By Melissa

Karen and Audrey are such a genuine, caring couple. I got a little teary-eyed the first time I met them. They have been together for sooo long and have an awesome son! They finally got to tie the knot in July and their wedding was beautiful!

The ceremony was planned to be outside but the rain was coming down hard with no end in sight. So we brough it inside the barn at Cobblestone Farm. Luckily Karen and Audrey had some burlap and we had extra flowers to create a ceremony space. It was a little tight, but we made it work. Luckily they were able to get some outdoor pictures at one point.

Karen and Audrey's son Tyler and their niece sang a beautiful song at the ceremony.

Karen and Audrey were so creative with all of their signs and decor. I love of all of the details......

At one point the power went out during the reception. Karen and Audrey were such good sports about every hiccup we overcame. Katie and Krista did a fantastic job coordinating this wedding!

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Venue: Cobblestone Farm
Photography: Andrew Potter Photogaphy
Day of Coordination: Melissa Marie Events
Bakery: Jefferson Market
Hair: Bri LaCroix
Make-up: Mary Fargo
Florist: Melissa Marie Events
Caterer: Enzo's Catering
DJ: John Bommarito

By Melissa

This is one of our weddings from our triple wedding day in July! Caitlin and I were a part of this super fun wedding. Lauren and Tyler are such a lovely couple! Their ceremony was at the Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak.

I love the alternative to a first look that Lauren and Tyler did!

Lauren and Tyler had their reception at the Rust Belt Market in Ferndale. It is such a cool venue! On the weekends the Rust Belt Market is a market place filled with little shops filled with art, vintage items, and tons of hand-made Michigan stuff. Guests walked around checking out the shops during cocktail hour. After the shops closed down, the reception began.

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Ceremony: Shrine of the Little Flower
Reception: Rust Belt Market
Photography: Lamarand Style
Day of Coordination: Melissa Marie Events
Flowers: Blumz
DJ: Rock out Entertainment

By Melissa

Maria and Derek are such a fun, sweet couple! I loved being a part of their wedding at the Madison building downtown.

Maria and Derek said their vows on the 5th floor. I love the urban feel of the space!

Following the ceremony, the reception took place on the roof top. The weather was perfect, the band was great, and the food was yummy!

It was a great view of the Tigers game.

The perfect ending to a perfect wedding.... Fireworks!

Venue: Madison Building
Day of Coordination: Melissa Marie Events
Photography: JS Photography
Florist: Blumz
Band: Pato Motown

By Melissa

Michelle and Ryan are the sweetest! I love the way they look at each other! Nothing could've bothered them on this day.

You might remember a post I made back in August about a bucket list wedding. This is it, Kirk in the Hills! The first time my mom brought me there to see, I fell in love with it! It is so beautiful! So this wedding was really special to me. I couldn't hide my excitement the first time I talked to Michelle on the phone when she told me where she was getting married. I love that Eugen from Sublime Moments brought along a drone to photograph this amazing view!

Check out their first look inside Kirk in the Hills.....

The reception took place at the Royal Park Hotel. It was intimate and beautiful.

Michelle and Ryan did not choose to have a bridal party, which I thought was great and special. They did have an awesome flower girl though! And she took the spotlight more than once with her moves!

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Ceremony: Kirk in the Hills
Reception: Royal Park Hotel
Day of Coordinator: Melissa Marie Events
Photography: Sublime Moments
Bakery: Holiday Market
DJ: Go Pro DJs
Florist: Westborn Market

By Melissa

I am way behind on posting this but it is too beautiful to not share! Katie and Adam's wedding was one of the most detail oriented wedding I have ever done. I LOVE every bit of it! Can you imagine getting married under this beauty??? Donna and Larry's Flower shop created this!

Check out all of these details! I love that the whole property is yours at the Lazy J Ranch. The ceremony took place outside facing a field. Cocktail hour was in the older barn and outside. Guests could enjoy a game of bean bags or cozy up with a blanket.

Dinner and dessert was in the newer barn.

Everyone danced the night away in the old barn, enjoyed cider and donuts, and sent Katie and Adam with a sparkler exit!

