The Best Wedding Vendors in Ionia, MI

The Best Wedding Vendors in Ionia, MI

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Ace Wedding DJs 

4.9

  • DJ
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Owner Avery Echols began his DJ career almost by accident. His entry into the business began with managing music for a friend’s reception. At this point, Ace Wedding DJs was born. As Avery’s business grew, he brought in his brother Wes and best friend Landon Bell. Together, this talented trio works hard to bring the dreams of soon-to-be newlyweds to life. In addition to fueling the dance-floor and and crafting ambiance through music, the DJs also serve as MCs with natural ease and charisma. They ensure that introductions, announcements, and transitions run smoothly.

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My husband and I had been to several weddings with Ace Wedding DJs as a vendor, and several without. Let me tell ya, there is a big difference! We knew we needed Ace Wedding DJs for our wedding this past June and they did not disappoint! Our lead DJ, Avery Echols worked closely with our other vendors to make the night run so smoothly. My husband and I truly did not have to think about anything and could just enjoy the night! Avery also CRUSHED the vibes!! After letting him know our top priority was making it a party and ensuring our guests had fun, he kept the dance floor packed all reception. Our booking coordinator, Wes Echols, was also great to communicate with. He always had very quick responses, provided us with a comprehensive and thoughtful questionnaire for the ceremony and reception, and was overall very helpful. We could not recommend Ace Wedding DJs more!!
Ka’lee R., 4 months ago
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Arrae Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Ionia, MI

My name is Amanda Montgomery and I am Arrae Photography based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The name Arrae (pronounced [uh-rey]) came from my first initial and my middle name, Rae, added an extra r and made a new word. I wanted something unique that was also me, the idea came to mind one day and it just fit. Being a photographer is all I've ever wanted to do with my life. When I was 12 I saved up my babysitting money to buy my first 'big time' camera. I formed Arrae Photography in 2003 as a part-time venture while I worked at local photo labs, went full time in 2008.

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Amanda and her partner did an AMAZING job capturing our August 2024 wedding. My husband and I were blown away when we saw our gallery. She is a joy to work with and I highly recommend Arrae Photography to any couple.
Sarah C., a month ago
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Late to the Lake 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

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Alicia and her staff catered our wedding on 9/17/23. It was outstanding! The food was a huge hit with our guests and by far one of the most talked about things at our wedding. Everyone was kind and professional. I would highly recommend them for any wedding or event!
Hailey + H., a year ago
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Bridal Hair by Carly 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Hi there! My name is Carly, I’m a traveling wedding hair stylist based near Grand Rapids, MI. I specialize is airy, romantic, effortless updos and down styles. I strive to make everyone in my chair feel confident and beautiful.

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Working with Bridal Hair by Carly was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. She was easy to communicate with throughout the entire process, and very timely. Carly is highly professional, talented, and efficient - she delivered exactly the hairstyles the bride and bridesmaids wanted on the wedding day and had us all looking amazing and ready ahead of schedule. When we needed to pivot the bride's style due to humidity the day of, Carly was flexible and the final look was still perfect. We highly recommend Carly as a hairstylist who is not only talented but also keeps everything running smoothly on the big day!
Olivia A., 18 days ago
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Kelly Jo Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ionia, MI

I am a Grand Rapids and Destination Wedding Photographer based in West Michigan. I value giving you back your memories through images that capture genuine smiles, shared laughter, unspoken glances, and an amazing wedding experience. With over 250 weddings of experience you can be sure that your day will be documented beautifully!

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Kelly Jo Photography was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. She was easy to communicate with throughout the entire wedding planning process, always quick to respond to our questions and provide helpful guidance. On the day of our wedding, she kept us on schedule and moving efficiently so we could enjoy every moment. The photos she captured were absolutely stunning, perfectly encapsulating all the joy and love of our special day. We received our preview gallery back faster than expected, and were blown away by how beautifully she had documented our wedding. Kelly truly exceeded our expectations, and we would highly recommend her to any couple looking for a talented and professional photographer!
Sydney, a month ago
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Kate English Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Hi I am Kate! I have a bachelor of fine arts in photography, and have been photographing weddings and elopements for around 5 years. There is nothing I love more that LOVE and all of the emotions that surround a wedding day. I am an LGBTQIA+ & BIPOC inclusive photographer, celebrating diversity is so important to me. I shoot both digital and film, and have a documentary fine art shooting style with a modern twist.

