Taryn + Zak: Grand Rapids Wedding

A moody overcast wedding day never looked so good as it did on Taryn + Zak’s day. Yes, we got caught in the middle of a field during an intense downpour, but name us two people who you’d rather go running through the rain with - we’ll wait.

In all seriousness though we went into this day knowing we’d most likely get pretty emotionally wrecked, and starting with Taryn’s video message to her soon-to-be husband got the tears flowing early. Every moment and detail perfectly reflected a piece of these two and their story together. The intentionality, the focus, and the celebration that characterized this day from beginning to end was 100% Taryn and Zak and we could not have asked for a more amazing day for these two. Don’t mind us, we’ll just be crying and swooning over these two for the rest of the year!

Taryn + Zak: Chicago Engagement

Chicago in late August. Lake Michigan on a misty day. Taryn + Zak, always.

Exploring the Windy City is always a weekend pastime we’ll gladly road trip for, but when you get to have these two as your companions, well, the adventure is made significantly more fulfilling. The entire weekend was the perfect prelude to all of the magic and excitement that is going to make up their wedding next May and, truth be told, it’s going to be one of the major highlights that gets us through the cold Michigan winter that is before us.

But until then, we’ll have these precious moments to remind us of what summer love looks and feels like.

Taryn + Zak take Chicago.

Aparna + Ankit: Novi Garba Raas

Garba night is hands down one of our favorite events during the weekend-long Indian wedding festivities. In many instances, it's the first night where the majority of both families come together and celebrate these amazing couples. The night is often filled with unending laughter, dancing, AND THE COLORS ARE GORGEOUS!

It is without a doubt a night of excitement, parting, and unity. From the rehearsed dance numbers performed by Aparna+Ankit's family and friends, to Aparna's flowing and jaw-dropping dress, and every other breathtaking sari in the room that night — this was one of the standout highlights of their weekend for us.

Aparna + Ankit: Novi Mehndi Party

For over a year we waited to kick off this special and wonderful weekend. From their gorgeous and colorful engagement ceremony to a dreamy evening of engagement photos out on Lake Michigan, we knew A+A’s weekend would be one of the most exciting ones of the entire year for us.

Aparna and Ankit's weekend-long celebration started at their homes with their family and closest friends gathered together for a night of traditions, games, mehndi, and so much more. That night alone was such a whirlwind of excitement, joy, and laughter and it without a doubt set the tone for what would be THE PERFECT weekend. 

So much love for these two, and this is just the beginning!