AELO Alumni | Beth + Amy, 10/26/19

VENUE: ARTIFACT EVENTS | PHOTOGRAPHY: SARAH PETERS PHOTOGRAPHY | CATERING: JORDAN’S FOOD OF DISTINCTION | DJ: GROOVE IS IN THE HEART | FLORIST: LINDA LAAKE DESIGNS | LIGHTING: EVENT BRILLIANCE | CAKE: JENNIVEE’S BAKERY | HAIR + MAKEUP: WE ONLY DO PRETTY

Beth + Amy are two of the kindest, lovely humans you’ll ever meet. It was such an incredible joy getting to witness their wedding! They’re so in love and are surrounded by some pretty awesome people, too. We loved their ceremony under a chuppah made by Beth’s parents, the sweetest toast from Amy’s mom, and some SERIOUS dance moves to songs special to the family. Their guests had a blast with the insta-max camera, and even the all-day rain couldn’t deter how much fun they had. Beautiful.

Congratulations, Beth + Amy! We know you and all of your pets are going to have a wonderful life together!

AELO Alumni | Laura + Steven, 10/19/19

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS | PHOTOGRAPHY: VICTORIA SPRUNG PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ: STYLE MATTERS DJS | FLOWERS: COSTCO

Steve and Laura had a beautiful day for their October wedding at Lacuna Artists lofts. They are two of the sweetest, most genuine people you will ever meet, so it was an absolute pleasure making sure their big day was nothing short of amazing. They started their event off with a welcome hour on the roof top.  The weather couldn't have been more perfect for it! Once their guest made their way to the ceremony space, guests were greeted with a "ring warming" station.  This is where guests would hold the couple's rings in their hands and warm the rings with blessings for the couple's marriage. Once the ceremony began, Steve and Laura stood in front of a beautiful arch made of copper piping that the groom made and underneath an eccentric christmas light chandelier that a friend made. The groom looked sharp in his maroon suede jacket and matching maroon Jordan's. One thing you can say about Laura and Steve's wedding is that it was colorful.  From their tattoo inspired decor that a friend designed with Steve and Laura to their amazing cake, color was not lacking! After dinner, guests had the chance to snap a photo in front of their wall of 45's.  They even created a crown decorating table for the kids at the wedding which was a hit.  Guests were on the dance floor all night long but some guests were able to sneak up stairs to the roof top again and enjoy a soft pretzel for a late night snack.  This night was filled with fun, laughter, and lots of love!

AELO Alumni | Michelle + Jerry, 10/19/19

VENUE: BRIDGEPORT ART CENTER, SCULPTURE GARDEN | PHOTOGRAPHER: JEREMY LAWSON PHOTOGRAPHY | FLORAL, DECOR, + PHOTOBOOTH BACKDROP: REVEL DECOR | ARCADE GAMES: CASTLE PARTY RENTAL | CATERING: TRUE CUISINE | STRINGS: QUARTET PARAPLUIE | CAKE: ALLIANCE BAKERY | BAND: THE BREAKFAST CLUB, XTREME COVER BANDS

Pez dispenser escort cards, a Star Wars cake, commissioned art of their dog Spaghetti, a Simpsons-themed photobooth, arcade games, and that amazing floral ceiling design from Revel? Michelle + Jerry had an incredible vision for their day and we absolutely loved helping them plan it. Unique, sophisticated, and so much fun…this wedding reflected this couple to a T! As an AD for Chicago Med, we were honored that Michelle let us take the reins and had a great time on her day (also, is she not SUCH a goddess?!). These two funny, sweet, down-to-earth people are so in love and we love them, too.

Congratulations, Michelle + Jerry! We know you have a wonderful, goofy, sweet life together.

AELO Alumni | Courtney + Greg, 10/5/19

VENUE: LINCOLNSHIRE MARRIOTT | PHOTOGRAPHY: JAKE MORELAND, TWO BIRDS PHOTO | DJ: SHAUN ANTHONY | FLORIST: LUMINOUS BLOOMS | VIDEOGRAPHY: OLD NORTH FILM COMPANY | STRINGS: QUARTET PARAPLUIE | HAIR + MAKEUP: SHIMMER AND POUT

What a night! Courtney + Greg braved some serious rain, were champions when it came to the rain plan, and also had one of the sweetest first looks of all time. These two sweethearts have the best family and friends surrounding them, and we loved being a part of their day. The vows they wrote themselves brought us all to tears and that dry ice during their first dance? Completely magical.

Congratulations, you beauties! We know you’re going to have an amazing life together!

AELO Alumni | Sarah + Andrew, 9/28/19

VENUE: BRIQUE | CATERING: BOUTIQUE BITES | FLORALS: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | PHOTOGRAPHER: ELIZABETH GREVE PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ: GREEN LINE TALENT

What a dream couple! Sarah + Andrew had such a marvelous day. Brique was the perfect setting for the two of them to say their vows, and the emotional ceremony was followed by an excellent dinner and some pretty incredible dancing by their niece, Sydney! We loved working with these two smart, sweet, down-to-earth people, and the photos are GORGEOUS.

Congratulations, you two! We hope you have a long and happy life together!