SELECTED WORK ACROSS MICHIGAN & BEYOND
Celebrations designed around the people at the heart of them.
Celebrations designed around the people at the heart of them.
A portfolio of weddings and events thoughtfully planned, designed, and produced throughout Michigan and beyond.
photography via Amélie Ferdais
Created at Hidden Grove Estate, Modern Garden began with the venue itself—its dramatic interiors, architectural details, and the natural landscape just beyond the windows.
Rather than bringing in a separate theme, we designed the editorial around the feeling of the space. Olive green, deep fuchsia, sculptural florals, fruit, natural wood, elegant glassware, and touches of gold brought the garden indoors while keeping the overall design modern and refined.
The result was an immersive, design-forward celebration that reimagined tradition without losing its sense of warmth.
Featured in the Detroit Spring/Summer 2026 issue of WeddingDay Magazine.
Founder and Michigan wedding planner Danielle McKee shares the experiences that shaped Futtitinni Events—from beginning her career in the event industry at fourteen to building a planning company grounded in connection, collaboration, and thoughtful service.
The VoyageMichigan interview explores Danielle’s approach to luxury wedding and event planning, the resilience required to grow a creative business, and why every celebration should feel personal to the people at its center. She also reflects on the future of Michigan weddings, including the shift toward more intentional design, meaningful guest experiences, and traditions reimagined around each couple’s story.
At the heart of Futtitinni Events is a simple belief: the most memorable celebrations are not defined by how perfect they appear, but by how deeply they make people feel welcomed, cared for, and connected.
photography via ShirLee Photography
This elegant Lake Michigan wedding featured a neutral-toned outdoor reception with long family-style tables, soft linens, and timeless floral design—an effortlessly refined celebration by the water. Included in our wedding planner portfolio, this event highlights our expertise in natural elegance and curated event design for lakeside weddings across Michigan.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byMeghan Baskin
This curated, lakeside wedding tablescape features neutral layers, textured chargers, and understated florals—perfect for an elevated backyard reception overlooking Lake Michigan. Included in our wedding planner portfolio, this design showcases how thoughtful styling can bring relaxed luxury to intimate outdoor weddings, especially for couples planning from afar.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Meghan Baskin
This modern greenery-draped wedding seating chart display is a standout detail from our wedding planner portfolio. Captured at a Lake Michigan backyard wedding near Benton Harbor, Michigan, this personalized escort card wall greeted guests with style and intention. From curated materials to elevated visual storytelling, it reflects our signature planning approach: design-driven, guest-focused, and rooted in thoughtful execution.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photo by Meghan Baskin
Aerial view of an elegant lakefront ceremony layout with white chairs, custom design details, and natural greenery.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byMeghan Baskin
Guest holding a bespoke wedding ceremony program designed for a lakeside celebration.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byMeghan Baskin
Wedding bar with a custom “Club Riege” neon sign, floral installation by Hyssop Floral, and white rentals from Timeless Event Rentals. Modern and chic drink station design.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byMeghan Baskin
Bride and groom running hand-in-hand through a golden field at sunset, captured in warm light with natural movement and romantic energy.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byOlivia Anderson Photography
This bar styling vignette is featured in our wedding planner portfolio and showcases a whimsical backyard wedding reception with blue-and-white chinoiserie, fresh lemons, garden roses, and a handwritten bar menu. Designed for couples planning summer celebrations with playful charm, this design captures the essence of backyard entertaining done beautifully.
Planning and Design by Futtitinni Events | Danielle McKee
Photography by Olivia Anderson Photography
These custom topiaries were a heartfelt highlight of this Italian garden-inspired outdoor wedding reception—crafted with love and intention for Bailey and James’s summer celebration. Part of our wedding planner portfolio, this tented Michigan event blended personal touches with refined styling, creating a design-forward atmosphere guests will never forget.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Olivia Anderson Photography
This sailcloth tent wedding is a highlight from our wedding planner portfolio, hosted at a private residence and styled with ambient lighting for an unforgettable night under the stars. Behind-the-scenes coordination and outdoor logistics blended with a design-forward approach to create a celebration that was both elevated and effortless.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Olivia Anderson Photography
This Italian garden-inspired wedding tablescape was part of our wedding planner portfolio, styled for a tented reception near Lake Michigan. Featuring fresh lemons, delicate orchids, and garden roses, the soft palette and sailcloth tent created a sun-kissed, refined atmosphere—perfect for couples dreaming of effortless, elevated summer weddings in Michigan.
