AELO Alumni | Gina + Mary Kate, 6/8/24

VENUE: PENTHOUSE AT FIORETTA | FLORALS: STEVE’S FLOWER MARKET | MUSIC: TREBLEMONSTERS | PHOTOGRAPHER: FOX + IVORY

OMG we loved these ladies. Gina and Mary Kate designed and planned a spectacular west loop wedding at The Penthouse at Fioretta. With lucky wedding-day rain outside during the ceremony, they said their vows in a window lined, 13th floor room in the clouds. Once the ceremony concluded guests moved into the a stylish reception room to enjoy champagne, espresso martinis, and spicy margaritas. Gina and MK are major foodies and their dinner menu reflected their excellent taste. The food was superb and plentiful all night long. The buffet was never empty switching from outstanding appetizers, a fine dinner spread to dessert, plus passed late night bites. As the sun went down, the wrap around terrace opened up where guests could play jenga, sit by a large stone fire pit and enjoy the skyline. As guests headed home they grabbed a homemade vanilla bourbon that the brides and had made. It was a wonderful day and we loved being a part of it.

AELO Alumni | Jessica + Joe, 12/9/23

VENUE: THE CITY HALL | PHOTOGRAPHER: CONNER PHOTOGRAPHY | CARICATURE ARTIST: LOTHAR SPEER | HAIR+MAKEUP: DIVA ME BELLA | FLORALS: STUDIO POPPY FLORA | CATERER: AMAZING EDIBLES | DJ: DJ AKIB | TRANSPORTATION: WINDY CITY LIMO

What a perfect night celebrating Jessica and Joseph! The City Hall was turned into a romantic yet glamorous space filled with golds and deep greens. Jessica, an event coordinator herself, and Joseph, a Chicago firefighter, said their vows with family seated Golden Globe style while they faced the crowd so they could see their loved ones. They also had a bubble salute as they recessed as husband and wife! A caricature artist provide mini keepsakes for guests and hundreds of cake balls fed the masses. The dance floor was filled all night as guests danced to a variety of music, new and old, including some polkas. What a fun and memorable evening! Congratulations Jessica and Joe!

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 | Mike + Alexander, 9/1/23

VENUE: CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN | PHOTOGRAPHY: WELL TOLD WEDDINGS | FLORALS: THE FLOWER CONCIERGE | CAKE: BITTERSWEET BAKERY | TRANSPORTATION: WINDY CITY LIMO

We do not even have the words for how much we loved being a part of Mike + Alexander’s special day. They are so sweet and kind-hearted, and love each other so much. Surrounding yourself with wonderful people is so important, and M+A have them in spades. What a beautiful night. Al had wanted to get married at the Chicago Botanic Garden since he was a child, and we were just so honored to help that happen. He and Mike had an emotional ceremony followed by an excellent party, dancing late into the night with their family and friends.

You might say, simply the best. Congratulations, cuties! We adore you.

AELO Alumni | Stephanie + Cody, 3/24/23

VENUE: CITY VIEW LOFT | CATERING: LM CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHY: JESUS, BM PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ PERSIST | CENTERPIECES + CHAIRS: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | PERSONAL FLOWERS: HEDONIA | DRAPING AND LIGHTING: A POSH PRODUCTION | HARPIST: ABIGAIL HUGHES STONER | HAIR + MAKEUP: RAREBIRD BEAUTIES

What. A. Night. These two are so special. Cody + Stephanie love to salsa dance and have the cutest cat ever, named Zeke. Not only are they kind and generous, they are so down-to-earth, and they know how to party! When a couple is surrounded by family and friends as wonderful as theirs, you know they’re good people. From the gorgeous ceremony, to the salsa lesson, to the rockin’ dance floor, we loved being a part of Steph + Cody’s day.

Congratulations, kids! We adore you!