REAL WEDDINGS, REAL TALK

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AELO Alumni | Dani + James, 7/24/22

Under a Chuppah that was lovingly handmade by the groom and decorated with gorgeous orange and red blooms by the groom's sister, Dani and James signed their Ketubah then shared their wedding vows. Dani's uncle officiated the ceremony. One hundred of their closest friends and family were there to witness the special occasion which was followed by an evening of dancing, drinks and dinner in a second floor ballroom with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Fox River. Incredibly, Dani and James planned their wedding in just a few months and AELO was there to make sure that everything went off without a hitch. They're both incredibly kind, fun, and detail oriented people. It was so nice to work with them and we wish them well in their new lives as husband and wife!

Carolyn Johnson 1/18/23 Carolyn Johnson 1/18/23

AELO Alumni | Catherine + Steve, 5/28/22

What a perfect day. Steve and Catherine got the most beautiful weather for their wedding! It was 72 and sunny and they took advantage of it with Ignite’s gorgeous rooftop and courtyard. These two sweeties had a lovely ceremony at St. Clement’s and then danced the night away! Their families and friends are wonderful people—just like them. What a joy it was to celebrate with these two.

Congratulations, kids! We wish you the happiest life together!

Carolyn Johnson 12/7/22 Carolyn Johnson 12/7/22

AELO Alumni | Ally + Rob, 8/20/22

VENUE: BROOKFIELD ZOO | PHOTOGRAPHY: VISUAL ETIQUETTE | DJ: TOAST AND JAM | FLORALS: SHAMROCK GARDEN FLORIST | HAIR + MAKEUP: WE ONLY DO PRETTY

What. A. Night. We had a BLAST with Ally + Rob! Rain threatened, so we had to move everything inside, but before that happened, they got a ton of pictures with the gorgeous animals of Brookfield Zoo. Ally and Rob complement each other perfectly. They had so much fun running around the zoo, and the ceremony was heartfelt and beautiful. Then it was over to the reception for a night of dancing and dancing and dancing. What an incredibly fun day, with such fun people. (And you may recognize one of the bridesmaids—we got Lauren + Mike down the aisle six years ago!)

Congratulations, Ally + Rob! You’re the best, and we know you’re going to have such a wonderful life together.

Carolyn Johnson 11/30/22 Carolyn Johnson 11/30/22

AELO Alumni | Katherine + Richie, 7/17/22

What happens when two singers fall in love and get married? A day filled with music! Katherine and Richie are so accomplished, kind, and fun. They delighted their guests with a song during the ceremony and hopped in with the band later in the evening and we loved every second. These two wanted a laid back party, and it was a delight to help them plan it. The Women’s Club of Evanston was a perfect setting as they enjoyed an intimate dinner and jazz standards from Stitely.

Congratulations, you two! We know you’ll have a wonderful, music-filled life together!

Carolyn Johnson 11/28/22 Carolyn Johnson 11/28/22

AELO Alumni | Kritika + Reuben, 6/19/22

What an incredible day! Kritika and Reuben got married in two beautiful ceremonies on the gorgeous patio of Rockwell on the River, honoring both of their cultures. After some truly touching toasts and a wedding party Bollywood dance, they did the Hora and danced the night away. These two people are truly meant to be. We couldn’t have asked for sweeter, kinder clients. What an honor it was to be a part of their day.

Congratulations, Kritika + Reuben! We know you’ll have a long, wonderful life together! Mazeltov!