Planning & Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Olivia Anderson Photography
This champagne escort wall display is a standout feature from our wedding planner portfolio, combining guest seating and a celebratory welcome moment. Styled under a sailcloth tent for a Lake Michigan summer wedding, it offered guests a glass of bubbly as they found their seats—elevated, functional, and photo-ready.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Olivia Anderson Photography
This guest table setup at The McKay Ballroom in Grand Rapids, Michigan is part of our wedding planner portfolio, featuring an autumn-inspired reception design with warm neutrals, structured florals, and elevated indoor styling. A refined showcase of ballroom wedding design that blends classic architecture with modern romance—perfect for couples planning a sophisticated Michigan wedding in the city.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by The Fourniers
This romantic fall wedding portrait, captured at a private venue in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is part of our wedding planner portfolio and highlights the golden hues of autumn. With seasonal foliage and architectural charm, this image reflects the timeless elegance we bring to Michigan wedding celebrations.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byThe Fourniers
A cake table that made guests stop in their tracks. Styled beneath a dramatic chandelier with floral accents and layered textures, this feature moment is part of our wedding planner portfolio and showcases how bold styling elements can elevate even the sweetest details. A timeless reception setup designed for impact and intention.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by The Fourniers
This autumn wedding tablescape at The McKay Ballroom in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is part of our wedding planner portfolio, blending warmth with refinement. Designed with soft candlelight, gold-toned accents, and a rich palette of chocolate and ivory, this guest table captures the timeless charm of a luxury indoor reception. A perfect fit for couples seeking romantic design with historic venue character.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by The Fourniers
An elevated entry moment styled with lush florals and custom signage, this wedding welcome table set the tone for an elegant celebration at The McKay Ballroom in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Part of our wedding planner portfolio, it showcases the importance of thoughtful details that greet guests with intention and warmth from the moment they arrive.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by The Fourniers
This vintage-style Fetefone audio guestbook was a charming highlight of this Michigan wedding reception, offering guests a playful and modern way to leave heartfelt voice messages. Part of our wedding planner portfolio, this interactive moment adds a personal touch that resonates long after the day is done—capturing stories, laughter, and love in a way traditional guestbooks can’t.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by The Fourniers
This glamorous wedding head table—set inside The McKay Ballroom in downtown Grand Rapids—showcases our signature Futtitinni style: refined, layered, and grounded in intention. From the neutral palette to the thoughtful symmetry, every element is curated for impact. As part of our wedding planner portfolio, this design highlights our expertise in executing luxury wedding receptions in Michigan’s most iconic venues.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by The Fourniers
This autumn-inspired wedding tablescape is featured in our wedding planner portfolio, designed for an elevated ballroom celebration in Michigan. With long banquet-style seating, layered place settings, and a warm floral palette of fall hues, this design showcases our signature balance of elegance and intention. It’s a refined reception setup perfect for indoor venues with historic charm or modern architecture.
Design and Planning by Danielle McKee Futtitinni Events
Photography by The Fourniers
This live painting moment is part of our wedding planner portfolio, captured during a celebration at The Ballroom at McKay in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Incorporating a live wedding painter added a unique, interactive element to the reception—doubling as both entertainment and keepsake art. A standout detail for couples who want their wedding to feel unforgettable and personal.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by The Fourniers
Live Painting by Julia McNally
This editorial-style portrait is featured in our wedding planner portfolio and captures the couple just moments after their ceremony in Petoskey, Michigan. Their classic style and effortless chemistry brought a timeless elegance to this lakeside town—ideal inspiration for couples planning a chic Northern Michigan wedding.
Comprehensive Wedding Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byAmelie Ferdais
This joyful cake cutting moment in Petoskey, Michigan is part of our wedding planner portfolio, capturing one of the sweetest traditions of the night. Set against the backdrop of an elegant lakeside celebration, this image highlights the emotional storytelling that makes each wedding memorable—from laughter-filled toasts to shared slices of cake.
Comprehensive Wedding Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byAmelie Ferdais
A dreamy head table moment from this tented wedding reception overlooking Lake Michigan. Part of our wedding planner portfolio, this scene features classic neutrals, lush florals, and sweeping lake views—capturing the kind of relaxed refinement couples love for upscale outdoor celebrations.
