AELO Alumni | Malina + Brady, 8/10/24

VENUE: CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA | CEREMONY: HOLY RESURRECTION SERBIAN ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL | CATERER: LEVY RESTAURANTS | PHOTOGRAPHY: DOUBLE KNOT PICTURES AND PORTRAYTS | VIDEO: CHRISTIAN OCHOA-DIAZ | HAIR + MAKEUP: ERIN SMITH BEAUTY CREATIONS | TRANSPORTATION: SIGNATURE TRANSPORTATION GROUP | PHOTO BOOTH: BIG HUGS

It was the perfect summer day to celebrate Malina and Brady's wedding this August. The day was filled with elegance, tradition and pure beauty. Malina and Brady said their vows at Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox cathedral surrounded by beautiful stained glass windows. Guests then traveled to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to enjoy dinner and dancing. Live jazz trio and roaming magicians kept guests entertained as they watched the Air and Water show in the distance. Into the evening, traditional Serbian music kept guests on the dance floor and a Garrett's popcorn favor bar kept guests stomachs full. The night was a perfect balance of uniqueness and tradition; truly showcasing why these two are meant for each other. Congratulations Malina and Brady, and best of luck on your new adventures in California!

AELO Alumni | Claire + Ryan, 6/14/24

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS | CATERING: LM CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHY: BRICK AND PINE | FLORIST: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | HAIR AND MAKEUP: PIN ME UP CHICAGO | BAND: STANDING ROOM ONLY | PHOTO BOOTH: PIXSTER

This gorgeous couple didn't let the summer heat get to them! From their intimate picturesque first look to the Chicago skyline as the backdrop to their vows, Claire and Ryan had the perfect day to celebrate their love. Ryan's father officiated the wedding and provided the best balance of love and humor in his speech. Family, friends and fun was the theme of the night, with guests dancing to a live band or dressing up in costumes at the Photo Booth. There was not doubt Claire and Ryan know how to celebrate. Now these two are off to enjoy married life in New York! Best of luck and congratulations you two!

AELO Alumni | Gina + Mary Kate, 6/8/24

VENUE: PENTHOUSE AT FIORETTA | FLORALS: STEVE’S FLOWER MARKET | MUSIC: TREBLEMONSTERS | PHOTOGRAPHER: FOX + IVORY

OMG we loved these ladies. Gina and Mary Kate designed and planned a spectacular west loop wedding at The Penthouse at Fioretta. With lucky wedding-day rain outside during the ceremony, they said their vows in a window lined, 13th floor room in the clouds. Once the ceremony concluded guests moved into the a stylish reception room to enjoy champagne, espresso martinis, and spicy margaritas. Gina and MK are major foodies and their dinner menu reflected their excellent taste. The food was superb and plentiful all night long. The buffet was never empty switching from outstanding appetizers, a fine dinner spread to dessert, plus passed late night bites. As the sun went down, the wrap around terrace opened up where guests could play jenga, sit by a large stone fire pit and enjoy the skyline. As guests headed home they grabbed a homemade vanilla bourbon that the brides and had made. It was a wonderful day and we loved being a part of it.

AELO Alumni | Bridget, Lore, + Scott, 5/10/24

VENUE: COLVIN HOUSE | DINNER: ANTIQUE TACO | DESSERT: COOKIE SPIN | STAFF: CAROL’S EVENT STAFFING | PHOTOGRAPHER: KATE SCOTT PHOTOGRAPHY | RENTALS: HOUSE OF RENTAL | ENTERTAINMENT: THE TRAVELING TYPIST | HAIR: ERIN ROSE | MAKEUP: DOLCE VITA ARTIST

What an incredible event to be a part of! Bridget, Lore, and Scott pledged their love to one another in a beautiful ceremony, the guests dressed up beautifully, and the tacos were delicious. When the prelude playlist is Medieval hip-hop, you know you’re in for a good time. Scott and Lore renewed their vows to each other, then Bridget and Lore pledged their forever love, and all three were bound together with their family and friends support. The weather was absolutely perfect and the DIY centerpieces were a highlight of the evening.

Bridget spoke beautifully later in the evening about the importance of community and celebration in the hardest of times, and we couldn’t agree more. Congratulations, you three! Joy and long life!

AELO Alumni | Haley + Tim, 9/23/23

VENUE: THE GLEN CLUB | FLORIST: MORNING GLORY FLOWER SHOP | DJ: DJ CHICAGO | PHOTOGRAPHER: CRANE’S PHOTOGRAPHY | CAKE: THE BAKING INSTITUTE | STRINGS: NORTH SHORE STRING QUARTET

Congratulations Haley and Tim! We loved helping this super sweet couple plan their perfect wedding at the Glen Club. They had the most beautiful fall weather for an outdoor ceremony and a cocktail reception that overlooked the Glen Club's majestic golf course. They had a delicious meal and a sundae bar that was obviously a huge hit with guests! We know this couple will have a beautiful life together and we wish them nothing but a lifetime of happiness.