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 | Mary + Ralph, 10/30/21

VENUE: SECOND UNITARIAN CHURCH | CATERING: TRUE CUISINE | PHOTOGRAPHER: AVINA PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ-CHICAGO | DECOR: THE COUPLE WITH AELO’S EXECUTION!

What a NIGHT for these two Halloween-loving cuties! A costume wedding has been AELO’s dream for so long, and we were honored to be a part of it. So fun, so in love. Congratulations, Mary + Ralph!

AELO Alumni | Christina + Bill, 1/7/22

VENUE: BRIDGEPORT ART CENTER, SKYLINE LOFT | CATERING: D’ABSOLUTE | PHOTO, VIDEO, DJ, PHOTOBOOTH: WELL TOLD WEDDINGS | FLORIST: TRA BLUME | DECOR: ART OF IMAGINATION | CEREMONY MUSICIANS: NEW CHICAGO BRASS | HAIR + MAKEUP: TOTAL IMAGE BRIDAL | DESSERTS: DEFLOURED AND SCOOPS

What a year! Christina and Bill’s wedding was postponed for a year due to COVID and it was an absolute joy to watch them finally walk down the aisle. Christina is magnanimous and fun, Bill is kind and generous, and their families and friends were a blast to hang out with. Everything was stunning, from the chandeliers to the flowers to the bride herself! Christina is glamorous from tip to toe and this wedding sparkled. From a heartwarming ceremony to the sweetest toasts to the Frank Sinatra surprise, we had so much fun celebrating these two wonderful people.

Cheers, Christina + Bill! May your life be filled with puppy snuggles and good bourbon!

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 | Samm + JR, 12/19/21

VENUE: MORGAN MANUFACTURING | CATERER: J&L CATERING | DECOR: ATMOSPHERE EVENTS GROUP | DJ, LIGHTING, DRAPING: MDM ENTERTAINMENT | CAKE: AMY BECK CAKE DESIGN | PHOTO + VIDEO: TWA PHOTOGRAPHY

Such a beautiful couple, and such a beautiful night! Samm and JR are two of the sweetest. They waited a long time to have their Christmas wedding, and we’re so glad we got to be a part of it. We wish them all the best in everything they do! Congratulations, beauties!