AELO Alumni | Julie + Pat 09/24/14

Venue: Skyline Loft | Caterer: Blue Plate Catering | Photographer: Ingrid Bonne Photography | Florist: Avant Gardenia | DJ: Windy City Mix | Ceremony Musician: Neil Dixon-Smith | Photo Booth: Traveling Photo Booth | Lighting: A Posh Production

An intimate, backyard rehearsal dinner (complete with a self-serve Black Dog Gelato cart), an emotional ceremony, and a dance party at Skyline Loft...that's our kind of weekend. We were honored to be asked to help plan the celebration of their 20 year relationship, and we assembled a team of pros  that made their day go off without a hitch! Their family and friends were thrilled to be with them on this special day, to witness the beautiful life, with the wonderful kids, they had built.

Julie and Pat, we wish you many more years of happiness together!

We swear, one of these days we'll stop being absolutely floored by the gorgeousness these vendors keep throwing at us... but today is not that day.

AELO Alumni | Elizabeth + Steve 6/21/14

Photography: Braxton Black | Venue: Chicago Dance | Catering: Irazu | Team: TaskRabbit | Florist: Sprout Home | Desserts: Glazed and Infused, Toni Patisserie, Nothing Bundt Cake | DJ: Jerry Castillo

Elizabeth and Steve's wedding was a joy to coordinate! They are two of the sweetest people on earth, and absolutely gorgeous to boot. Their day was full of laughter, even through a little bit of rain! A heartfelt ceremony was followed by an awesome meal from Justin at Irazu, and we got to put our catering managing skills to the test with a team from TaskRabbit. And after that, DANCE PARTY! Having your wedding in a dance studio definitely makes people want to groove. The day was captured beautifully by Braxton Black - enjoy the gorgeous photos below!

We had a blast with you two and wish you all the love, happiness, and laughter life can bring!

Styled Steampunk Photoshoot

DRESS DESIGN: SALLY STAUFFER | EVENT PLANNING:  AN EVENT LESS ORDINARY | INVITATIONS AND PLACE CARDS: AMELIA STREET STUDIO | CAKE:  LUSCIOUS LAYERS BAKERY | FLOWERS: OH MY! FLORAL | MAKEUP: LAUREN TAYLOR | HAIR: ARCH APOTHECARY | VENUES: REVOLUTION BREWING + SALVAGE ONE | GROOMSWEAR: THEATRICKS | PHOTOGRAPHY: MELISSA JORDAN PHOTOGRAPHY | MODELS: HANNAH BUSHONG AND JOSH KNOX

We had a blast working with some of our favorite local vendors to bring this gorgeous day together. You can check out the full shoot over at Sassy Chicago Weddings!

AELO Alumni | Lindsey + Jon 8/24/14

Venue: Room 1520 | Caterer: Calihan Catering | Photography: Ben Elsass Photography | Hair & Make up: Debi Petrielli | Flowers: Juliet Tan Floral Design | Draping: Art of Imagination | Cake: Luscious Layers | DJ: Style Matters | Photo Booth: Magic Moment Photo Booth

We had a wonderful time with Lindsey & Jon’s wedding a Room 1520! Lindsey was an incredibly organized (and beautiful!) bride, and she amassed a team of fabulous vendors for her day. Check out the gorgeous photos from Ben Elsass Photography - he captured the day beautifully, even with a little rain! We loved her choice of neutral colors, everything came together seamlessly, and it was a fantastic party!

Congratulations, Lindsey + Jon! We wish you all the happiness in the world!

AELO Alumni | Constance + Matthew 10/04/13

Photography: Peter Pawinski  | Venue: Pritzker Pavilion | Catering: Wishbone | DJ: TimBuk2 | Florist: Avant Gardenia | Cake: Cakes by Kirin | Videography: Hendzel Productions  | Paper Goods: Amelia Street Studio

Constance and Matthew were a joy to work with. They are a beautiful couple, super in love, and the nicest folks you’ll ever meet. Getting to witness their wedding day was a privilege! Constance got ready at the Trump Tower, they headed off for Chicago photos, and then arrived at the stage of Pritzker Pavilion to say their vows and dance the night away. Peter Pawinski did an exceptional job of capturing their lovely fall wedding day. Check it out below!