AELO Alumni | Jamie + James, 11/11/23

VENUE AND CATERING: THE OFFSHORE ROOFTOP BAR | DECOR: DREAMSCAPES WEDDING DESIGNS | PHOTOGRAPHY: AUBREY JANE | VIDEO: WELL TOLD WEDDINGS | LIVE PAINTING: ARTABELLA GALLERY | DRAPE: MK LIGHTING DESIGN | HAIR AND MAKEUP: BLUSH AND BRAIDS BEAUTY BAR

What an incredible evening! Talk about a couple made for each other. Jamie and Jim were full of joy on their wedding day and we were so honored to be a part of it. From the adorable ring bearer in his tiny Bentley, to the rocking dance floor, these two were all smiles all day. We are so lucky to be able to be a part of so many celebrations, and it’s days like these that make it truly special. J+J are the sweetest people in the world and deserve every happiness and glittery gown that life has to offer.

Congratulations, cuties! We adore you!

AELO Alumni | Mary Beth + Steve, 11/13/21

VENUE: IGNITE GLASS STUDIO | CATERING: COCINA FUSION | DJ: TOAST AND JAM | PHOTOGRAPHY: MAYPOLE STUDIOS

MB and Steve are two of the sweetest people we've had the pleasure of working with. Hosts at heart, they had to go all out for their wedding--putting on a truly heartwarming wedding complete with an incredible flower man entrance and touching words from their friend/officiant. After rings and kisses were exchanged, guests were delighted by an in-house glass blowing demonstration during cocktail hour. After a spectacular dinner service, MB and Steve's family and friends were anxious to get out on the dance floor and they tore.it.up! We could tell that every person in attendance was feeling the love for this couple; it was so nice to be there to help make this day happen for such an incredible group of people.

AELO Alumni | Lucy + Jay, 9/25/21

VENUE: FIREHOUSE CHICAGO | CATERING: HEARTY BOYS | FLORAL: TRA BLUME | DJ: REVERB SOUND | PHOTOGRAPHY: TYLER CORE | CAKE: SCHWEET CHEESECAKE | GF SWEETS: DELOURED

This is an ode to morning weddings.

Lucy and Jay were really on to something when they decided to get married on a September morning at Firehouse Chicago. Not only was this something unique and different, it was also incredibly thoughtful as they wanted to marry in the morning so that Jay's Wisconsin relatives could make it down to Chicago and back home in time to milk their cows (true story--we couldn't make this up). The weather was absolutely perfect, the light for photos was superb and the vibe was laid back and loving. Lucy is incredibly organized and attentive to details and she's the only bride we know who giggled her way down the aisle. After she and Jay said "I do", guests enjoyed the sun in the garden courtyard and were later invited inside Firehouse for a carvery lunch. After their meal, dancing, lawn games AND karaoke kept everyone entertained. To top it all off, in lieu of a traditional cake, Lucy and Jay served a variety of cheese cakes as a nod to their Wisconsin relatives.

AELO Alumni | Susan + Alex, 11/6/21

VENUE: IGNITE GLASS STUDIOS | CATERING: AMAZING EDIBLES | PHOTOGRAPHY: THE STILL LIFE | FLOWERS: BOU K | DJ: MILK MAJER | TRIO: LIVE OAK TRIO

These. Two. Mr. and Dr. Alex and Susan are two of the sweetest people you’ll ever meet. Both brilliant, both so good natured, and so in love with each other. It was such a joy to finally watch them say their vows in front of the beautiful arch by Bou K. These self-proclaimed nerds are perfect for each other. The beautiful ceremony was followed by the sweetest toasts from their parents and friends, and then that dance floor was PACKED from the first song to the very last.

Congratulations to these two wonderful people! We know your life together will be absolutely wonderful!

AELO Alumni | Terian + Nate, 10/3/21

VENUE: CAFE BRAUER | CATERING: J&L CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHY: MEGAN SAUL | DECOR: FLOWER FIRM | DJ: STYLEMATTERS | HAIR: WE ONLY DO PRETTY | MAKEUP: NIKA VAUGHN | CAKE: AMY BECK CAKES | PHOTOBOOTH: I LOVE PHOTOBOOTH

What a JOY to finally get these two down the aisle! We had so. much. fun. planning with Terian and Nate for what turned out to be a lot longer than any of us expected! Originally set for June 2020… then October 2020… and finally for October 2021, their wedding was a computer nerd’s DREAM. Those moody fall colors, twinkle lights, karaoke, the cake! Terian’s DRESS! Everything from the VCR gift card box to the floppy disc escort cards to the kitty cake toppers, was perfectly them, and we are so happy we got to be a part of it. Terian and Nate are two truly wonderful people, who took COVID planning in stride and were so understanding and lovely as we all navigated these strange times. We wish them all the best in whatever the future brings.

Cheers, you two!