HOW TO COMBINE TWO HOUSEHOLDS INTO A HAPPY HOME So, you said, “I do,” – but what does that mean about accepting your soon-to-be’s stuff, too? Regardless of how much you’ve both accumulated, combining two households into one can be a chore and a major headache, and lead to unnecessary strife. Here are some tips…Read More
FOUR BARREL FITNESS OWNER CASE BELCHER OFFERS UP A FEW TIPS TO HELP YOU LOOK AND FEEL YOUR BEST ON YOUR BIG DAY – AND BEYOND BY LISA HORNUNG Everyone wants to look perfect for their wedding, and when you want to lose weight to do your best, you need to find the right diet…Read More
We sent our resident explorer, JD Dotson, in search of the perfect wedding gifts that will land you on the greatest guest list PHOTOS & STORY BY JD DOTSON Always looking for the perfect wedding gift that is sentimental or functional (or both!), I have a tendency to skip buying the single salad fork on…Read More
Laurel Wreath Bridal Owner Laurie Haag shares what’s hot this season? By Mandy Wolf Detwiler Photo of Laurie Haag by Naomi Ruth Photography Photos of wedding gowns courtesy Madi Lane So you’ve got the ring on your finger. Your next step is to most likely pick up a bridal magazine. Maybe two. But don’t get…Read More
Stunning new outdoor venue in Henryville makes planning easy BY MANDY WOLF DETWILER | PHOTOS BY CHRISTIAN WATSON AND COURTESY IMAGES When planning a wedding, the bride and groom have a plethora of decisions to make, from choosing date right down to selecting a guest book and designing the invitations. One of the biggest decisions,…Read More
May 11, 2019 PHOTOS COURTESY ALEXANDRIA KAY PHOTOGRAPHY ALEXANDRIAKAYPHOTOGRAPHY.COM REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE: Noah’s Event Venue REHEARSAL DINNER CATERING: Susie Phelps and Sue Ann Everitt were the caterers. They used to have a catering company but don’t anymore and are friends of the family. WEDDING VENUE: Noah’s Event Venue WEDDING DRESS: Sher’s Bridal Boutique HAIR/MAKEUP: Molly…Read More
June 15, 2019 PHOTOS COURTESY KRIECH-HIGDON PHOTOGRAPHY KRIECH-HIGDONPHOTO.COM REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE: The Loft on Spring in New Albany REHEARSAL DINNER CATERING: Stumler Catering WEDDING VENUE: The Frazier History Museum WEDDING DRESS: Sher’s Bridal HAIR: Kelsey Shaugnessey (Downtown Style) & Kelly Gedling MAKEUP: Kadey Welch NAIL SALON: Diva Nails GROOM’S ATTIRE: Men’s Warehouse WEDDING CATERING: Masterson’s…Read More
May 11, 2019 PHOTOS COURTESY KATIE MARIE PHOTOGRAPHIE KATIEMARIEPHOTOGRAPHIE.COM REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE: Groom’s grandmother’s house, Ruth Kaiser REHEARSAL DINNER CATERING: Groom’s mother’s cooking: DeAnn Burns WEDDING VENUE: St Louis Bertrand Catholic Church RECEPTION VENUE: Hyatt Regency Hotel Downtown WEDDING DRESS: Essence of Australia purchased at Rebecca’s Bridal Boutique with alterations by Therese Grant CUSTOM WEDDING…Read More
Now that you’ve said, “I do,” why not share your special day with Extol readers? We’re seeking brides and grooms who want to give a glimpse of their big day in the pages of our magazine. There is no cost for this multi-page feature, but there must be a Southern Indiana angle. We love sharing…Read More
Ross Wallace & Diana Hylton How did you meet? We met over five years ago through mutual friends. We have a friend who plays music around town, and we would see each other when we’d be out at his shows. We connected, and quickly became inseparable. What’s your engagement story? The day we got…Read More