Kate is the best photographer! Not only is she incredibly talented, she is so fun to work with! She always made us feel so comfortable and made the experience fun. She is amazing! We have worked with Kate from engagement to baby! We will forever treasure her work.
Becca, a year ago
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The Pretty Committee 

4.7

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Our Wedding hair and makeup Glam Squad is a carefully cultivated crew of the best stylists in Michigan. We all have several years of experience in the wedding industry and are devoted to bringing you confidence on your wedding day with your perfect style of hair and makeup.

Granted, I will start by saying my first trial with a hair and MU artist given to me was disastrous, the pretty committee made it right by giving me another trial with 2 different girls and they were amazing. Kara (MU) and Erin (Hair) did such an amazing job even with me being a bride and changing my mind a few times with the look. they took care of me and my 7 women so perfectly the day of the wedding, were on time, and I would recommend them to anyone in the south haven area.
Nari B., 2 months ago
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Portraits By Mandy 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Hi, I'm Mandy! I'm happiest at home with a cup of coffee (heavy on the cream & sugar), watching some HGTV (Fixer Upper anyone?!) & flipping through Instagram, with my beagle, Jack, snuggled on my feet. I love exploring new places with my sweetheart, Shawn, trying new foods, craft beer, coffee dates, Michigan autumns, and, of course, PHOTOGRAPHY! Thank you so much for stopping by my page. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you all, and I appreciate each and every one of you!

Portraits By Mandy was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Mandy's communication style was proactive, friendly, honest, and easygoing, which put us at ease throughout the entire process. Her experience, proficiency, and creative eye resulted in photos that we will cherish for a lifetime. Mandy was always in the right place at the right time, capturing special moments like my grandpa tenderly telling my husband to take care of me, and my husband reading the heartfelt note cards I had left for him that morning. If you're looking for a photographer who will build a lasting relationship with you as your marriage and family grows, Mandy is the perfect choice. Her work is worth every penny and you won’t regret choosing her for your wedding & future milestones!
Christina S., 14 days ago
Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Ionia, MI

I am a luxury destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

Alexander and I fell in love exploring the World together, from mini baecations, to immersing ourselves in new countries. Our love, has been our greatest adventure. Like most couples, our happily ever started with an elaborate vision of a dream wedding but months after planning we were left feeling incomplete. We found our dreams for a deeply intimate ceremony, lost in the expectations of modern-day wedding planning. We decided to take a leap of faith, following our adventurous hearts and ELOPE. Elle & Co transformed our elopement vision into a reality assisting with planning and providing exceptional care. Dani was truly my cheerleader and best friend wedding planner. Her listening skills are impeccable and attention to details makes her a true artist. Upon meeting Jed and Dani, we knew we made the right choice. We love their energy and connection, so natural. Our elopement was absolutely perfect, everything we hoped and dreamed for. The ceremony was private and intimate captured across breath-taking, beautiful landscape. Time stood still and there was only our forever. Our decision to elope was the most beautiful testament to our love. Our pictures take our breath away with every look. Cheers to adventure, love and elopement Elle and Co. Love always, Alexader & Kee Albaugh
Alexander & K., 6 months ago
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Unnamed Films 

4.7

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Ionia, MI

We are a videography and production company based in West Michigan, and we're not in business of filmmaking because we have to be, we're in it because we want to be. Each member of our team has a passion for film and wants to bring their unique art to your story. Based out of Grand Rapids and operating since 2009, our team focuses on capturing candid moments and a small number of formal shots in order to create a truly beautiful and cinematic film of your day. We will approach your wedding day with fair pricing and an unwavering commitment to capturing every important moment that you can cherish for years to come.

We were SO happy with the work they did for us from the very start. They brought our vision to life and I can rewatch the best day of our lives and get all the same feelings all over again thanks to Unnamed films. You can’t go wrong with them for your wedding!
Abigail S., 2 years ago
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Lexie Marie photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Operating out of Hudsonville, MI, Lexie Marie Photography is a skilled photographer for weddings and precious milestones. Specializing in classic, artistic, and documentary photo styles, you can receive images that are both personal and of high quality. With this storyteller by your side, your laugh, cry, and other breathtaking moments can be captured on camera. Lexie Marie Photography is led by owner and proficient photographer Lexie Sheick, who truly looks forward to capturing your special day!

