AELO Alumni | Susan + Alex, 11/6/21

VENUE: IGNITE GLASS STUDIOS | CATERING: AMAZING EDIBLES | PHOTOGRAPHY: THE STILL LIFE | FLOWERS: BOU K | DJ: MILK MAJER | TRIO: LIVE OAK TRIO

These. Two. Mr. and Dr. Alex and Susan are two of the sweetest people you’ll ever meet. Both brilliant, both so good natured, and so in love with each other. It was such a joy to finally watch them say their vows in front of the beautiful arch by Bou K. These self-proclaimed nerds are perfect for each other. The beautiful ceremony was followed by the sweetest toasts from their parents and friends, and then that dance floor was PACKED from the first song to the very last.

Congratulations to these two wonderful people! We know your life together will be absolutely wonderful!

AELO Alumni | Terian + Nate, 10/3/21

VENUE: CAFE BRAUER | CATERING: J&L CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHY: MEGAN SAUL | DECOR: FLOWER FIRM | DJ: STYLEMATTERS | HAIR: WE ONLY DO PRETTY | MAKEUP: NIKA VAUGHN | CAKE: AMY BECK CAKES | PHOTOBOOTH: I LOVE PHOTOBOOTH

What a JOY to finally get these two down the aisle! We had so. much. fun. planning with Terian and Nate for what turned out to be a lot longer than any of us expected! Originally set for June 2020… then October 2020… and finally for October 2021, their wedding was a computer nerd’s DREAM. Those moody fall colors, twinkle lights, karaoke, the cake! Terian’s DRESS! Everything from the VCR gift card box to the floppy disc escort cards to the kitty cake toppers, was perfectly them, and we are so happy we got to be a part of it. Terian and Nate are two truly wonderful people, who took COVID planning in stride and were so understanding and lovely as we all navigated these strange times. We wish them all the best in whatever the future brings.

Cheers, you two!

AELO Alumni | Sarah + CC, 10/12/19

VENUE + CATERING: RAVENSWOOD EVENT CENTER | PHOTOGRAPHY: JIM VONDRUSKA | FLORALS + DECOR: DIY | DJ: GROOVE IS IN THE HEART | PIES: HOOSIER MAMA + BANG BANG PIE SHOP | DESSERTS: FRIENDS OF THE BRIDE | HAIR + MAKEUP: SALON BLUE | PA: STITELY ENTERTAINMENT

What an absolute joy. Our friends Sarah + CC asked us to help them plan their wedding, and we were so honored to be a part of this day! This incredible couple support each other at every turn, fight for what’s right, and have so much fun together. From the ceremony performed by their close friend Jason — not a dry eye in the house — to when the two talented musicians took the stage themselves, the day was nothing short of spectacular. These two were truly meant to be.

Congratulations, Sarah + CC! We know you are going to have a long, wonderful life together.

AELO Alumni | Star + Russell, 10/19/19

VENUE: 19 EAST* | CATERING: FOOD FOR THOUGHT | LIGHTING: MDM ENTERTAINMENT | PHOTOGRAPHY: ANNA ZAJAC | BAND: GUSSIED | FLORIST: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | LATE NIGHT SNACK: 5411 EMPANADAS | DESSERT: BLACK DOG DELATO + FIRECAKES DONUTS

What a night!  Star and Russell were wonderful to work with and the sweetest couple!  Their travel theme was personal to them.  All of their tables were a country that either one or both of them had visited- between the 2 of them, they have been to 6 continents!  They had a super fun hora which they called the hillbilly hora and got the party started!  Congratulations Star and Russell!

*19 East is now the Mae District

AELO Alumni | Jennifer + Christopher, 11/17/19

VENUE: LOFT LUCIA | PHOTOGRAPHER: BECCA HEUER PHOTOGRAPHY | CATERING: COCINA FUSION | DJ: OKYNE MEDIA LAB | FLORALS: BLOOMINOUS | HAIR: SUZI COATES | MAKEUP: MADELYNN LEEHMAN | PIES: BANG BANG PIE SHOP

What an incredible way to close out our TENTH season! Jen + Chris are two of the sweetest people ever, and we had the best time with them. Their vows had everyone in Loft Lucia emotional. These two are filled with joy just by being together. They are surrounded by some pretty amazing people, too. Both of their families and all of their friends are kind and lovely. It would be easy to gush on forever, but we’ll let the photos speak for themselves. Beautiful.

Congratulations, cuties! We’re so happy we were a part of your day!