AELO Alumni | Renata + Colin, 6/10/17

VENUE: CITY WINERY | BAND: THE CHICAGO CATZ | PHOTOGRAPHER: MICHAEL PAUL PHOTOGRAPHY | LIGHTING: MDM ENTERTAINMENT | FLOWERS: FLORAL UNIVERSITY | HAIR: THEODORA BOURIKAS | MAKEUP: DOMINICA SZWAINOS

Many congratulations to Renata and Colin who were married on a spectacular June day. City Winery was the perfect venue for this music loving couple (their first date was at a Talking Heads cover band concert!) as it played a major part of their ceremony - Renata walked down the aisle to a beautiful unplugged rendition of "Here, There, Everywhere" sung by her sister and their readings included lyrics from Patti Smith's "I Was Looking for You' and Railroad Earth's "Right on Tune". Thanks to University Flowers the concert venue was transformed into a delightful array of mason jars filled with dried lavender and fresh blooms (IT SMELLED SO GOOD) and The Chicago Catz got everyone up on their feet! 

We could't be happier for these twO and wish them a lifetime of happiness!

AELO Alumni | Amanda + Aldun, 6/11/17

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS | CATERER: LM CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHER: ED + AILEEN | FLORIST: JULIET TAN FLORAL DESIGN | DJ: STYLEMATTERS | HOT DOGS: MUSTARD'S LAST STAND | DRUMMER: ERNIE, STYLEMATTERS 

What a pair! Amanda + Aldun got married on the absolutely gorgeous roof of Lacuna Artist Lofts in June, and it was such a perfect day for this fun-loving, generous, sweet couple. They met halfway around the world and tied the knot in Chicago in front of friends and family from all over the world. From the beautiful vows to the packed dance floor, to the late night hot dog cart, these two wonderful people had so much fun and were so in love, it was palpable. 

Congratulations, Amanda + Aldun! We'll always love #doubleAAndre! 

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AELO Alumni | Caroline + Jeremiah, 8/25/17

VENUE: SALVAGE ONE | PHOTOGRAPHER: SPRUNG PHOTO | VIDEOGRAPHER: HENDZEL PRODUCTIONS | CATERING: BIG DELICIOUS PLANET | DJ: JOHN SIMMONS | FLOWERS: FLOR DEL MONTE | HAIR + MAKEUP: DIEM ANGIE

What a wonderful, perfect day we had with Caroline + Jeremiah! Salvage One provided the perfect backdrop for this beautiful couple's nuptials. The rain even held off until the second the ceremony ended out in the beautiful courtyard! The toasts given were sweet and touching, the father of the bride could DANCE, you guys, and the party lasted until the wee hours at Annex! What a wonderful couple, such wonderful guests, and a wonderful time had by all.

Congratulations, Caroline + Jeremiah! We hope your life together is as fun as you are!

AELO Alumni | Kennan + Jacob, 8/6/17

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS, BLANK CANVAS | PHOTOGRAPHER: ASHLEY HAMM PHOTOGRAPHY | CATERING: LM CATERING | FLORALS: DAHLIA BLOOMS | DJ: DJ CHICAGO | LIGHTING: SC LIGHTING DESIGN | CAKE: VANILLE | HAIR + MAKEUP: RAREBIRD BEAUTIES | CEREMONY MUSICIANS: BRITTANY NELSON QUARTET

The week threatened rain, but turned into an absolutely STUNNING day with Kennan + Jacob! What can we even say about clients like these? So kind, so funny, so sweet. What a joy to bring their day to life! They wed under a chuppah made by Kennan's mom out of her old treehouse (I MEAN!), LM provided an incredible meal during which we listened to heartfelt, funny speeches, Dylan from DJ Chicago kept the party going all night, and Ashley Hamm captured it all beautifully. What a beautiful day for two beautiful people.

Congratulations, Kennan + Jacob! We adore you and wish you all the happiness in the world!

AELO Alumni Jennifer + Peter, 6/1/17

VENUE + CATERING: LACUNA ARTIST LOFT | CRAFTERNOON: LILLSTREET ART CENTER | PHOTOGRAPHER: ERIN HOYT PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ: CAGE + AQUARIUM | HAIR: WE ONLY DO PRETTY | MAKEUP: KAT DEJESUS | BOUQUET + BOUT: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | DONUTS: GLAZED AND INFUSED

What a year we had with these two wonderful people! Planning with Jennifer and Peter was a dream job. They knew what they wanted, were open to suggestions, and in the end, we had the most amazing day with them! They wanted a wedding that spoke to their unique life and relationship, and choosing to have a Crafternoon in between the ceremony and reception, being introduced to the Dropkick Murphy's, having homemade mead on the tables, and having a serious dance party with their fabulous guests, completely showcased their personalities as individuals and as a couple. It was a perfect day. 

We cried during their ceremony and hope they have an amazing honeymoon! We absolutely love you, J&P, and wish you all the best adventures to come! 

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