I have worked with Lexie for multiple 4 hour mini session marathons at my photo venue. She has always been a joy to work with. She makes all the clients feel comfortable and have a great time. I always look forward to Lexie’s appointments.
Valerie, 9 months ago
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The Best Day Details LLC 

4.6

  • Planner
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Ionia, MI

We are the wedding coordination company for the couple who is planning their own wedding but wants to have a stress free wedding day. We include timeline creation and 3 meetings to make sure we understand your wedding day completely and can manage it perfectly.

We cannot thank Elysia and the whole team at The Best Day Details enough for being the absolute MVP of our wedding! From the very beginning, she was attentive and organized, guiding us through every step of the planning process. Before the Week: Elysia was incredibly helpful during the planning stage, which I hadn’t necessarily expected since it was primarily coordinating services rather than full planning. Thank goodness for that! She offered invaluable advice and suggestions that made logistics so much easier. She coordinated with vendors, handled logistics, and took care of so many other details. Before the Ceremony: On the day of the wedding, Elysia was calm and composed. She managed the timeline expertly (which is saying a lot since I must have been a bit frantic with everything I crammed in), ensured everything was in place, and resolved some last-minute issues. During the Ceremony: She made sure everything went off without a hitch! The energy during the ceremony was so much fun because she took care of anything that could have made it challenging. During the Reception: Now THIS is where Elysia was the real MVP. There were some significant timing, logistics, and vendor obstacles, and Elysia handled ALL of them. Her attention to detail made our day, and everyone else's, just incredible. She kept everything running smoothly, managed the timeline, and addressed any concerns we had without us even noticing. Elysia made our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more. We couldn't have done it without her expertise and dedication. If you're looking for someone who will truly go above and beyond, look no further!
Alina T., a month ago
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April Hertz Coordination Services 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Weddings can be overwhelming, but at April Hertz Coordination Services, we truly understand the stress that comes with planning and executing your special day. Our goal is to lighten your load, allowing you to fully focus on marrying the love of your life. Trust us to handle all the coordination and planning services, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable wedding experience for you.

April could change her title to 'wedding-saver' and it would be just as accurate. The night before our wedding, we learned that the venue had removed one of our tables and we had to redo our seating chart - April sprang into gear, helping us to get a new print-out of seating arrangements as well as verifying their accuracy the morning of the big day. She ensured all of our vendors were on time, kept me from having to deal with day-of difficulties (last-minute cancellations, timing issues, overzealous family members, etc.), and helped us clean up at the end of the night. We would have been lost without her!
Amanda and P., 7 months ago
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Mallory Joy Wedding and Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Hello! My name is Mallory I am looking forward to helping you plan a stress-free dream wedding. My wife and I share two beautiful Golden-Aussies and live in the Grand Rapids area. I have a love for all things simplistic when it comes to wedding styling but would love to help with whatever dream you have in mind come true. I have also worked as a bridal consultant helping brides say yes to finding their perfect outfit for their wedding day. When I am not working you can find me visiting local breweries, playing volleyball, or beating my wife in scrabble.

Vendor did a great job communicating, setting up and tearing down arches. Arches were beautiful.
Franchesca T., 2 months ago
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Wildcrest Studio 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Wildcrest Studio, established by Jessie Harris, is a natural light, lifestyle photographer. I aim to capture the magic of your wedding day and you as a unique couple through peerless, stunning photographs!

