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 | Erin + Alex, 9/8/23

VENUE: CITY VIEW LOFT | CATERER: LM CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHY: KEVIN SHIH | DJ: STYLEMATTERS | FLORALS: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | TROLLEY: WAY 2 GO | PHOTO BOOTH: FOTIO | HAIR: VIVIAN VALLONE | MAKEUP: ELLE ARTISTRY LLC

What a DANCE FLOOR. Erin and Alex had the most fun and are the sweetest people in the world. What a beautiful evening, from the ceremony performed by Alex’s hockey coach to the adorable first dance, to the packed dance floor, this was a night to remember. It’s such a pleasure when you meet a couple who knows what they want and hands over the reins to completely enjoy themselves. We wish these two fun-loving cuties all the best in their future together. We know that it will be filled with love and Stanley snuggles!

AELO Alumni | Gina + Will, 7/15/23

CHURCH: HOLY FAMILY | RECEPTION: LINCOLNSHIRE MARRIOTT | DJ: CHARIZMA ENTERTAINMENT | PHOTO AND VIDEO: GEORGE STREET | FLORIST: PRAIRIE HONEY FLORA STUDIO | DECOR: A POSH PRODUCTION | ICE CREAM: CARTS OF CHICAGO | CAKE: LOVIN’ OVEN | MAKEUP BY JAYCIE | HAIR: IZZY JEAN

When an Emmy award winning producer/world traveler/theatre girl is getting married you KNOW her wedding is going to be spectacular. Gina pulled out all the stops for her wedding: a Catholic ceremony in a stunning cathedral, gorgeous lighting, floral decor, incredible food and a few less ordinary wedding surprises. A roving magician engaged guests with slight of hand tricks during cocktail hour, an adorable choreographed first dance from the bride and groom, another choreographed Spice Girls dance from the bridesmaids, a surprise ice cream cart with all your nostalgic childhood ice cream favorites, a heartfelt performance of "Seasons of Love" from Gina's college choir friends and not one, but two special exits: bubbles following the church ceremony and lakeside sparklers at the end of the evening. Not only were Gina and Will fun and friendly to work with, they were also kind and thoughtful. We had such a blast bringing their nonstop, party-forward wedding to life for them!

AELO Alumni | Jill + Phil, 8/12/23

VENUE: GARFIELD PARK CONSERVATORY | CATERING: AMAZING EDIBLES | DJ: CAGE + AQUARIUM, DJ DEMCHUK | PHOTOGRAPHY: CAGE + AQUARIUM, THAIS FRY | FLORALS: FAMILY FRIEND

We love a fun wedding theme! Jill and Phil hosted a spooky - ooky Halloween themed wedding at the Garfield Park Conservatory. Guests came dressed to the nines in creative costumes and had the opportunities to explore the breathtaking Conservatory gardens throughout the evening. Jill and Phil created a unique and personal ceremony that drew upon a cultural array of wedding customs that were meaningful to them. We are so glad to have been able to help with this creative, heartfelt and totally unforgettable day. CONGRATULATIONS to this amazing couple!

AELO Alumni | Aviva + Mitch, 6/24/23

VENUE: ROCKWELL ON THE RIVER | CATERER: CATERED BY DESIGN | DRINKS: VENUE LOGIC | CATERED BY DESIGN | PHOTOGRAPHER: INGRID BONNE PHOTOGRAPHY | VIDEOGRAPHER: SMILING TOAD PRODUCTIONS | FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | DECOR: ART OF IMAGINATION | BAND: BLUEWATER KINGS | REHEARSAL DINNER: GALLERIA MARCHETTI | HAIR AND MAKEUP: PIN ME UP CHICAGO | DRESS: BELLA BLUE

What an unbelieveable day. For a year and half, we planned with Ann, the mother of the bride, and Aviva and Mitch to create the perfect day for these two, and it went beautifully. The hanging baskets Flowers for Dreams dreamed up were incredible. Aviva walked down the aisle to “Defying Gravity”. The first dance was entirely choreographed to “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” and at the ened of the night, Aviva and Mitch put on Hawaiian shirts with each of their faces on. So cute, so SO much fun, and so deeply in love. It was an unending joy getting to know this wonderful group of people, and we know they are going to have the best life together.

Mazel tov, Aviva + Mitch!