AELO Alumni | Amanda + Matt, 6/20-22/25

PHOTOGRAPHY: HEAHTER COOK ELLIOTT | CATERING: CATERED BY DESIGN | WELCOME PARTY: KENILWORTH ASSEMBLY HALL | CEREMONY: FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | RECEPTION: WOMEN’S CLUB OF EVANSTON | FLOWERS: MILLE FIORI | BAND: RENDEZVOUS, GREENLIGHT | VIDEO: WHOLEHEARTED FILMS | BAGPIPING: CHICALBA | STYLING: BEAUTY BY ANN KRAUSE | CAKES: DEERFIELD’S BAKERY

What an incredible weekend with incredible families! Amanda + Matt are just the sweetest humans on earth, and that’s because they were raised by the sweetest humans on earth. Amanda’s mom and dad had a hefty hand in planning their wonderful weekend experience, and we were delighted to work with them.

From the Packers cake at the Welcome Party to the bloody Mary’s at the Sunday brunch, every minute was a joy. It was so fun getting to know Amanda and Matt and their beautiful families. The vintage touches were EVERYTHING.

Congratulations to two wonderful people! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness.

AELO Alumni | Eden + Peter, 5/31/25

VENUE: SKY ON NINE | PHOTOGRAPHY: FOX + IVORY | DJ: CAGE + AQUARIUM | FLORALS: CAROUSEL FLOWERS | STYLING: RARE BIRD BEAUTIES | PHOTO BOOTH: 360 EVENT RENTALS | LATE NIGHT SNACK: PORTILLOS

We just loved Eden and Peter and their sunny May wedding. This sweet couple exchanged their personal vows privately at a beautiful park nearby. There were so many unique touches to their wedding, including Eden’s bridesmaids who looked stunning in their mix of spring-inspired dresses, each perfectly complementing her vibrant bouquet. Before the ceremony, guests sipped drinks and enjoyed the unique view of planes gliding into O’Hare, a fun and memorable backdrop for the festivities. As the night unfolded, the dance floor stayed packed with energy and laughter. To top it all off, guests were treated to a true Chicago favorite for a late-night snack, Portillo’s hot dogs. All in all, it was a night that radiated love for each other and for their loved ones.

AELO Alumni | Kirsten + Matias, 5/18/25

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS | CATERER: LM CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHY: VICTORIA SPRUNG | FLORALS: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | DJ: OKYNE MEDIA LAB | STYLING: DOLLED UP BY MARIA

What a beautiful day for Kirsten and Matias! We are so happy to be a part of this beautiful couple’s wedding celebration, which included a gorgeous rooftop ceremony on the Skydeck at Lacuna Lofts. Their guests enjoyed a delicious dinner and danced the night away to a wide array of tunes from disco to Argentinian pop and rock hits. We know Kirsten and Matias will have a happy and beautiful life together!


AELO Alumni | Bre + Krystle, 9/13/25

VENUE: THE STANDARD | PHOTOGRAPHY: ZACH CADDY | CATERING: 27 ALUNA | CHARCUTERIE BOARD: BOXWOOD EVENTS | CAKE + DESSERT: CAKE ONE FIVE | VIDEOGRAPHY: FUTURE MEMORY MEDIA | DJ: LUXE ENTERTAINMENT | FLORALS: KAREN ARCHER DESIGNS | LINENS: WINDY CITY LINEN | STYLING: PARELLA BEAUTY COMPANY | OFFICIANT: NO WORRY WEDDINGS

We LOVE love and are so happy that we were able to be a part of this special couple's wedding day! On a beautiful and sunny fall day, Bre and Krystle had a touching ceremony on the rooftop of The Standard (what a cool venue!) in downtown Rockford, IL. Afterwards guests mingled on the rooftop while enjoying delectable grazing tables and large yard games. As a nod to Krystle’s heritage, guests enjoyed an unforgettable Filipino dinner prepared by local Rockford restaurant 27 Aluna and the dancefloor was PACKED all night! Congrats again to Bre and Krystle, we know you'll have a happy and beautiful life together!

AELO Alumni | Sam + Alex, 7/26/25

VENUE: LACUNA EVENTS, LM CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHER: AUDREY SIMPER PHOTO | VIDEO: FORGET ME NOT ARTS | CATERER: LM CATERING | DJ: STYLE MATTERS | FLORALS ARRANGED BY THE BRIDE: SWEET PEA STEMS | MAGICIAN: REBECCA SPECTRE | HAIR: KELLY FILER | MAKEUP: TAMARA HAIR + MAKEUP ARTISTRY

The most BEAUTIFUL day with the most beautiful people. Our bride Sam had done a styled shoot with us years ago and when she reached out to us to coordinate her wedding, we were thrilled. These two. What a light in the world! All week, it threatened rain, but together with an incredible vendor team, we made that rooftop ceremony happen! And then we got the most gorgeous sunset of all time.

It was such a special day celebrating two people so in love it was palpable. A magician at cocktail hour, capybara cake toppers, recessing to Rocky Horror? Sam + Alex are perfect. We love you both. Congratulations!