REAL WEDDINGS, REAL TALK
AELO Alumni | Amanda + Dustin, 8/17/19
VENUE: IGNITE GLASS STUDIO | PHOTOGRAPHER: JILL TIONGCO PHOTOGRAPHY | CATERER: FOOD FOR THOUGHT | BAND: BLUEWATER KINGS | FLORIST: POLLEN | HAIR + MAKEUP: WE ONLY DO PRETTY | PHOTOBOOTH: FOTIO
What a Party! The threat of rain (which thankfully disappeared!) did not stop Amanda and Dustin from having their perfect day. Their ceremony in the garden was officiated by Amanda's uncle- which made it very special. They served their wedding cake after they cut it to their parents and it was the sweetest! After dinner, they had a glass blowing demo to wow their guests and then the band kept the dance floor partying! Everyone had so much fun at their photobooth in the garden with the colorful glass backdrop. Congratulations Amanda and Dustin!
AELO Alumni | Rush + Allison, 7/27/19
VENUE: SALVAGE ONE | PHOTOGRAPHER: SOPHIE CAZOTTES | CATERING: HEARTY BOYS | DJ: CAGE + AQUARIUM | FLORIST: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | BRIDE HAIR: KASSI BLEIFUSS | MAKEUP: JESSICA JENNINGS
What a night. What a couple. What a damn good time. Rush + Allison are two of the most down-to-earth people you’ll ever meet, and we absolutely loved coordinating their day. Allison was an incredibly organized bride and had the coolest ideas for her tablescapes — we loved executing them! The ceremony was so heartfelt and sweet, the parents gave toasts that brought the room to tears, and the dance floor was jumping all night. Through it all, Rush + Allison looked at each other with stars in their eyes. What a perfect night.
Congratulations, ya beauties. Hope Bali was amazing!
AELO Alumni | Kate + Mike, 6/28/19
CEREMONY: ST. MIKE’S OLD TOWN | RECEPTION: RIVER ROAST | PHOTOGRAPHER: RYAN MOORE PHOTOGRAPHY | FLORALS: TWIGS + BLOOMS | HAIR: SHARI THACKER | MAKE UP: ANGELA MICHELLE | DJ: DJ CHICAGO
What a stunning day we had with Kate + Mike! A little bit of rain in the morning gave way to sunshine, and these two said their vows in the beautiful St. Mike’s of Old Town. Then it was off to a night of the sweetest toasts and dancing, right on the river. Kate’ mom was instrumental to this day going beautifully and we were delighted to execute her vision. Kate + Mike were so in love, and we know they’re going to have a long and beautiful life together!
Congratulations, cuties!
AELO Alumni | Anna + Sam, 6/23/19
VENUE: ZED451 | PHOTOGRAPHY: ALEX GILMAN | FLORIST + CHUPPAH: DESIGNS BY JANET | VIDEOGRAPHER: WM FILMS | BAND: STRING JAZZ | CAKE: BLUE SKY BAKERY | BALLOONS: MAKING MEMORIES 4 U
What an incredible day! We had a blast planning with two of the sweetest people on the planet. Anna + Sam were absolutely surrounded by love for their entire day, from the Ketubah signing to the last dance. We were so honored to be a part of it. When we first met them and learned that they just wanted to have an excellent party surrounded by their loved ones, we knew we could make that happen for them. And Anna comes from theater, so we clicked right away! Walkabout Theatre performed during the cocktail hour and their talented friend Kyra led us all in a singalong. It was a perfect day.
Congratulations, Anna + Sam! We love you!
AELO Alumni | Catherine + Steven, 5/18/19
VENUE: BRIQUE | CATERER: BOUTIQUE BITES | PHOTOGRAPHER: EMMA MULLINS PHOTOGRAPHY | FLORIST: LEELEE’S GARDEN FLORAL | DJ: TOAST + JAM | DESSERT: DIPSY DESSERTS | HAIR: BROOKE KLAY
What. A. Night. Catherine + Steven are the best nerds around. We knew the day would be epic since Catherine works for Offbeat Bride! She + Steven put together the most incredible evening for their guests. It was an intimate ceremony, very sweetly performed by the Hand of the Queen, their friend Chad. From that to the excellent dinner, to the amazing dance floor, we had a blast working with these two wonderful humans.
Check out all of their nerdy decor! The table names! The figurines and photographs! We had the best time, and wish them a lifetime of cons, movies, comics, and happiness. Congratulations, Catherine + Steven!
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