AELO Alumni | Candice + Steve, 5/21/17

PHOTOGRAPHER: BRIAN CAREY, FIG MEDIA | CEREMONY: NATIONAL MUSEUM OF PUERTO RICAN ARTS + CULTURE | RECEPTION: HEADQUARTERS BEERCADE | CAKE + DOUGHNUTS: GLAZED + INFUSED, DO-RITE DONUTS | DJ: FIG MEDIA | HAIR + MAKE-UP: PIN ME UP CHICAGO

Donuts and gnomes? Could there have been a better way to celebrate Candice and Steve's wedding day? These two incredibly sweet people met all because of a small garden gnome named Sven.  This fun and unique wedding was everything AELO is about.  From the cultural venue of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture to the fun reception at Headquarters Beercade, this wedding was non-stop fun! The wedding party entrance was right out of the TV game show, "The Price is Right", name tags and all. Candice and Steve's goal was to bring family and friends together to celebrate their love for each other in a fun and relaxed way and they sure pulled it off! Congratulations again, Candice and Steve!

AELO Alumni | Amy + Tanner, 6/9/17

VENUE: NOAH'S EVENT VENUE | CATERER: MY CHEF | PHOTOGRAPHER: RIDDLE ROAD PHOTOGRAPHY | FLOWERS: WHOLE FOODS | CUPCAKES: MOLLY'S CUPCAKES | CAKE: VALERIE DULZER | DJ: SOUNDS ABOUND ENTERTAINMENT

Amy and Tanner had such a special wedding!  From the perfectly executed ivy wall escort cards to the Cubs jersey guest book, these avid Cubs fans had the perfect touches to support their home team! The ceremony was very personal and included a special gift given to Tanner's daughter. At the reception, guests danced the night away while enjoying the delicious Molly's cupcakes and some cake designed by their daughter, Kyla.  What a fun night full of dancing, great food and even better friendships! Congratulations Amy and Tanner! 

AELO Alumni | Hannah + Cole, 6/25/17

VENUE: SALVAGE ONE | PHOTOGRAPHER: KRISTIN @ CAGE + AQUARIUM | CATERING: FIG CATERING | FLORALS: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | LIMO: LIMOTAINMENT | DJ: DANIEL @ CAGE + AQUARIUM

What a beautiful day for Hannah & Cole! Salvage One was the perfectly unique venue for their special day and Flowers for Dreams beautiful geometric lanterns added the perfect touch to the decor. After a very touching ceremony (seriously, not a dry eye in the house!) guests enjoyed a lovely cocktail hour in the beautiful courtyard, followed by a delicious dinner by Fig Catering. Cage & Aquarium got everyone on their feet for a fun dance party and Hannah and Cole's grand sparkler exit was the perfect ending to a perfect day. 

Hannah and Cole are so sweet and SO in love. We wish you a lifetime of happiness!

AELO Alumni | Siobhan + Bill, 1/13/17

VENUE: KITCHEN CHICAGO | PHOTOGRAPHY: MIKE EDEN PHOTOGRAPHY & CANDRA UMUNNA | CATERING: RUBS BACKCOUNTRY BBQ | RENTALS: PARTY CENTRAL | VINTAGE RENTALS: CHICAGO VINTAGE WEDDINGS | BARTENDER: THE BARTEND GROUP | DECOR: THE COUPLE THEMSELVES! | DONUTS: STAN'S

Such an incredible night. Siobhan and Bill are the cutest fox and bear ever! We loved being a part of their intimate wedding in Chicago. All of that decor was created by Siobhan herself! We were so impressed with their vision and talent and loved putting it all together for them. A touching ceremony was followed by an amazing meal from Rubs and they danced the night away to some of the best music spun by Kristin at Toast and Jam. What a perfect way to kick off our year! Congratulations, you two babes! We adore you and wish you a long and happy life together! 

AELO Alumni | Amanda + Jordan, 5/26/17

VENUE: CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER | PHOTOGRAPHY: VICTORIA SPRUNG PHOTOGRAPHY | FLOWERS: FRAGRANT DESIGN | CATERING: JEWELL EVENTS CATERING | DJ: TOAST + JAM | DRAPERY + LIGHTING: ELEGANT EVENT LIGHTING | HAIR: MERAKI ROOM | MAKEUP: KATE JOHNSON ARTISTRY | CAKE: WEST TOWN BAKERY 

Amanda and Jordan's big day was one for the books! These two college sweethearts had the most gorgeous celebration of their love.  Amanda planned everything perfectly and made sure to accent the already gorgeous Chicago Cultural Center with touches of gold.  Everything from the gorgeous drapery and lighting to the amazing desserts was right out of a fairy tale.  You could just feel the love these two had for each other. It was evident in the excitement on their faces and the way they looked into each others eyes. After dinner, Amanda and Jordan danced the night away with loved ones under the immaculate Tiffany glass ceiling. The night ended with the guests serenading the bride on her 30th birthday! Congratulations Amanda and Jordan!