It’s so hard to get the most out of each step of the wedding process when you’ve literally never done any of it before! Here are a few tips for going into your venue visits strong.

I am so excited to share one of the best wedding venues in Dayton- The Grande Hall at Liberty Tower. The Grande Hall is a gorgeous historic wedding & event venue in downtown Dayton, Ohio. Built in 1930, this art-deco style building is truly a unique wedding venue with so many great historic details inside.

There are few things I love more than a beautifully renovated historic wedding venue. The Windamere, located in Middletown, Ohio, is a bank turned wedding venue. They go above and beyond in the services that they provide, and truly aim to create a unique and high-end experience for couples who get married there.

This past weekend was so beautiful. The first wedding of the weekend was to celebrate Natalie & Mike. They began the day at their church in Vandalia, where they tied the knot in front of family & friends. Then everyone ventured to the Orrmont for the wedding reception in their cathedral tent.

This design set up at the Dayton Arcade was so elegant. There is something so classic and elegant about a black, white & gold wedding color palette. The lounge area had a modern vibe- with a curved white couch and round ottoman - the perfect place for wedding guests to relax and enjoy the party! Another favorite element of this wedding reception set-up was the bar- it looked so classy. What a great design to complement the black and white penny tile floors inside the newly renovated Dayton Arcade.

This look is bold and bright, with tropical details perfect for a summer wedding or event! The acrylic stands almost make it look like the colorful floral arrangements are literally dancing above your head- it’s the very definition of wedding magic.

I am so excited to bring you the second of four styled shoots at Dayton Arcade, a newly renovated historic wedding & event venue in downtown Dayton. The Dayton Arcade is such an exciting new addition to the downtown Dayton wedding venues. It’s quite large and has unique historic architectural elements that make it truly one of a kind. This design was pink & peppy, with lots of details inspired by confetti and champagne.

Going inside The Dayton Arcade is something I have wanted to do for as long as I can remember. My grandmother used to shop there, many years ago. I have heard so many times about how insanely beautiful the inside of the building is. When the opportunity to photograph a styled shoot there popped up, I knew I had to be there! I am so excited to show you guys what it looks like now, after all the renovations have been completed. This historic downtown Dayton location is ready to take on weddings!

Barn venues are a southern Ohio favorite. They range in style, so they are great for creating so many different looks. A historic barn inherently has some character of its own- so lots of couples opt to showcase their venue and end up saving money on decor and go with minimal decor or decor that enhances the vibe of their chosen space.