fellow industry professionals want to work together for their own wedding. Kassidy and Anton took the most beautiful engagement pictures in Charleston this past summer with Shawna Disbrow. We can’t wait for their Black Iris Estate wedding in just a few months.
We loved helping Laura, Rafe and their families plan their beautiful fall wedding at St. John the Evangelist in Indianapolis along with their reception at the Eiteljorg. See all their beautiful images below from Meghan Harrison Photography.
Vendors:
Photographer: Meghan Harrison
Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings
Ceremony Venue: St. John the Evangelist
Reception Venue: Eiteljorg
Caterer: Kahn’s Catering
Florist: The Empty Vase
As wedding planners we LOVE wedding day details! Client’s often ask us what are some details they can incorporate to help wow their guests. See some of our favorite ideas for inspiration below. We also have tons of ideas on our Pinterest here.
Ceremony Details:
This arch was such a beautiful backdrop to Abigail’s ceremony. The ferns with flowers that lined the aisle were a real show stopper! We later repurposed these beautiful details to the reception. We placed the arch behind the head table and lined a beautiful staircase with these ferns. See the stunning images below.
Place Setting Details:
Below are two images with great ceremony details. We love a beautiful charger and it can make all the difference. Menus and personalized name cutouts can make all the difference. A small flower or sprig of greenery goes a long way! We also love these specialty linens. The add a beautiful layer to the table setting.
Paper Products:
Beautiful invitations can make for a great first impression to your guests and for beautiful images. Custom calligraphy can make an even bigger impact on your guests. Custom graphics or paintings can personalize your details even more. This wedding took place on Mackinac Island so the iconic bridge was the perfect statement but often times paintings of a family home or church can make such a statement.
Welcome Bags:
Welcome bags are a great first impression for your guests when they check into their hotel. It’s another great place you can add personalization and include items local to the location of your wedding. The bride loved champagne so each guest got their own bottle as well as the bride’s mom’s famous homemade cookies and spicy bar nuts that were famous from the restaurant she used to be a chef at. Local taffy and a guide to the island helped make guests feel right at home.
Different Desserts:
Wedding cake is delicious and we love that but it’s fun to switch it up or add a secondary dessert to cake. This client chose creme brûlée which was their favorite. Pies, donuts, cookies and ice cream bars are all great ideas we’ve had clients do in the past as well. Pick whatever your favorite is. The more personal the better!
Make a Getaway:
Horse carriages are iconic to Mackinac Island so it was the perfect fit to get the couple around on wedding day. Antique cars or a limo are also great options as well!
Dress Up Your Seat:
Let guests know exactly where you’re sitting by dressing up your seat. A little chiffon or flowers goes a long way and will make a fun focal point for the evening.
Custom Signage:
A custom welcome sign or sign to inform guests throughout the day can make your day even more personal. Dress up your signs with some greenery or flowers to put things over the top!
Mix Up Your Reception Centerpieces:
Incorporating different kinds of candles, fruit, or floral colors and textures can add such dimension to your table. Talk with your florist and your wedding planner, get creative!
Creative Escort Card Alternatives:
This bride sat her guests with their names on each champagne glass in custom calligraphy. Mosaic tiles or custom cookies are also a great way to seat your guests.
Custom Cocktail Napkins:
Mr. & Mrs. cocktail napkins were a fun touch for this client. You can also further customize them with your name or wedding date.
Favors:
Favors are another great way to incorporate some local flare. This client used locally made fudge which the island is famous for in custom boxes. Custom popcorn bags, cookies, and home made treats are all things past guests of our clients have enjoyed!
Pampas grass, glam glassware, holistic cocktails, oh my! With so many 2020 wedding trends on the rise, we can’t wait to see how wedding and event planners go above and beyond to personalize their happy couple’s day this spring! One of our favorite trends for weddings is creative ways to incorporate Pantone’s Color of the Year, Classic Blue. Whether it be through a simple manicure color or an extravagant floral archway there are so many ways to include Classic Blue into your wedding to reap the benefits it was selected for.
The Pantone Institute ensures its selection is reflective of macro trends that are taking place in society and is commonly influenced by art, media, movies, lifestyles, socioeconomic and political conditions, travel destinations, and new technology. The vice president of the Pantone Color Institute, Laurie Pressman describes it as a “color that anticipates what’s going to happen next” as we enter into a new decade. This definition perfectly illustrates the milestone newlyweds approach through marriage.
Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute Leatrice Eiseman announced that “we are living in a time that requires faith and trust and is a kind of consistency that the solid, dependable Classic Blue expresses”. Classic Blue encourages viewers to look beyond the obvious, expand their thinking, increase their perspective and engage in an open stream of communication.
To help you reap these benefits the color reflects, FTD has created 4 moodboards geared at showcasing Classic Blue in your wedding through florals. They’ve sourced beautiful bouquets inspired by the four color harmonies Pantone released to compliment Classic Blue and help you tell a color story that you connect with. Check out the color harmonies below!
Now that you are familiar with the Pantone palettes of 2020, use your floral decor, tablescapes and bouquets to express the sensations you are feeling as you enter a new decade and a new life together! Collaborate with your love to share your feelings of mystery, bliss or tranquility with all who attend your special day that will leave a lasting impression and a mark on 2020! Cheers!
We’re so thrilled to share this little video to give you insight into what we do from Ian Borgerhoff Cinematography! Check it out below with clips from some of our favorite weddings with his team. At venues from the JW Marriott, a private estate tent wedding, Indianapolis Central Library, the JW Marriott, and Lindley Farmstead.
We are always so intrigued each year to find out the Pantone color of the year. Some brides really embrace it and it can be a lot of fun to get inspired. See some of our favorite inspiration below. There isn’t a lot out there yet which always makes truly planning something unique even more exciting! What is inspiring you this year?
30-50% of our clients each year live out of state. That makes our job extra fun because we get engagement pictures from all over the country! Check our Ellis + Mitch’s Chicago engagement pictures from Arielle Peters Photography below. We loved their Fall 2019 Biltwell wedding that we’ve been planning!