I am going to try and get off my soapbox for this review but I make no promises. Hiring Jessie Harris and Wildcrest Studios for my wedding was the single best decision I have ever made, except for marrying my husband. We had a small wedding, with a small budget, a very specific vision, no planner or coordinator, and no freaking clue what we were doing. From my first phone call with Jessie I knew that she was something special. She is experienced, organized, diligent, detail oriented, creative, kind, patient, and funny as heck. She truly listens to what you are hoping for and - somehow, despite all odds - she makes it happen. She LITERALLY threw off her shoes and climbed into Lake Michigan to get a shot of my husband and I on a dock at sunset. She kicked the groomsmen out of the area during our first touch because it was ruining the moment and I was too emotional and nervous to say anything. She drove across the state to shoot a pre-wedding reception for us. Alex, the second shooter, tied my husband’s bow tie for him before he walked down the aisle… and my brother’s… and my dad’s… and I’m pretty sure half the groomsmen’s bow ties too. She helped us create the timeline for our wedding day. She even gave us advice on what to pick for our first dance. And, to top it all off, she has provided us with the most unbelievable and stunning engagement, reception, and wedding day photos I could have imagined. Grateful doesn’t begin to cover how I feel when thinking about finding Jessie and Wildcrest Studios. Do yourself a favor and at least send an inquiry. Or don’t, and I’ll keep her all to myself :)
Morgen P., a month ago
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Amethyst x Emerald Wedding Planning 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Amethyst x Emerald is a West Michigan based Wedding Planning company who focuses on strong communication, organization and experience to make your wedding planning enjoyable and custom to you! We are an INCLUSIVE vendor, LOVE IS LOVE!! Let's make your wedding the best day ever.

We booked with Amethyst x Emerald as a coordinator for our wedding day. Going in I just wanted someone to decorate and help make sure things went smooth. But Kristen went way above and beyond. She made sure my timeline and Floorplan were good. She connected with all my vendors. They ran the rehearsal and wedding day and did tons of amazing behind scenes things, my favorite being sending us home with leftovers since I forgot to eat! I'm so glad I hired Kristen and her team. I would recommend everyone hire her.
Maddie and N., 9 months ago
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Granger Creative 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Granger Creative is a full-service production company specializing in weddings/couples and branding. I’ve been working in the film + media industry for 5+ years and have loved every minute of it! I believe that there’s as much meaning and beauty in the subtle and intimate as there is in the grand and exciting. The films I create tend to be nostalgic and cinematic mixed with a documentary approach. My hope is that we can be a team, bringing your memories and emotions to life. Let’s create something together!

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We have had the privilege of working side by side at many weddings and Michelle is absolutely wonderful! She is professional, punctual and does an amazing job capturing the story behind your day. Mostly, you want her presence on your wedding day. She is calm and filled with beautiful energy! Granger Creative also shot content for our company and we can't wait to release it to the world :) The only regret you could have is not hiring this team for your wedding day!!
Avery Snipes: Ash to Oak, 3 years ago
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Warehouse 6 

5.0

Holland, MI
  • Venue
  • Up to 170 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Our urban industrial event space was built with an artisan touch and with the couple in mind. Our main entrance is located in the back of the building, making it a private space for you and your guests. We can’t wait to share Warehouse 6 with YOU!

Warehouse 6 was the perfect venue for our wedding! From the moment we first reached out, the staff was incredibly communicative, informational, and helpful. They gave us great ideas for late night snacks and made sure our day ran smoothly from start to finish. The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous - the elegant, industrial-esque style meant we didn't need to do much in the way of decorations, and we got so many compliments, even on the restrooms! Warehouse 6 was flexible in working with us to create our dream wedding, and the value was unbeatable. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a unique, special place to tie the knot.
Riley W., 19 days ago
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Emma Varley Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Not only do I provide authentic, everlasting, and natural wedding photos I also provide: ✨A detailed schedule outlining your day (too keep alll of us organized) ✨Local vendor recommendations ✨A shotlist of the important people in your life (to guarantee you don’t miss photos with a loved one on your big day!) ✨A bestie to hype you up and combat stress on your wedding day and throughout the whole planning process

Emma has such an eye and talent for wedding photography. She was absolutely amazing to work with and walked us through everything step but step. She is such a kind and sweet soul and wants to make her couple's day perfect. Very professional and worked around our guests to get the best photos. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a high-quality photographer. You will not be disappointed.
Claire H., a month ago
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Halcyon Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Ionia, MI

To inquire, please visit my website. Offering full service planning, partial wedding planning, day-of coordination, and hourly consultation: Halcyon Events is dedicated to curating your dream wedding experience. halcyon (hal-see-en) (adj.): denoting a period of time that is calm, peaceful, and full of joy.

