AELO Alumni | Julia + Dan, 10/16/22

VENUE: LOFT LUCIA | LIGHTING: ACE CHICAGO EVENTS | PHOTOGRAPHY: ALICE FELDT | CATERING: CHIC CHEF | CAKE: BITTERSWEET

This was a perfect day. Julia+Dan flew in from LA to be married on a chilly autumn day in the Windy City. Dan's family are Chicago natives and throughout Julia and Dan's courtship they made many happy visits to Lincoln Park which is where they ultimately decided to say their wedding vows. At the unforgettable Honeycomb structure under a family chuppah, these two became husband and wife. Afterwards, we hustled across town to the beautiful Loft Lucia in West Loop where guests enjoyed a lovely rooftop cocktail hour in the brisk October air. A buffet dinner and tons of dancing completed this fantastic affair.

AELO Alumni | Sara + Will, 10/15/22

CEREMONY: LINCOLN PARK CONSERVATORY | RECEPTION: BRASS HEART | OFFICIANT: PASTOR NICOLETTE PENARANDA | HAIR + MAKEUP: CRYSTAL-EYEZ | PHOTOGRAPHY: ALLISON WILLIAMS | VIDEO: BRETT NELSON | FLORIST: BUKIETY FLORAL | CAKE: ALLIANCE BAKERY | RENTALS: TABLESCAPES | TRANSPORTATION: ECHO LIMOUSINE | MUSIC: 3RD COAST LIVE + CHICAGO DIAMOND TRIO

Sara and Will got married on a glorious Chicago fall day at the Lincoln Park Conservatory. The beautiful greenery in the Show House provided the perfect atmosphere for this super intimate wedding with 14 of Sara and Will's closest family and friends. Afterwards they feasted on a seven course tasting (and wine pairing!) meal at the ultra-hip Brass Heart Restaurant in Uptown. Their special day was filled with so much love and laughter and we couldn't be happier for this beautiful couple. Congratulations Sara and Will - we wish you a lifetime of happiness!

AELO Alumni | Caitlin + Sean, 9/17/22

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS | PHOTOGRAPHY: KAYLA COLEMAN | CATERING: LM CATERING | VIDEO: COOPER BAUMGARTNER | BAND: THE NORTH 41 | DECOR: MAISON DU PRINCE | HAIR + MAKEUP: ASHLEY LONGTIN

What a perfect couple. Caitlin + Sean are just the sweetest people in the universe, and so, so in love. We had a blast being a part of their day. A heartfelt ceremony on the roof of Lacuna was followed by a rockin’ reception, thanks to North 41! Everything, from the decor to the food to the couple themselves, was perfect. Huge congratulations to these two. We know you’ll have a beautiful life together!

AELO Events | Amy + Mark, 9/17/22

VENUE: PROMONTORY POINT | PHOTOGRAPHER: MELISSA MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY | CATERER: PREMIER CATERING | DJ: STYLE MATTERS | CAKE: SAM’S CLUB | CUPCAKES: MOLLY’S CUPCAKES | HAIR + MAKEUP: PIN ME UP CHICAGO | FLORIST: OH MY FLORAL

What better way to celebrate the official last weekend of summer than to celebrate it at the beautiful Promontory Point? Amy and Mark knew how to throw an amazing party and made sure that everyone in attendance was happy and having fun. The rain stopped just in time for them to start their ceremony and the view of the city from Promontory point was the perfect backdrop for Amy and Mark to say their vows. From there, guests went on to enjoy the signature drink of Aperol Spritz's as they enjoyed the beautiful weather on the patio. Guests were ready to dance and sing the night away after dinner and moved the dance floor to the patio. By the end of the night, Amy had changed into her pajamas and was ready to get down on the dance floor. What a perfect way to end such an amazing day filled with love and laughter. Congratulations, you two!

AELO Alumni | Laura + Sal, 8/20/22

CEREMONY: OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE | RECEPTION: METROPOLIS BALLROOM | PHOTOGRAPHER: CRANE’S PHOTOGRAPHY | VIDEO: GEORGE STREET PHOTO + VIDEO | FLORIST: AVANT GARDENIA | DJ: IMPULSE ENTERTAINMENT | TRANSPORTATION: NAPERVILLE TROLLEY | HAIR + MAKEUP: VANESSA ROSE MAKEUP

Working with Laura and Sal was effortless. These two are not just beautiful on the outside, but on the inside as well. They're also smart, friendly and easy collaborators so we thoroughly enjoyed our time with them. Their wedding day started a traditional Catholic wedding ceremony at Our Lady of the Wayside in Arlington Heights. The party then moved to Metropolis Ballroom where guest enjoyed a delicious five-course meal. After dinner the real party started: oh, man do Laura and Sal's family and friends know how to party! Their dance floor was packed without a lull for HOURS (special shout out to DJ Nick for keeping the party going). Congratulations, Laura and Sal! We hope your marriage is a sweet and fun as your wedding day!