AELO Alumni | Lauren + Eric 6/28/15

VENUE: HOOSIER GROVE BARN | CATERER: UNCLE BUB'S | FLOWERS: STEVE'S FLOWER MARKET, ARRANGED BY AELO | DJ: JUST PRESS PLAY | PHOTOGRAPHY: ONE JULY PHOTOGRAPHY

It's time. It's time to talk about our gorgeous Lauren's gorgeous wedding back in June! We absolutely adore these two, and were so happy to be a part of their day. Lauren planned her day so well, and made it so easy for us to execute. The Lynchburg Lemonade station, the Ray Bans, the delicious BBQ, giant Jenga, bags -- all of Lauren't careful planning and little details came together to make the best "backyard bbq" wedding ever. 

And check out that handsome husband of hers! Eric is hilarious, genuine, and one of the best guys around. Truly someone Lauren deserves, and the bar is very high! We love you two, and wish you all the best in your life together!

Lauren's friend, Jessica Philippo of One July Photography, couldn't help but snap these beautiful photos. BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE! Ingrid Bonne Photography was also there, so keep an eye out for her snaps later on the blog!

AELO Alumni | Leigh + Matt 5/30/15

VENUE: MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY | PHOTOGRAPHY: GEORGE STREET PHOTO | DJ: DJ-CHICAGO | PIES: HOOSIER MAMA | FLORALS: KIO KREATIONS | PHOTOBOOTH: PARTY SAVER | CAKE: ALLIANCE BAKERY | 

They met on the math team! We loved the fact that these two science and math aficionados got married at the MSI. It was an excellent setting for a wedding, and the exhibits gave their day a unique twist! Guests had a blast, and so did they! Their ceremony was so sweet, they were just so much in love, and we had so much fun with them. What an adorable couple, and we wish them a long and happy life together!

Flashback Friday | Jenna + Pete 9/24/11

PHOTOGRAPHY: SPRUNG PHOTO | CHURCH: COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN | VENUE: INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL | VIDEOGRAPHER: HENDZEL PRODUCTIONS | FLORIST: RICHARD REMIARD EVENT DESIGN

We had so much fun with Jenna + Pete! They had a beautiful September day to get married, and we loved it. We also got to work with two of our favorites, Victoria and Mike! It was a great day, with a great team and a beautiful couple.

AELO Alumni | Emily + Kevin 5/2/15

VENUE & CATERING: MORTON ARBORETUM | PHOTOGRAPHER: BILL @ TIMOTHY WHALEY & ASSOCIATES | DJ: JORGE @ SPIN | FLORIST: ELIZABETH WRAY DESIGN 

Emily and Kevin had an absolutely gorgeous day back in May! They are a sweet, organized, wonderful couple, and we had a blast on their wedding day. From their gorgeous outdoor ceremony, to the photos around the Morton Arboretum, to the hilarious photo booth pictures, they looked gorgeous and had a blast. Congratulations, you two! 

AELO Alumni | Maureen + Wu 11/2/13

Venue: St. Barbara Parish / Silver Lake Country Club | Flowers: Christopher Mark | Cake: Creme Cake Shop | DJ: Style Matters | Photographer: Sean Molin | Dragon Dance: Chicago Chinese Cultural Center | Hair & Makeup: Sarah Barnes

Maureen and Wu met when Maureen started taking Kung Fu lessons at Wu's Chicago studio, and although there was an initial language barrier, the two immediately fell in love. Most of Wu's family still lives in China, but he has been lovingly welcomed into Maureen's family, and they couldn't be a cuter couple. Their adorable wedding included personalized cake toppers, Maureen's with her wild curly hair represented, and an incredible, traditional dragon dance performed by the groom's coworkers. Sean Molin took some incredible photos of the couple outside in the evening, and the November weather held out for them.