Sam is our favorite. She was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, her communication style was kind and calm, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of her design work was tasteful and personal. Sam handled all of our wild details for creating a venue in our friend's backyard with smooth coordination. Sam's adaptability allowed us to fully enjoy our wedding celebration without a worry. We cannot recommend Sam at Halcyon Events highly enough to any couple looking for a wedding planner! What sets her apart from other planners is her non-anxious presence, as well as her giftedness in design and eye for artistry-- with Sam, you're not just hiring a wedding planner, but also someone who will help the day feel cohesive and "you". photos are @emilymoelkerphotography
Anna A., 2 months ago
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District 5 Schoolhouse 

5.0

Zeeland, MI
  • Venue
  • Up to 180 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,000

Located in Zeeland, MI, District 5 Schoolhouse is a historic wedding venue with a narrative that extends into the 1800s. Its walls have withstood over a century of use and housed various types of establishments. For couples who seek a spot with heritage, this venue can tick that box. There are two outdoor areas as well as two decks for seating. Before the ceremony, the betrothed can get ready in separate suites, both located on the premises. Bar services are included in packages and decorations may be rented on request. For downtime, couples and their guests have the opportunity to enjoy a bonfire or numerous outdoor games.

District 5 Schoolhouse was the perfect venue for our wedding. From the moment we reached out, their communication was quick, attentive, and open to our ideas. The historic schoolhouse provided an intimate and warm atmosphere that our guests raved about. On the day of the wedding, the staff worked seamlessly alongside us to ensure everything ran smoothly. We are so grateful to the team at District 5 Schoolhouse for helping to make our special day truly unforgettable.
Ali G., 10 days ago
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Juneberry Media 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Ionia, MI

I'm a love storyteller from Grand Rapids, Michigan. I primarily photograph weddings and engagements in and around the Midwest as well as destination weddings. I aim to tell love stories as honestly, candidly and uniquely as possible and I hope those attributes come across in my imagery. I firmly believe Love is Love and that everyone deserves beautiful images. I promise I will go above and beyond for you and be genuinely invested in your photographs far beyond just taking pictures. I've told hundreds of love stories and I hope to tell yours one day.

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It is really hard for me to put into words just how amazing Katie and her husband Matt are. We found them through our friends who used them for their wedding. We knew we wanted to do a destination wedding, and our friends had attended one the year before in Jamaica which Katie and Matt photographed. Because of that wedding, they chose them to be their photographer for their wedding in Michigan. After we saw the photos from the destination wedding and our friend's engagement photos we knew they would be perfect for us. After we saw our friend's wedding photos we knew made the right choice. Katie and Matt from the beginning were super helpful and were incredibly integral on our wedding weekend and day. When they arrived in Mexico, they met up with us and started to work immediately. They came to our rehearsal helping us decide where to put our camera for filming the ceremony and other helpful advice for the day of. They helped find the PERFECT first look location. On the day of the wedding, Katie and Matt were energetic and came ready to help put us to ease. Katie and Matt just have a way of making you feel at ease and then make you look like models. They did a great combination of classic portraits but a lot of candid photos mixed in (which were my favorites). They stayed through the our whole reception and the photos we got look out of a bridal magazine. We had a secondary shoot the day after as a Trash the Dress photo shoot, and the sunset photos we got look like post cards. The only down side of using Katie and Matt is that they gave us too many photos we want to print and get framed! Book them for your destination wedding (or Michigan wedding) and you will absolutely be making the best decision!
Stephanie B., 6 months ago
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Avery Kate Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Hi, I'm Avery! I am West Michigan born and raised, with a bit of a roaming side. You can find me traveling the great outdoors, reading a good book or sunset watching at the lake. I thrive on God’s great love and creation. Farming runs deep through my family roots, so I guess you could call me a farm girl. I’m a homebody at heart, with a passion to adventure. I fell in love with photography when I picked up my mom’s old camera in middle school. I'd capture everything from blades of grass to the cattle on my farm. 5 years later, using my cattle as models has turned into photographing weddings and capturing everything from portraits to families.

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Avery was amazing! She was great with communicating with me about the weather and good times and days for photos leading up to the shoot. Then she arrived on time and was very professional and had poses picked out for us and directed us through the whole thing for amazing pictures. A very short amount of time later we received our beautiful sneak peeks- followed very closely by the rest of our gallery! Could not recommend more I am very happy with her and her work!
Jess W., 2 years ago
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Sydney Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Ionia, MI

I'm Sydney and I own Sydney Marie Photography out of Grand Haven, Michigan. I I've been a wedding photographer since 2012 and have photographed over 200 weddings from Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Holland and everywhere between. I started in photography in 2008 and travel all over Michigan for weddings.

