AELO Alumni | Holly + Mark, 9/16/17

CEREMONY: ST. ANDREW'S CATHOLIC CHURCH | RECEPTION: CITY VIEW LOFT | FLOWERS: STEVE'S FLOWER MARKET | PHOTOGRAPHY: ERIN EVANGALINE | BAND: BLUEWATER KINGS

Holly and Mark had a beautiful September day for their wedding.  These two avid travelers said their “I do’s” at the beautiful and ornate St. Andrews surrounded by their loved ones. The reception was at the scenic City View Loft.  Their guests were welcomed with drinks and the smooth jazz sounds of the Bluewater Kings Band.  Holly and Mark are huge Cubs fans so of course they had to throw in some Cubs related things. Guests signed a custom Cubs jersey as their guest book and what better way to start off the night than to have the new Mr. and Mrs. walk into the reception to “Go Cubs Go” while waving the big W flag. Once dinner was over, the Bluewater Kings Band started the party with some great live music.  The guests filled the dance floor as they danced and sang the night away! Congratulations Holly and Mark! We wish you many years of happiness. 

AELO Alumni | Vanessa + Rene, 7/23/16

VENUE: OVATION | CATERING: REAL KITCHEN | PHOTOGRAPHY: ERIN HOYT PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ: JOEL WITH STYLE MATTERS | FLOWERS: POLLEN FLORAL DESIGN | CAKE: FLOUR CAKE + PASTRY | HAIR AND MAKEUP: DEBRA PETRIELLI | VIDEOGRAPHY: OLD NORTH FILM COMPANY

What a night. What a couple. We had so much fun with Vanessa and Rene! These two fantastic people finally said their vows in front of everyone they love after ten years of dating! Everything was absolutely perfect, despite the boiling heat and the cocktail hour thunderstorm. Ovation was the perfect venue for Pollen's flowy romantic flowers, and Real Kitchen provided an excellent meal. Then they salsa'd the night away! Excellent party, amazing couple, and a room full of love. Congratulations, you two! Check out Erin Hoyt's work, beautiful as always.

AELO Alumni | Simone + Marty, 7/30/16

VENUE: CITY VIEW LOFT | PHOTOGRAPHY: FRANNY IACUZZI | DJ: TOAST + JAM | FLORIST: FOUR FINCHES | CAKE: DINKEL'S BAKERY | HAIR + MAKEUP: DEBRA PETRIELLI | VIDEO: VANILLA VIDEO

Simone & Marty are two teachers who fell in love while teaching at the same school. City View Loft provided the perfect setting for their heartfelt wedding, Four Finches created beautiful berry, blush and cream floral arrangements and as always, Toast & Jam kept everyone out on the dance floor. A surprise dance mob for the bride and groom made the night one to remember. We wish you many years of happiness, Simone and Marty!

AELO Alumni | Kelly + Adam 4/23/16

VENUE: KITCHEN CHICAGO | CHURCH: OLD ST. PAT'S | DJ: SPINNIN' DISCS | FLORIST: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | PHOTOGRAPHY: HABIB MERZABATILI

What an absolutely gorgeous couple. We loved working with Kelly and Adam, who are just incredibly good people, and SO in love! It was a joy getting to set up their reception exactly as they envisioned it, and then watch them dance the night away with their wonderful guests. Kelly and Adam we wish you all the best in the world. Congratulations! 

AELO Alumni | Laura + Brad 10/10/15

VENUE: IGNITE GLASS STUDIOS | FLORIST: JULIET TAN FLORAL DESIGN | LIGHTING: CHICAGO SPEAKER RENTAL | CATERING: BLUE PLATE | PHOTOGRAPHY: KRISTIN @ CAGE + AQUARIUM | DJ: TYLER @ CAGE + AQUARIUM

What an incredible couple. Recently transplanted to Ohio, these two psychologists had a beautiful day in October to get married! An emotional ceremony was followed by an awesome glass blowing demonstration, an excellent dinner from Blue Plate, and a hopping dance floor! We had so much fun planning with these two; they're so connected to each other and gorgeous to boot!

Congratulations, Laura + Brad! We wish you all the success and happiness the world has to offer!