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!

AELO Alumni | Ginny + Chrissy, 10/31/24

CEREMONY: THE MUSIC BOX THEATER | RECEPTION: DIVINING SPACE | PHOTOGRAPHY: KATE SCOTT | CATERING: MAGGIANO’S | DECOR: THE COUPLE! | FLOWERS: STEVE’S FLOWER MARKET | TRANSPORTATION: CHI TOWN LIMO BUS | CAKE: COLD STONE CREAMERY + COSTCO

The Halloween wedding of our DREAMS. We had so much fun planning with these two amazing people, and the day was absolutely perfect. Honestly can’t believe the vows—almost poetry as they expressed their love for one another. Together with 30 of their closest friends, Ginny + Chrissy celebrated a decade-long love. After the incredible ceremony at the iconic Music Box Theater, the couple joined us over at Divining Space for a dinner of Maggiano’s and a night of horror movies. A low-key, perfect celebration for two of the best humans we’ve had the pleasure of working with.

Congratulations, you wonderful people! We wish you a lifetime of happiness!

AELO Alumni | Rebecca + Andrew, 9/28/24

VENUE: CITY WINERY | PHOTOGRAPHY: MEGAN LEE FOR SAM SCHULTZ PHOTOGRAPHY | FLORALS: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | LIGHTING: MDM ENTERTAINMENT | DJ: TOAST + JAM | CEREMONY MUSIC: INTERNATIONAL STRINGS | CAKE: BITTERSWEET | TRANSPORTATION: SKYLINE LIMO | MAKEUP: MRC ARTISTRY

When a couple chooses “5,000 Candles in the Wind (Bye, Bye, Lil’ Sebastian)” for their last dance song of the night, you know it’s going to be a good one. Rebecca and Andrew are truly wonderful people who didn’t let the threat of rain get to them! The skies made for some gorgeous photos, the roses from Flowers for Dreams were just outrageous, and their love shone all over the day. What a joy to be a part of this one. Congratulations, you two!

AELO Alumni | Meredith + Matt, 9/14/24

VENUE: GARFIELD PARK CONSERVATORY | PHOTOGRAPHY: ELENA BAZINI PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ: CAGE + AQUARIUM | FLORALS: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | TRANSPORTATION: 312 LIMO | CATERING: CATERING BY MICHAEL’S | HAIR + MAKEUP: DIEM ANGIE | CAKE: JENNIVEE’S BAKERY | LIGHTING: A POSH PRODUCTION | PHOTO BOOTH: BIG HUGS

Matt and Meredith celebrated with close family and friends in the beauty of the Garfield Park Conservatory. Guests were able to visit and experience different areas within the Conservatory making it an unforgettable and intimate experience for all. Congratulations Matt & Meredith!