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When I was looking for a wedding photographer, Sydney stood out against the rest of them. She is so quick to email you back, is friendly and knowledgeable about all aspects of weddings. When it came to our engagement session she gave us ideas for locations and just made the whole experience so fun and easy. My husband hates his photos being taken and he enjoyed our engagement session and loved talking to Sydney's husband who was with her. When it came to our wedding day, Sydney has this awesome questionnaire that answers everything! There were questions on there I never even thought about!! She showed up early and found places for portraits and checked in on me. She's just the sweetest and made our day so special, even through the stressful parts. She was a blast at our reception dancing with everyone on the dance floor while taking photos, like I said she made the day even better. We were sitting in our hotel room the night of our wedding and I got a Facebook notification from Sydney Marie Photography, Sydney had posted 10 photos from our wedding, I couldn't believe it and it made me so happy. I can't thank Sydney enough for everything, if you're looking for a photographer do not hesitate and hire her.
Sarah, 4 years ago
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Rylee Makenna Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Ionia, MI

After being adopted from China, I fell in love with everything creativity. I was always drawing, editing my friend’s insta pictures for fun, and of course having mini photoshoots. I felt so much joy when it came to creating art that could be saved forever. It didn’t take until college that I used all my money from my savings to buy my own camera- yeah I definitely knew my priorities. When I had time in between classes and studying I devoted it to taking pictures of everything. Wedding photography was a complete different realm of opportunities. Capturing the sweetest day and to gift that is unmatched.

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Rylee is so talented and makes her photo shoots so much fun! You won’t be disappointed!
Dawn, a year ago
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Green Fork Food 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Ionia, MI

After working in the food industry for years, I got fed up with the low quality of food and service that was being offered in the west Michigan area. I wanted to be able to provide creative and unique foods that are locally sourced and created from fresh ingredients from local farms and business. The way that we are able to provide amazing food is we have invested in a mobile kitchen to ensure your food is made to perfection on site, rather than being transported from A to B in hotboxes where quality is lost like most restaurants & caters.

Absolutely love this crew and their amazing food! Highly recommend for any wedding or private event.
Zach Roberts, 8 months ago
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Rhythm & Lights 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Ionia, MI

SO Rhythm & lights was founded in 1989. And the premise is really simple, simple pricing that includes everything we got. We only have two add ons. If you need the ceremony, and if you want a photobooth. Our teams going to setup all the lighting, and give you their all every single time, because the price doesnt dictate if they do that. We got you covered from every aspect. We do not do hourly rates, so no need to worry about the smallest details. BEcause we worry about the smallest details. You can just have FUN at your wedding.

Rhythm and lights exceeded our expectations. They were easy to work with every step of the planning process and very helpful. As a nervous bride this was very important, their attention to detail throughout was a huge weight off my chest, knowing I didn’t have to worry about anything. Mitch was our dj and he was absolutely amazing. The reception flowed flawlessly and the dance floor was full all night. (Ask for Mitch) I can’t imagine how different my wedding would have been if I hadn’t booked Rhythm and lights! Literally the best ️. Thank you!!!
Lexie V., 4 months ago
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All Things Considered gr 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,195
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Your wedding day is a celebration of love and the start of a beautiful journey; but with so many decisions that often leave your head swimming, it’s easy for this special time to quickly become more stressful than you want it to be. That’s why we're here! The service of All things Considered goes beyond planning; we are your advocates, prioritizing you and your vision so you can be fully present with each other and actually enjoy your engagement. We will take the time to understand you, reassure you, and help you create the wedding you desire, by guiding you through the wedding planning process and managing every less-than-magical detail.

Rachelle and her whole team know event management! I have been at several weddings where they had everything aligned from the set-up to tear down.
Matt Murphy, 10 months ago
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Distinctive Catering & Bar Services 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Serves Ionia, MI

With over 25 years of experience in wedding and event planning, Distinctive Catering is Michigan’s Premier Reception Caterer. Our experienced event coordinators and chefs assist you with all of your needs along the way, including menu selections, tastings, venue tours, consultations, recommendations, and more! We know how important this special day is and we will gladly help you execute every detail.

