As we go to press, an unprecedented pandemic is impacting our country in ways we’ve never experienced before. Schools and stores are closed and working from home has become the new normal. Another reality? Canceled weddings. My deepest hope is that b

The bonfire was our own version of a unity ceremony, honoring our careers as firefighters,” Addie says. “We asked guests to add wood to the pit before the ceremony, showing their support of us by adding ‘fuel’ to our ‘fire.’ At this moment, we’d just

Michigan Marriage License Requirements GUIDELINES FOR OBTAINING A MARRIAGE LICENSE In Michigan, the legal age for marriage is 18 years old. Parental consent is required for couples who are 16 or 17 and wish to marry. Either the groom or the bride mus

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Veils are an easy way to express yourself. But with so many options to choose from, how do you know which one’s right for you? We broke down all the different styles, including the latest trends, with tips on how to wear them so you can uncover (sorr

AS A BEAUTY EDITOR AT THE KNOT, I'll try anything once. Sometimes this is a super perk (hello, fancy facials). Sometimes it’s risky, like the time I went in for trendy highlights and came out a peroxide blonde. For better or for worse, I’ve tested (a

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You don’t need a giant rock to make a statement. While an engagement ring is an undoubtedly special piece of jewelry, a wedding band is equally meaningful to add into the mix or wear alone. The best part? The bands of the moment are all about letting

1 THRICE AS NICE Looking for bling with extra-special meaning? Give a nod to your past, present and future with a threestone sparkler. Engagement ring, price upon request, DeBeers.com 2 HELLO, YELLOW A canary diamond is an alternative choice but stil

At one wedding I attended, the couple created a mini booklet to put in our welcome baskets that included info on every guest in attendance. It had pictures of each person or couple, a bio about them, details on their relationship with the couple and

It’s no secret that wedding food can sometimes feel a little one-note. But if the two of you are big foodies and looking to create a memorable meal for yourselves and your guests, “good enough” just isn’t going to cut it. While any meal cooked up by

For an undone bunch made for a winding vineyard, ask your florist to focus on a loose shape and soft, pastel colors. Here, fluttery pink lisianthus and light purple clematis are paired with roses, white campanulas and sprigs of wispy greenery and vin

WHY IT WORKS Saying “I Do” in autumn is all about embracing the dramatic atmosphere of the season, so concentrate on working with colors that pack on the saturation. Traditional fall shades like inky navy blue and rich burgundy get a very 2020 upgrad

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Though some might consider Friday the 13th bad luck, Alex Fisher (28 and a senior events manager and producer) and Dave Knoph (34 and a creative director) play by their own rules—and that’s why they chose it for their wedding date. “It was a celebrat

fox + fern events: Meaghan Kenny ON SCHEDULE “The most popular time to get married in northern Michigan is the late summer. The days are sunny and warm, but after the sun sets, it begins to cool down, which is ideal for packing the dance floor or sta

CHARLEVOIX COST from $3,500 GUEST COUNT 350 ABOUT Though this century-old landmark sits near Loeb Bay, the courtyard, fountains and expansive gardens might leave guests feeling as though they’ve actually traveled back in time to the English countrysi

Much of Carly Huizenga (29 and a graphic designer) and John Luterbach’s (27 and a health care consultant) journey has unfolded on Lake Michigan, including John’s proposal. “As we were looking for turtles, John yelled that he’d found one,” Carly says.

Alice Kurimura (25 and a registered nurse) and Matt Szink’s (27 and a project manager and design engineer) romance began in an unexpected place: Twitter. After Matt shouted Alice out on an account dedicated to Michigan State crushes, the couple event

Considering Jessi LeDonne (31 and a designer) and Geoff Serednesky (35 and a consultant) first connected at a frisbee tournament, it only made sense that their wedding be just as adventurous as their meet-cute. The couple invited loved ones to Ronora

Megan Persons (30 and a K-12 administrator) and Molly Ketchum (39 and a strategic account manager) planned their wedding as they live their days: with intention. After Megan proposed with a sustainable ring from the woman-owned Rosados Box, the pair

Philadelphians Ryan Graham (31 and a dentist) and Cameron Williams (31 and a physician) headed back to Ryan’s hometown of Detroit for their October wedding—and took design inspiration from fall in the Motor City. “Detroit is beautiful in the fall,” R

Naina Gulati (34 and a producer) and Aaron Pomerantz (38 and a video editor) have a knack for mixing old and new with ease. “Aaron and I wanted our wedding to reflect the blend of our cultures,” Naina says. “We wanted traditional but with some modern

For Lydia VanHoven (29 and a graphic designer and copywriter) and Mikey Cook (37 and a railroad communications maintainer), more is more—and that policy lent itself well to their wedding design. “We are both bold, laugh-out-loud-type people,” Lydia s