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Prior to this day, I had never been to Grosse Pointe.  I had never met Sarah in person, despite our many phone calls and email exchanges.  I was traveling alone and it was a long drive.  None the less, I knew this was going to be a good day. I drove through neighborhoods of impressive […]

Real Weddings :: Sarah & Matt

Feb 27

Weddings

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Blush Ranunculus

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Jessica has freelanced with me for a couple years now and is a flower lover herself.  I’ve been somewhat desperate for someone plan a late winter, early spring wedding because of the stunning variety of blooms available this time of year.  So when Jessica became a client AND she planned a mid-March wedding, it made […]

Friday Flowers :: Jessica’s Early Spring Bouquet

Apr 6

Flowers

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Leelanau Wedding | The Day's Design | Bethany Small Photography

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Twirling.  That’s what comes to mind every time I think back to Olivia and Zach’s beautiful wedding day.  I think of Olivia’s sweet spirit and beautiful nuptials on the shores of Lake Michigan.  I reminince about the hot summer sun warming the weathered board walk that lead to a romantic beach location.  I can still […]

Real Weddings :: Olivia & Zach’s Leelanau Love

May 17

Celebrations

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Autumn Wedding | The Day's Design | Hetler Photography

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When Shayla and I started discussing her design and color scheme, the first things she did was show me this beautiful autumn sunset photo that was the source of her color inspiration.  It’s an image that I quickly burned into my memory.  And while I seldom referenced the actual photo, the memories forever served as […]

Real Weddings :: Shayla & John’s September Celebration

Oct 26

Flowers

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Grand Rapids Wedding Photographers | Jamie & Sarah Photography | The Day's Design | Zoo Wedding

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August 23rd has historically been a popular date for weddings.  My parents were married 41 years ago on that date.  We have good friends who were wed on that date a couple years ago.  And last year, I was part of this rustically modern, rose gold infused, rainy yet perfect, party at the zoo. This […]

Zoo Wedding

Aug 24

Celebrations

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Dusty and rustic, that sounds like quite the combination, doesn’t it?  But I promise it was gorgeous – just like dear Hallie.  Hallie and I schemed about all things vintage, wooden and full of charm.  She adored dusty blue tones and luscious pops of pink.  We aimed for softness, without being too pastel.  She loves […]

Inspiration Board :: Dusty & Rustic

Jan 13

Wedding Planning & Advice

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It’s now the time of year when I’m wrapping up wedding season, summer days have gone by and I’ve started to embrace that cozy late autumn (and even Christmas!!) mindset.  My flipflops have been traded for tall boots and my t-shirts have all been tucked away.  At the same time, I’m chatting with brides who […]

Real Weddings :: Tina & Chris

Nov 4

Flowers

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I don’t know if I believe in destiny or fate, or that there’s only one person in the whole world that you should marry and (finger’s crossed!!) you’ll meet them and timing will be perfect and you’ll fall in love.  I do however, believe that God has a plan and know’s exactly what’s going to […]

Real Weddings :: Nolan & Jessica

Apr 29

Flowers

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Often when I big working with couples, I can’t help but relate back to my own wedding and that experience.   I channel back to the excitement, the stresses, what we found most important as a couple and the details that I cherished most as a bride.  I think about not only what I might […]

Real Weddings :: Heather & Dave

Mar 30

Celebrations

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