Our Jerome Village styled shoot took place at their community center in Plain City, Ohio. Their team reached out to us to assist with a styled shoot to showcase their event space where they plan to host weddings in addition to the current use as a restaurant, fitness center, and pool for their residents. We were thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate with them and create a fun winter shoot…

Spring Creek Chapel is a located in Howard, Ohio on a client’s property. They invited us to see the most perfect little chapel they had built, surrounded by beautiful green forrest, rolling hills and a pond just out the chapel doors. The owners wanted to offer the chapel and the land to a few exclusive couples each year for their weddings, and asked that StR be the in-house coordinators and…

Are you looking to have an outdoor wedding? Want nature to be a central part of your celebration? BUT struggling to make your experience different then the classic rustic barn wedding? Check out this company that brings together elegance, nature, and community – for the ultimate new outdoor wedding experience. The Campfire Experience When I first clicked on The Campfire Experience, I was a little hesitant. But once I saw…

We had the pleasure of hosting a wedding planning seminar with some of the best vendors in town this February.  We collaborated with The Athletic Club of Columbus and Bloomtastic to come up with a team of vendors that could provide valuable information and tips to engaged couples.  Our theme was Pop, Fizz, Clink & Plan – our couples enjoyed champagne, light hors d’oeuvres, cake samples, a hot chocolate bar…

Pantone put a twist on the official color of the year for 2016…they picked 2! They named Rose Quartz and Serenity, as the 2016 colors. This pairing is softer than recent years, and the Pantone experts believe that the blend reflects “connection and wellness as well as a soothing sense of order and peace”. What a great vibe for a wedding!  The softness of the pastels are romantic and can…

It has always been considered a tradition for a bride to wear white on her wedding day. However, in recent recent years, brides have opted for colored dresses as a way to stand out and reflect their personality and tastes. Although I am one for traditions, I love the idea of wearing a color other than white. Here are some trending colors for wedding dresses Blush This pastel color looks…

While I tend to have a more classic style, I also love to experiment with trends. Hair and makeup are the easiest to experiment with because they are temporary, but will allow you to try new ideas and be creative. If you’re a trendy bride looking for some inspiration for your hair, then here are some ideas for you! Bronde – This hair color trend is a mix between traditional highlights…

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. We have all heard this saying over the years.  A bride is meant to wear blue on her big day to symbolize fidelity and love.  If you are looking for ways to incorporate blue on your big day, here is a list of both traditional and creative ways to add blue into your wedding attire. Garter – This is a more traditional idea, but…

In my last post, I talked about different ideas for escort card holders. Then, this past weekend, I had the pleasure of working the reception for Christina and Sam. Their reception was held at The Westin Hotel in Columbus, a truly gorgeous venue.    I love all things gold and sparkly, so this reception decor was right up my alley. Everything was so elegant and looked beautiful. On top of…

Making your wedding memorable lies in the details. Escort card holders are an opportunity to show your personality or add emphasis to your theme. Here are some creative ideas: 1. Citrus fruit: This is an easy idea that will work with almost any citrus fruit, because all you need is the fruit and a toothpick for the labels. 2. Pumpkins: Perfect for any fall or outdoor wedding, pumpkins give a rustic feel to…