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Buffalo AND ROCHESTER Wedding INSPO & IDEAS
Curated for Couples Who Want Something Different



Why Wedding Officiants are So Important
Guest blogger Keri Klein, owner of Flower City Nuptials has been officiating weddings for over 6 years. With over 200 weddings under her...
Oct 8, 20203 min read


Our Wedding Pros Have Corona Solutions!
After months of quarantine and self-isolation, New York is entering phase 3. Many couples with upcoming weddings have postponed,...
Jun 16, 20204 min read


5 Reasons Why You Should Elope in 2021
I’m like you – holding out hope that this summer weddings will start to normalize. Hopefully we won’t have to distance, wear face...
Jun 2, 20204 min read


Mini-Moon Getaway at the Finger Lakes Must-See Vendors
We’re bringing you the must-see wedding vendors to visit for a mini-moon getaway at the Finger Lakes. You and your bae are in quarantine...
May 31, 202012 min read


My Glam Evening Cocktail Party Bridal Shower
What can I tell you about my evening cocktail party bridal shower? It was fabulous. Gorgeous. It was everything I dreamed it would be....
May 1, 20205 min read


My Biggest Regret from My Wedding Day
Now that I’m married, I can share my biggest regret from the day. It’s actually my only regret from the wedding day. I DIDN’T HIRE AN...
Apr 24, 20202 min read


What to Prioritize when Wedding Dress Shopping
Hey! That’s me tearing it up on the dance floor on my wedding day. Clearly having the BEST. DAY. EVER. Now that I’m married, I can’t...
Apr 9, 20204 min read


Quick Tips from a New Wife… Me!
Hey WNY! I’m Ali, the owner of Buffalo + Rochester Indie Weddings and I AM A WIFE! It’s still so new and exciting to think about. I still...
Mar 30, 20203 min read


Thoughtful One Month Out Wedding Tips from Verve Event Co.
Last week, my friend Desiree at Verve Events emailed the most thoughtful one month out wedding tips. This. 👏 Is. 👏 What. 👏 Community...
Feb 7, 20202 min read


Edgy and Sexy Wedding Elopement Inspiration from Silver Dust Visuals
This edgy and sexy wedding elopement inspiration Silver Dust Visuals styled shoot at Resurgence Brewing Co. has us feeling EVERYTHING!...
Jan 21, 20202 min read


Bohemian Luxe Editorial Wedding at Spring Lake Winery
This Bohemian luxe editorial wedding was unforgettable. With a recent rise in the popularity of boho-styled weddings, we were inspired...
Dec 21, 20192 min read


Recap: 2019’s Wedding Styled Shoots
One of the best things about our group is how we collaborate to create magic on wedding styled shoots! Yes, they’re a lot of work to...
Dec 18, 20193 min read


My Mini Moon in Central NY’s Little Las Vegas
Ever considered taking a mini moon with your fiance? I mean, who here needs a vacation? All of us? Obviously. However, I’m sure that the...
Dec 5, 20196 min read


Buffalo Bridal Beauty and Fashion from the Runway at 500 Pearl!
When it comes to Buffalo bridal beauty and fashion, just check out the looks from our runway at 500 Pearl bridal show last month!...
Nov 26, 20191 min read


Stag Pack’s Grooms Checklist
Cheers to Stag Pack for creating the ultimate Grooms Checklist to prep you for the big day! Take note. Copy and paste this bad boy right...
Nov 19, 20193 min read


A White Gloved Wedding at the Botanical Gardens in Buffalo
Real life engaged couple Brittany and Alex have a pretty incredible story. A life-threatening heart attack forced Alex to change much of...
Sep 5, 20191 min read


Rochester Mural Art Wedding Inspiration Bridal Editorial
The inspiration behind this UH-mazing editorial was using local Rochester mural art as wedding inspiration. When a group of women come...
Aug 21, 20192 min read


Two Grooms Wedding in Buffalo: Industrial Garden Editorial
Oh boy, oh boy! Did we have fun creating inspiration for a two grooms wedding in Buffalo, NY editorial shoot! Beer, bright graffiti...
Aug 14, 20192 min read


Boho Glam Meets Science and History at the Buffalo Science Museum
Sometimes the best inspiration comes from the local talent around us. Amy from Anomaly Photography and I got to chatting about working...
Jul 29, 20192 min read


Rustic Elegance Bridal Styled Shoot at La Galleria
If you haven’t had the pleasure of visiting La Galleria – this styled shoot will TOTALLY turn your head! Tucked away in light forestry,...
Jan 11, 20191 min read
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