Comprehensive Wedding Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byAmelie Ferdais
A timeless Catholic wedding ceremony at St. Mary’s Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With soaring cathedral ceilings, ornate architecture, and a reverent ambiance, this sacred celebration is a standout in our wedding planner portfolio—perfect for couples seeking a traditional yet grand indoor wedding setting.
Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Andi B
This refined ballroom reception at the Amway Grand Plaza in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a standout in our wedding planner portfolio. Featuring gilded columns, crystal chandeliers, and a timeless tablescape with soft neutrals and elegant textures, this iconic venue perfectly captured the couple’s vision of classic sophistication and elevated celebration.
Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Andi B
This unforgettable reception moment—part of our wedding planner portfolio—features the groom jumping in on saxophone with the live band at the Amway Grand Plaza’s Pantlind Ballroom in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. A perfect example of how thoughtful planning meets spontaneous joy on the dance floor.
Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byAndi B
This playful wedding cake display at Wildwood Family Farms in Alto, Michigan featured a cheerful color palette and floral backdrop that brought charm and personality to the reception. A perfect sweet moment in a rustic-luxe setting.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byAmy Carroll
This refined reception tablescape at Wildwood Family Farms in Caledonia, Michigan, featured crisp linens, soft candlelight, and a clean neutral palette—offering guests a warm and polished dining atmosphere for a summer wedding celebration.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byAmy Carroll
A tender first dance moment captured beneath the trees at Wildwood Family Farms in Caledonia, Michigan. The open-air setting, lush greens, and joyful movement created a truly magical reception memory.
Planning and Design by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byAmy Carroll
Captured just steps from the venue, this editorial-style bridal portrait was taken on a private Detroit pier rented exclusively for the wedding party. With the skyline and waterfront as a backdrop, it brought a modern, fashion-forward edge to this stylish Brooklyn Detroit wedding—an unforgettable feature in our portfolio.
Comprehensive Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byErin Hannum
Event Design by Modernly Events
This dramatic head table setup at The Brooklyn in Detroit, Michigan, features bold red draping, layered florals, and modern black chairs for a look that’s both editorial and inviting. Designed for a couple who wanted to wow, this reception vignette is part of our wedding planner portfolio showcasing bold, design-forward weddings in Southeast Michigan.
Comprehensive Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byErin Hannum
Event Design by Modernly Events
A vibrant wedding reception held at The Brooklyn in Detroit, Michigan—styled with bold florals, candlelight, and statement table settings. This design-forward celebration was coordinated by Futtitinni Events and planned for couples seeking a fun, high-energy atmosphere in an urban loft setting. Part of our wedding planner portfolio featuring colorful, modern weddings in Southeast Michigan.
Comprehensive Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byErin Hannum
Event Design by Modernly Events
A joyful, nature-filled wedding party portrait session along the wooded shoreline of Torch Lake in Alden, Michigan. Captured on private estate grounds, this lakeside moment is part of our wedding planner portfolio showcasing playful, design-forward wedding celebrations in Northern Michigan.
Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byKate English Photography
This sophisticated placecard display welcomed guests with a clean, floral-forward design that set the tone for an elevated wedding reception. This refined entry table emphasized thoughtful details and guest experience from the very start.
Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Kate English Photography
A candid black-and-white moment from a lakeside wedding ceremony on Torch Lake, Michigan—capturing the bride’s parents during the live violinist performance. This emotionally charged image speaks to the heart of wedding storytelling and the irreplaceable value of documentary-style photography.
Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Kate English Photography
Modern wedding portrait of a bride and groom standing in front of the War Memorial in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, with a moody sky and elegant architecture in the background.
Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography byBrittany Carress Photography
A classic black and white wedding table setting from The War Memorial in Detroit, Michigan. This modern, monochrome look proves that timeless style never goes out of fashion.
Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Brittany Carress Photography
A striking black and white wedding reception tablescape at the War Memorial in Detroit, Michigan. Timeless, sophisticated, and modern—this look blends classic color contrast with upscale event styling.
Wedding Coordination by Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events
Photography by Brittany Carress Photography
A modern, glamorous wedding hosted at the Grand Rapids Art Museum. From the statement floral arch to the timeless bridal style, every detail radiated elevated sophistication.
Photography by Tifani Lyn Photography
Coordination by Futtitinni Events
A modern wedding reception setup at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, featuring neutral tones, round guest tables, and minimalist floral design.
Planning and design by Futtitinni Events. Photography via Tifani Lyn Photography