There is indeed a season for everything, and while this year has felt like a long season of uncertainty, there have been moments that have reminded us that there is still celebration, hope, and light to be found in this world. Mackenzie + Curtis’s wedding was just such a reminder.
When we think about all the excitement, all the laughter, and tenderness that characterized this entire day, our hearts just about burst. From Curtis losing his mind after he saw Mackenzie for the first time, to their adorable and heartfelt handwritten letters they read to one another during first looks. From Mackenzie and her flower girl twirling away in the summer sun to Mr. and Mrs. VanderWolde’s song they sang during the ceremony—the same song, they sang together at their wedding. Everything about Mackenzie and Curtis’ day was a thoughtful, beautiful reflection of who they are and the love that they model to all of us.
In every season there is reason to be thankful, to take a moment and recognize the life and love all around us. We are thankful for these two and loved getting to celebrate them with all their family and friends. Here’s to the beautiful Mr. and Mrs. Dunkerely, and the brand new chapter that they’re starting in their story together!
Contributing Vendors
Photography & Cinematography: Shadow Shine Pictures
Wedding Coordination: Candlestone Events
Wedding Dress: Spring Lake Bridal
Floral Designer: Horrocks Market
Hair & Makeup: Riley Wyman
Officiant: CJ den Dulk
Wedding Cake: Maurene VanderWolde
Caterer: Candlestone Events
Venue: Candlestone Golf and Resort
We love getting caught up in the celebration and excitement of a wedding. From all the laughter and joy to the tender and quiet moments, there is rarely a moment that we aren’t completely enraptured by. Aastha + Shalin’s weekend was exactly that for us.
In some ways, it went by so fast that it feels like a whirlwind of cheering, dancing, and all of the gorgeous colors you could imagine. Yet at the heart of it all, the thing that stands out in memory is just how much fun it was celebrating these two and the beginning of the brand new chapter in their story together. After seven long years, these two said yes to forever together and threw one heck of a party to commemorate it.
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, the ideals of love, commitment, and adventure are the things that grow us, transform us, and bring us together. Aastha + Shalin model that so beautifully and for that, we will always be beyond thankful for them. Here’s to two humans who will always have our hearts!
Contributing Vendors
Photography & Cinematography: Shadow Shine Pictures
Mehndi Dress: Custom made in Mumbai
Garba and Sangeet Dress: Custom from Asopalav, Surat
Wedding Dress: Custom from Raas Boutique, Mumbai
Bridesmaid Sarees: Custom made from Hindmata, Mumbai
Reception Dress: Custom from Panihari Boutique, Mumbai
Menswear Sherwani: Custom from JadeBlue, Surat,
Menswear Tuxes: Ermenegildo Zegna
Hair Stylest: Aysha Riaz
Makeup Artist: Jahura Hobby
Mendhi Artist: Krupa Thomas
DJ: DJ Ice & Fresh Productions
Priest: Surendra Bhardwaj
Wedding Cake: Wisteria Bakehaus
Caterers: Rangoli Indian Cuisine and Krishna Catering & Restaurant
Venues: The Bharatiya Temple of Troy and The Dearborn Inn
We can all agree this is a SUPER weird time in all of our lives. It’s a mix of worry, precaution, and hopeful optimism that we’ll all get through this and be closer than ever before on the other side. But topping the list of weirdness from this season is having to stay inside as it gets nicer and warmer out! We’re over here wishing the outsider resembled more of a winter wonderland so that it would be easier to admire and appreciate from indoors.
And speaking of winter wonderlands — let’s talk about Sarah + Dave for a “hot” minute! Whenever we are able to celebrate two friends on the most important day in their lives we have a blast from beginning to end. But these two knocked it out of the park, and honestly, we shouldn't be surprised. If you know these two you know that they are incredibly sweet, compassionate humans, but they also will have you rolling on the floor laughing in no time!
It also doesn’t hurt that Sarah is one of the GREATEST wedding planners in the known universe and heaven help us, does she know how to throw one elegant and breathtaking winter wedding! Every moment of this day brings such a giant smile to our faces and a warm glow to our hearts. There was no better way to ring in the new year than celebrating these two, and if ever there were a couple that could help show us that we’ll all get through this together and come out stronger on the other side, it would be these two.
Sending all of the love, chic snowy vibes, and laughter to Mr + Mrs Hoger today and every day!
Contributing Vendors
Cinematography: Shadow Shine Pictures
Photography: Rachel Kaye Photography
Wedding Design, Floral, and Coordination: Grand Occasions
Wedding Dress: Beckers Bridal
Wedding Alterations & Sleeve Design: Vue Design
Menswear: Dunhill Tuxedos
Hair & Makeup: KJ Hairspray & Emily Frew
Officiant: Rich Langton
DJ: Jon Coleman
Live Vocalist: Rachel Curtis
Wedding Cake: Rise Authentic Baking Co.
Caterer: The Winter Inn
Specialty Linen Rental: Special Occasions West
Dish Rentals: GiGi & LaClede
Venue: Camp Anna Behrens