Distinctive Catering and Bar Services was great! While we did pick an easy food selection (can't ever go wrong with a taco bar), the food was delicious. We had plenty of it, too, even extra which I was a little surprised by but not mad about it! The food staff were prompt, organized, and easy to work with. They stayed at their station and attended to everything. The DJ was also great - he interacted with guests and joined in on the grooving while doing his job. He was also prompt and organized. Both displays were great, too, especially since none of us had been to this venue prior to the event to know what we were working with.
Kimberly S., 2 months ago
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Studio D2D Event Center 

5.0

Grand Rapids, MI
  • Venue
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $3,995
  • Offer

Studio D2D is housed in a beautifully restored historic building, located just 2 exits south of downtown Grand Rapids. Our gorgeous venues feature exposed brick walls, original hardwood flooring, immense wooden beams, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. We have preserved the integrity of the building while creating a balance of vintage charm and sophisticated elegance. The industrial feel combined with the modern decor of chandeliers, and uplighting creates a picture-perfect event space. Studio D2D’s dedicated team participates in more than one hundred weddings and events each year. With their combined knowledge, they make the perfect event-coordinating team. If you are looking for a beautiful reception venue, highly skilled staff, exclusive access to the best vendors, and a stress-free experience, take time to meet with Studio D2D. Once you have chosen the perfect location, let us help you streamline the rest of your event with our all-inclusive packages!

Studio D2D Event Center was a beautiful, open-concept venue with stunning city views that provided the perfect backdrop for our wedding day. The team was fantastic to work with - very responsive over email and great about answering all our questions during planning. On the wedding day itself, the day-of coordinators and event staff were total pros, running everything smoothly so I could relax and enjoy myself. The decor team did an especially amazing job bringing our vision to life and adding those special personalized touches. From start to finish, Studio D2D made the process easy and stress-free. Their modern space and experienced, accommodating team contributed so much to creating exactly the wedding we envisioned. Highly recommend them for any couple's special day!
Allison F., 2 months ago
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KMB Confections LLC 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Ionia, MI

“Cakes are special. Every birthday, every celebration ends with something sweet, a cake, and people remember. It’s all about the memories.” — Buddy Valastro Established in 2016, KMB Confections is a boutique bakery located in Ada, Michigan. Owner Kelli Basher will work with you to design a beautiful, delicious work of art that will be the centerpiece of your event. With over 20 years of decorating experience, you can trust us to create the cake of your dreams!

Kelli was amazing!! She took our vision and made it reality! We even had our wedding on a day that didn't work perfectly with her schedule, but she still made it happen and for that we are so grateful! To say we were obsessed with the cake is an understatement! We thought about our cake flavors from the tasting to the wedding day, and still think about it a little each day! She makes delicious cake and her cinnamon flavor is beyond delicious! Everything looked so beautiful and our guests loved their mini cupcakes! We definitely recommend and would give her 10 stars if we could!
Emma R., 2 months ago
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Grand Rapids Bartending 

5.0

  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Ionia, MI
  • Offer

After many years of bartending in various environments, we decided to bring our bartending expertise to the wedding industry. With well over 10 years of bartending experience, we have the knowledge and expertise to help you plan and execute a wonderful bar experience for you and your guests. When we aren't bartending, you can find us spending time outdoors with our friends and our fur babies, playing trivia, or looking for our next adventure.

Nena and Tim were extremely professional, personable and great to communicate with prior to our big day! It was so nice to have them work out all the specifics and feel as though I had no worries on my wedding day about the bar/bartending! They were both very personable with our guests, and the Jell-O shots they made were superb! HIGHLY recommend Nena & Tim for any event!
Haley, 5 months ago
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Port 393 

4.3

Holland, MI
  • Venue
  • Up to 225 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Offer

Port 393 is a luxury event space in Holland, MI. We have a customizable floor plan and even a rooftop where you and your guests can witness views of Lake Macatawa. Port 393 has a main level reception space with a full bar and catering kitchen, along with a second floor containing a cocktail hour area, full bar & garage door access to the sky view rooftop lounge. Port 393 has a list of catering partners for every event, within every price range making it easy to find amazing vendors! Port 393 is currently booking weddings on Thursday - Sunday. Port 393 has availability for showers, parties, rehearsal and so much more on weekdays as well! Our Offerings: 🥂 Exclusive use of the whole building for the whole day 🥂 Top-of-the-line audio & visual systems 🥂 In house rentals for your convenience 🥂 Access to our proprietary online Guest Portal! 🥂 On-site ceremonies (with 1 hour complimentary rehearsal time) 🥂 Two luxury built in bars 🥂Getting Ready Cove House

