REAL WEDDINGS, REAL TALK

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AELO Alumni | Tammy + Joe 11/7/15

VENUE: RIVER ROAST | DJ: MONASTERO ENTERTAINMENT | PHOTOGRAPHY: JAKE MILLER | BRIDE'S HAIR: VAN CLEEF HAIR STUDIO

Sweet. Hilarious. Adorable. So in love. It doesn't get any better than clients like Tammy and Joe. Their down-to-earth, book-themed wedding was so much fun to coordinate, and that first look photo will never get old! We loved their short'n'sweet ceremony that celebrated the two of them, and the decoupaged vases were simple and perfect. Their wedding party was called their "Matrimony Homies" instead of bridesmaids and groomsmen, which we loved!

And did we mention that Tammy walked down the aisle to her friend and bridesmaid Stephanie playing "Forever" by Jesse and the Rippers on piano? What else can we even say? Awesome wedding, awesome people, and we wish them all the best!

Carolyn Johnson 3/11/16 Carolyn Johnson 3/11/16

Flashback Friday | Candice + Andrew 8/18/12

VENUE: THE WIT | PHOTOGRAPHY: EVAN HUNT PHOTOGRAPHY

The stunning Candice and Andrew wed in 2012, and they are continuing their life together just as their wedding was: full of uniqueness, love, and hilarity.

Carolyn Johnson 3/7/16 Carolyn Johnson 3/7/16

AELO Alumni | Alison + Justin 8/22/15

Planning with these two unbelievably brilliant, and unbelievably beautiful, people was a joy. We love when a couple knows exactly what they want! Their detailed vision came to life on a gorgeous summer day on the Northwestern campus, and just look at those radiant smiles. A sweet, touching ceremony followed by songs and toasts from their friends and family, followed by dancing and laughter made this a wonderful day.

We wish this truly striking, special couple a lifetime of success and happiness together. And be sure to check out Alison's impressive work as an investigative journalist in her upcoming book, “Exoneree Diaries: The Fight for Innocence, Independence and Identity”. We're proud to call her an AELO Alum!

Carolyn Johnson 3/4/16 Carolyn Johnson 3/4/16

Flashback Friday | Johanna + Brent 7/21/12

VENUE: OAK HILL, GALENA | PHOTOGRAPHER: VICTORIA SPRUNG | FLORALS: JANET GALLAGHER

Some more summer happiness! We helped Johanna and Brent plan their wedding while they were living in Tunisia, and if ever there were two more down-to-earth people, we've never met them. What a gorgeous event! We love these two and wish them all the happiness in the world.

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AELO Alumni | Sanni + Carlos 7/25/15

Talk about a woman with a vision! Sanni and Carlos had an absolutely beautiful day at Cellar Gate Wine Market in Highwood, and we loved being a part of it. She rocked that dress, the ceremony was unbelievably sweet, and Sanni's vision for the decor was amazing. She designed and gathered everything herself, and with our execution, it came together beautifully. We loved the venue and all her vendors, and it was so much fun coming together with all of them to make their dream day come true. Congratulations, you two! We know you are going to have a brilliant life together!