AELO Alumni | Leslie + Aris, 10/29/23

VENUE: CAFE BRAUER | FLORIST: VALE OF ENNA | DJ: TOAST AND JAM | PHOTOGRAPHY: SARAH PYO | CATERING: ZELDA’S | HAIR AND MAKEUP: DIEM ANGIE | TRANSPORTATION: SIGNATURE TRANSPORTATION GROUP

Aris and Leslie danced the night away with family and friends after their beautiful ceremony and reception at Cafe Brauer. They did not let the brisk weather stop them from enjoying an outdoor ceremony located on the South Loggia followed by a cocktail hour on the North Loggia. Dinner followed with speeches, toasts and kisses. Once dancing kicked off, the guests were provided with costumes and continued to dance the night away. Congratulations Leslie and Aris!

AELO Alumni | Becky + Matt, 8/11/23

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS | CATERING: FOOD FOR THOUGHT | DJ: CAGE + AQUARIUM | PHOTOGRAPHER: TWO BIRDS PHOTOGRAPHY

Becky is an NYC theatre gal--and her theatre pals were all too happy to fly in for her and Matthew's wedding. They sang a capella as she walked down the rooftop aisle and the officiant, John, did a phenomenal job presiding over the ceremony with heartfelt humor and flair as Becky and Matthew became husband and wife. After the skyline ceremony, the party moved to Lacuna Loft's impressive Reverie Gallery where a delectable dinner was served followed by a show stoppingly packed dance floor--theatre folk know how to get down! We adored working remotely with Becky and Matthew as they planned their destination wedding from afar. They are the sweetest couple and we wish them all the best! <3

AELO Alumni | Courtney + Matt, 4/15/23

VENUE: ARTIFACT EVENTS | CATERING: COCINA FUSION | DECOR: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | BAND: BLUEWATER KINGS

Literally two of the most perfect humans on the planet. We had such a good time with these two genuine, kind-hearted, organized people. We loved every minute of their day, from the sweetest first look, to the gorgeous ceremony, to the dance floor that was boppin’ all night. We just know these two are going to have the best lives together. They are surrounded by wonderful people, and they couldn’t be more wonderful themselves. One for the record books.

Congratulations, Courtney + Matt! We love you!

AELO Alumni | Lisa + Itzik, 8/14/22

VENUE: CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN | PHOTOGRAPHY: INGRID BONNE PHOTOGRAPHY | VIDEO: OLD NORTH FILM COMPANY | FLORALS: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | BAND: STITELY ENTERTAINMENT | DJ: ELEVATED ENTERTAINMENT | HAIR + MAKEUP: NIKA VAUGHN BRIDAL ARTISTS | HOTEL: ALLEGRO

A journey two and a half years in the making! Lisa + Itzik’s fourth wedding date was a success! In February of 2020, we started planning their day… which was of course, rescheduled due to Covid. Twice. They had a microwedding in 2020, so finally getting to celebrate their nuptials was nothing short of joyous. We loved working with Lisa’s sister, Heidi, in 2016, and getting to connect with their friends and family again was so much fun! It was a night of dancing, celebration, and big big love. Lisa was stunning in her gown and Itzik is an incredible guitarist, even jumping in with the band! Lisa + Itzik are wonderful people, and we know their lives together are going to be fantastic.

Mazel tov, you two!

AELO Alumni | Meaghan + Nigel, 6/18/22

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS | CATERER: LM CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHER: GINDA PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ + PHOTOBOOTH: DEPENDABLE WEDDINGS | FLORIST: ASHLAND ADDISON

Congratulations to these lovebirds! Meghan and Nigel had the most beautiful weather for their rooftop wedding at Lacuna Lofts. The Chicago skyline provided a stunning backdrop for their ceremony and added the perfect touch to their elegant Chicago-themed wedding. We couldn't be happier for Meghan and Nigel and we wish them (and their sweet pup Lyla!) a lifetime of happiness.