Vendors
Wedding Planner: Melissa Marie Events
Photography: Carly Lewis Photography
Venue: Lazy J Ranch
Flowers: Donna and Larry's Flowers
Hair and Make up: Bridal Beauty Detroit
DJ: Jacovetti Entertainment
Video: Bumble Media
Photobooth: Shutterbooth

By Melissa

I am so excited to announce that we are featured on Equal and Forever today! I did an amazing styled shoot with a top notch group of vendors. Katie and Bethany, an engaged couple were the perfect models. Be sure to check it out on Equal and Forever and see the gallery here.

Vendors
Venue: Cornman Farms
Photography: Bethany Sharp Photography
Wedding Planner: Melissa Marie Events
Floral: The Petal Lady
Hair: Simona Vigh
Make up: Bridal Beauty on Location
Video: Bodhi Tree Films

By Melissa

Chicago couple, Mary and Nick had a beautiful wedding at the Inn at St. John's Labor Day weekend. Their ceremony took place in the chapel. Every detail was exquisite.

Following the ceremony, strolling appetizers were served outside of the Atrium and out in the courtyard. It was a perfect sunny, September day. The reception took place in the Atrium. The reception was so elegant with classic black, ivory, and gold.

My favorite part of the night..... the choreographed dance with Mary and her Father!

See the full gallery here.

Vendors
Venue: The Inn at St Johns
Photography: Blaine Siesser
Day of Coordination: Melissa Marie Events
Florist: Flourish Event Design
DJ: DJ Crashers
Video: Purpose Pictures Media
Bakery: Cathy Ann's
Chair Rental: A Moment Forever
Hair and Make up: Steven Michael Hair Studio

By Melissa

Swati and Pete had a BEAUTIFUL wedding on Halloween at the Detroit Yacht Club!

Guests started gathering outside at 9:30am for the Baraat while listening to the bagpiper.

Pete was brought to the ceremony in style.....

A luncheon followed the ceremony. Then it was time to get ready for the next ceremony!

Of course I am always a fan of the first look.....

Swati and Pete's ceremony was officiated by Pete's mom, in front of the huge fireplace in the East Ballroom.

Following the ceremony was cocktail hour, then the party started!

They are such a great couple and it was a great wedding to be a part of! You can view the full gallery here.

Vendors
Venue: Detroit Yacht Club
Photographer: Brandon Rais Photography
Day of Coordinator: Melissa Marie Events
Mandap, chairs, and other rentals: Top That Event
Hair and Make up: Bridal Beauty Detroit
Bakery: Love and Buttercream
DJ: Urban Kris Productions

 

By Melissa

Meet Margaret and Ryan! I could not possibly ask for a better bride and groom to work with. They live in North Carolina and planned their wedding in Michigan, where most of their family live. They are so laid back and appreciative.

The ceremony and reception took place in Ryan's parents yard. The yard is absolutely beautiful with all of the landscaping and pond.

Guests were greeted with coozies for their beer or bottled water and a beautiful program. Signs, pumpkins, and mums were all around the yard.

The ceremony was picture perfect in front of the pond.

I teared up when I saw this.......

Following the ceremony guests enjoyed cocktail hour around the grounds and played some lawn games. The reception took place inside a beautifully decorated tent.

The party started and they danced all night! Guests enjoyed cider and donuts and pizza for a late night snack. Later we set up a s'more bar under the gazebo by the fire pit. It was a perfect fall night and a perfect fall wedding!

You can view the full gallery here.

Vendors:
Venue: Private Residence
Photography: Jennifer Alder
Day of Coordination: Melissa Marie Events
Caterer: Enzo Catering
Flowers: Melissa Marie Events
DJ:Detroit DJ Entertainment
Hair and Make up: Lena Shkreli & Co

Well we are back at the Frankenmuth Brewery for the wedding of Vanessa and Travis! This adorable couple were high school sweethearts. It is obvious in these photos how much they love each other!

Vanessa and Travis said "I Do" on the roof top of the brewery.

I LOVE all of the soft details with pink and gold!

The cupcakes were so BEAUTIFUL!!!

LOVE this!!!! A  piñata to open on their one year anniversary!

You can see the full gallery here.

Vendors
Venue: Frankenmuth Brewery
Photography: Matt and Ashley Photography
Day-of Coordination: Melissa Marie Events
Bakery: Debby Ratell
Bakery (Vegan): Heather's Restaurant
Flowers: Carmen Eremia
DJ: Velvet Couch Productions