AELO Alumni | Nick + Jesse, 9/12/21

VENUE: CITY VIEW LOFT | PHOTOGRAPHER: ANDINO PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ: OKYNE MEDIALAB | DECOR: ASHLAND ADDISON | CATERING: LM CATERING

What a true joy it was to finally get Nick + Jesse down the aisle! After a long year of moving their wedding twice, they had a beautiful afternoon wedding at City View Loft. They are so. in. love. From the sweetest vows, to a surprise hora, these two were all smiles all day. They showed so much grace, kindness, and empathy to everyone through the whole process. Two of the most wonderful men you’ll ever meet. We know that their life will be filled with joy!

Congratulations, Nick + Jesse!

AELO Alumni | Elizabeth + Matt, 8/28/21

VENUE: CITY VIEW LOFT | CATERER: LM CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHY: MAYPOLE STUDIOS | DJ: MONASTERO ENTERTAINMENT | DECOR: ATMOSPHERE EVENTS GROUP | HAIR + MAKE-UP: PIN ME UP CHICAGO

What a lovely couple! City View Loft was the perfect venue for Elizabeth at Matt to finally host their special day and we were so happy to be a part of it! Atmosphere Event Group's elegant cream roses, green garlands and gold accents added the perfect touches for the ceremony. After a delicious dinner by L & M Catering, Monastero Entertainment got everyone on their feet for a nonstop dance party

Elizabeth and Matt are so sweet and SO in love. We wish you a lifetime of happiness!

AELO Alumni | Joanna + Brady, 8/29/21

VENUE: ELAWA FARM | CATERING: PARAMOUNT | CAKE: SWEET MANDY BS | FLORIST: FIELD AND FLORIST | PHOTOGRAPHY: HEY SISTERS PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ: O’DEA ENTERTAINMENT | PHOTOBOOTH: IN LIGHT PHOTOBOOTHS

Joanna and Brady were the ultimate resilient 2020 bride and groom. After having to postpone their wedding for over a year and changing venues when their original one closed, we were so pleased when they finally got to say "I do". It was as if the skies opened and the sun shined down upon them. And we're not waxing poetic here; that quite literally happened after a rain storm blew through just minutes before their outdoor ceremony was to begin! It was smooth sailing after that though; held at Elawa Farm in Lake Forest, Joanna and Brady's wedding made use of the gorgeous setting with an outdoor ceremony in the gardens, dining under a fabulous tent and dancing in the barn after the sunset. It was bittersweet to say goodbye to these two at the end of the evening as we'd been working with them for so long, but hopefully we can keep in touch--or at least creep on each others' instagrams :)

AELO Alumni | Katie + Robert, 8/20/21

CEREMONY: PROMONTORY POINT | RECEPTION: QUADRANGLE CLUB | PHOTOGRAPHY: WINDY CITY PRODUCTION | DJ: DJ MACHIAVELLI | STRINGS: COLLEEN EAKLEY | FLORIST: TOWN & COUNTRY GARDENS | HAIR + MAKEUP: GOLDPLAITED

What an unbelievably stunning day. After having to move their wedding several times due to COVID, we finally go to celebrate with this gorgeous, fun-loving couple. It was an emotional day for everyone! The weather was perfect for the ceremony at Promontory Point, and the dance floor was packed all night! From the sweet vows to the wonderful Maid of Honor toast, to the rockin’ dance floor, Katie + Robert’s wedding is one for the record books. Congratulations, you two! We were so honored to be a part of it!

AELO Alumni | Jeannie + Daniel, 7/10/21

VENUE: LOFT LUCIA | PHOTOGRAPHER: INGRID BONNE PHOTOGRAPHY | DONUTS: FIRECAKES | DJ: CAGE + AQUARIUM | CATERING: 16 ON CENTER CHICAGO | CENTERPIECE: QIDEAS CHICAGO | MAKEUP: THE BRIDAL BEAUTY TEAM

Jeannie and Dan are two of the most genuine, down to earth people and we just loved being a part of their wedding day! They had an intimate ceremony and reception at Loft Lucia that was just perfect and their adorable dog Crash was the cutest addition to their wedding ceremony. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed a family style dinner where they were able to relax and just enjoy each other's company. Cage + Aquarium set the mood for a night filled with great music and dancing. Crash even got on the dance floor to show his moves! We wish Jeannie and Dan (and Crash) a lifetime of love and endless fun.