Port was an absolute dream!! The venue itself is modern and gorgeous. My guest loved being able to spend the night dancing downstairs or chatting on the couches on the rooftop! Getting ready at the venue itself made my day much less stressful! The Port staff is excellent and goes above and beyond to make your day amazing. My photos from Kollen Park (nearby) are gorgeous against the water! Holland was a perfect long weekend wedding destination and I wouldn’t have changed a thing! Late night pretzels from The Knot Spot (nearby) were a hit too!!
Courtney & K., 3 years ago
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ShirLee Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Hello there! My name is Shirley, I am a Grand Rapids based photographer. I love to create authentic images that show my clients at their best. When shooting I try to capture both candid and posed images, so that I can give you the best highlights and details of your day. Extra skills: I am fluent in both English and Spanish :)

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I collaborated with Shirley on a project in February. She took some branding photos of me for my business and I could not be happier with the outcome! Her style is beautiful, and the photos were a perfect addition to my website. Shirley is kind, professional, and timely. I highly recommend working with her!
Lauren Hybels, 2 years ago
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KNCO Private Dining & Event Catering 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Ionia, MI

Many beautiful and amazing moments happen throughout life while dining with people that we love in places that we cherish. With KNCO Private Dining & Event Catering, our guests are able to relax and relish in those moments to a tune of euphoria. After over 15 years in the hospitality industry, both in chef and service roles, I began mentally developing the idea of KNCO as a brand itself. The concept of this started as & remains under one umbrella; using our refined skills in personal service to create a deserved feeling of tranquility, as well as preparation & execution as a medium to stimulate and satisfy your senses of both scent & taste.

Great service all the way from planning through our wedding day. Very transparent when planning with pricing and expectations. Incredible quality and appearance of all the food from plating to table setup. Just overall incredible service and food. Would highly recommend!
Sarah K., 6 months ago
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Old Stonegate Farms 

5.0

Nunica, MI
  • Venue
  • Up to 271 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor

Welcome to our charming barn venue, where life’s unforgettable celebrations are created! Nestled in the scenic beauty of Western Michigan, our venue offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and a magical ambiance!

First off, the grounds with charming waterfall & cross we requested for our ceremony were exactly what we were looking for in a wedding venue. The rustic chic barn with chandeliers was set up beautifully with their tables & chairs. It was so special to have the farmhouse for us and our wedding party to hang out before the ceremony, with both a bridal suite and makeup room for the girls on the second floor. On the first floor the guys hung out and had their own separate room to get ready. The staff went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly on our special day, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Our guests all raved about how beautiful the venue was, and we couldn't agree more. Thank you Melissa and the staff at Old Stonegate Farms for making our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Sarah & B., 7 months ago
Avalon The Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Ionia, MI

I have been a professional musician for my entire life. My mom was a music teacher & started me on piano at age 5. At 14, I discovered singing & the guitar. They have been a big part of my life since. I am an alum of Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA & toured the country extensively. Wedding receptions have always been my favorite because of the wonderful joyous feeling in the air. I enjoy putting on a great show & exceeding the client's expectations. I own a music school and understand that the customer is king. I've done over 300 weddings & always do my best to ensure that your special day is spectacular.

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Hi I just copied and pasted this from the review I sent over. This band was incredible!! I’m so happy we decided to go with them—they rocked all night! The number one thing guests were commenting on, I can’t tell you how many times I was asked, “Where did you FIND them?!” The songs they played were perfect; you can really tell they pay attention to the vibe of the crowd! They offer services for all sound needs throughout the day (mics for officiant, ceremony sound, cocktail hour, etc). Rich is an all-around good person: professional, kind, easy-going. Typically responds within a day, which I was so thankful for! And they’re completely affordable, it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to have great live music!! We knew we wanted a band but I hadn't had luck finding anyone close to us that was affordable, responsive, and had wedding experience, so we almost gave up and had a dj instead, but I'm so happy we found Avalon! I cannot say enough times they exceeded all expectations and made the reception so unforgettable! Thank you for all the energy and talent you brought to our special day!
Stefanie, 3 years ago

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