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 | Kelsey + Matt, 12/3/22

VENUE: NEWBERRY LIBRARY | CATERING: LULA CAFE | PHOTOGRAPHER: MATT WARREN PHOTOGRAPHY | FLORIST: JULIET TAN FLORAL DESIGN | THE BAND SUNDANCE | CEREMONY MUSIC: PARKWEST STRINGS

These. Two. Kelsey and Matt are two of the kindest, most generous people on the planet. We had such fun getting to know them and watching them walk down the aisle! Kelsey was a meticulous planner and Matt was right there with her—a great team. From the heartfelt reading by their pal Nick to the full dance party later on in the night, the day was full of love and laughter, and just a few happy tears. We wish you two all the love in the world and know you’ll have a long and happy life together!

Congratulations!

AELO Alumni | Julia + Dan, 10/16/22

VENUE: LOFT LUCIA | LIGHTING: ACE CHICAGO EVENTS | PHOTOGRAPHY: ALICE FELDT | CATERING: CHIC CHEF | CAKE: BITTERSWEET

This was a perfect day. Julia+Dan flew in from LA to be married on a chilly autumn day in the Windy City. Dan's family are Chicago natives and throughout Julia and Dan's courtship they made many happy visits to Lincoln Park which is where they ultimately decided to say their wedding vows. At the unforgettable Honeycomb structure under a family chuppah, these two became husband and wife. Afterwards, we hustled across town to the beautiful Loft Lucia in West Loop where guests enjoyed a lovely rooftop cocktail hour in the brisk October air. A buffet dinner and tons of dancing completed this fantastic affair.

AELO Alumni | Sara + Will, 10/15/22

CEREMONY: LINCOLN PARK CONSERVATORY | RECEPTION: BRASS HEART | OFFICIANT: PASTOR NICOLETTE PENARANDA | HAIR + MAKEUP: CRYSTAL-EYEZ | PHOTOGRAPHY: ALLISON WILLIAMS | VIDEO: BRETT NELSON | FLORIST: BUKIETY FLORAL | CAKE: ALLIANCE BAKERY | RENTALS: TABLESCAPES | TRANSPORTATION: ECHO LIMOUSINE | MUSIC: 3RD COAST LIVE + CHICAGO DIAMOND TRIO

Sara and Will got married on a glorious Chicago fall day at the Lincoln Park Conservatory. The beautiful greenery in the Show House provided the perfect atmosphere for this super intimate wedding with 14 of Sara and Will's closest family and friends. Afterwards they feasted on a seven course tasting (and wine pairing!) meal at the ultra-hip Brass Heart Restaurant in Uptown. Their special day was filled with so much love and laughter and we couldn't be happier for this beautiful couple. Congratulations Sara and Will - we wish you a lifetime of happiness!

AELO Alumni | Caitlin + Sean, 9/17/22

VENUE: LACUNA ARTIST LOFTS | PHOTOGRAPHY: KAYLA COLEMAN | CATERING: LM CATERING | VIDEO: COOPER BAUMGARTNER | BAND: THE NORTH 41 | DECOR: MAISON DU PRINCE | HAIR + MAKEUP: ASHLEY LONGTIN

What a perfect couple. Caitlin + Sean are just the sweetest people in the universe, and so, so in love. We had a blast being a part of their day. A heartfelt ceremony on the roof of Lacuna was followed by a rockin’ reception, thanks to North 41! Everything, from the decor to the food to the couple themselves, was perfect. Huge congratulations to these two. We know you’ll have a beautiful life together!