A sculptural floral arrangement in a modern green palette.

Robin & Eli’s Modern Michigan Wedding

September 26, 2025

Modern Glass-Atrium Wedding in Plymouth, Michigan | Robin & Eli’s Editorial, Film-Inspired Day

If you’re dreaming of a chic, modern wedding in the Midwest with artistic details, architecture that stuns, and photos that feel like stills from the most beautiful indie film, Robin & Eli’s September wedding in Plymouth, Michigan is about to live rent-free in your head (it still is in mine!!). Their celebration blended contemporary design, heartfelt moments, and a color palette bold enough to stop traffic—all captured through my documentary-meets-editorial approach and 35mm film wedding photography.

As a Midwest film wedding photographer who loves intimate, emotional storytelling, this day checked every single box.

A 35mm film photo of a structural green floral arrangement.

A Modern Love Story with Soft Beginnings

Robin & Eli met the way all cozy, low-pressure love stories should: at a friend’s birthday party. One conversation turned into many, and eventually into a partnership built on ease, humor, and the kind of devotion you can feel in every frame. Their wedding carried that same energy—intentional, stylish, and deeply them.

A bride and groom kiss in an arched brick portico.

The Chicest Midwest Wedding Color Palette: Chartreuse, Eggplant & Mauve

When I say their palette was a moment, I mean…Vogue needs to see this.

Think:

Chartreuse pops in the florals
Eggplant accents woven through the décor
Bridesmaids in soft mauve satin dresses that shimmered in the September light

It felt elevated, unexpected, and straight-up editorial. Their floral designer leaned fully into sculptural textures: calla lilies, blown-out tulips, modern orchids—all arranged in airy, asymmetrical shapes that looked like fine art installations scattered throughout the venue.

An open air atrium wedding venue with a glass ceiling, crystal chandelier, and indoor trees lining red brick walls.

An open air atrium wedding venue with a glass ceiling, arched windows, and indoor trees lining red brick walls.

A Wedding Venue With a Glass Atrium & Crystal Chandeliers

This Plymouth wedding venue was an absolute dream for documentary and editorial wedding photography. The ceremony took place beneath a sweeping glass atrium ceiling, which flooded the space with soft, natural light. Golden rays caught the crystal chandeliers, giving everything a warm, glowing luminosity—like nature and old-world glamour had a baby.

If you’re hunting for a wedding venue in Michigan, with incredible light and architectural detail, Saint John’s Resort needs to be on your shortlist.

Robin’s Effortlessly Modern Bridal Style

Robin stepped into the day wearing a minimalist bridal silhouette that made everyone gasp—in the best possible way. Her gown featured:

Clean, structural lines
Elegant off-the-shoulder straps
A modern, pared-back vibe that let her beauty and emotions take center stage

She looked timeless yet unmistakably contemporary—exactly the blend that editorial weddings nail so well.

Documentary & Editorial Film-Inspired Photography for a Heartfelt Celebration

Throughout the day, I photographed Robin & Eli with my signature blend of documentary candid moments and editorial, cinematic compositions. I also brought along a roll of film to capture the textures, tones, and honest emotion of the day in a way only analog can.

Some of my favorite moments included:

The way Robin’s bouquet moved like artwork in her hands
Eli’s face softening during the first look
Guests wiping tears beneath those chandelier prisms
The dance floor absolutely erupting once the sun dipped beneath the glass atrium

The whole day held this grounded, emotional magic that made photographing it feel effortless.

Planning Your Own Editorial or Film-Inspired Midwest Wedding?

If you’re drawn to:

modern color palettes
sculptural florals
documentary wedding photos that feel honest
editorial portraits that feel like fine art
the nostalgic warmth of film wedding photography

…then we might be the perfect match.

As a St. Louis, Missouri-based wedding photographer, I photograph weddings across the Midwest, and beyond, capturing your day with intention, artistry, and an eye for the quiet moments that say the most.

Reach out here, I’d love to dream with you.

xo, Stacey

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