AELO Alumni | Taylor + Arturo, 7/9/16

CEREMONY: ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI, BOLINGBROOK | RECEPTION: NOAH'S NAPERVILLE | CATERING: CHEF BY REQUEST | PHOTOGRAPHY: H PHOTOGRAPHY | FLORIST: ZUZU'S PETALS | STATIONARY: STUDIO GREEN STAR | BAKER: DELFIA MONDRAGON | DJ + PHOTOBOOTH: ADMIT ONE DJS | HAIR AND MAKEUP: BRIDAL BRIGADE + RENEE EDGCOMB

Taylor and Arturo are such a fun, good looking couple and their wedding day mirrored them completely. From their beautiful ceremony at Taylor’s childhood church, to the lively cocktail hour where mariachis serenaded the wedding guests, to the incomparable floral and metals and geometric shape décor by Zuzus Petals—their wedding was as charming and beautiful as they are. We had a blast working with Taylor and Arturo and wish them all the best!

AELO Alumni | Simone + Marty, 7/30/16

VENUE: CITY VIEW LOFT | PHOTOGRAPHY: FRANNY IACUZZI | DJ: TOAST + JAM | FLORIST: FOUR FINCHES | CAKE: DINKEL'S BAKERY | HAIR + MAKEUP: DEBRA PETRIELLI | VIDEO: VANILLA VIDEO

Simone & Marty are two teachers who fell in love while teaching at the same school. City View Loft provided the perfect setting for their heartfelt wedding, Four Finches created beautiful berry, blush and cream floral arrangements and as always, Toast & Jam kept everyone out on the dance floor. A surprise dance mob for the bride and groom made the night one to remember. We wish you many years of happiness, Simone and Marty!

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AELO Alumni | Laura + Max, 5/29/16

VENUE: BOND CHAPEL / QUADRANGLE CLUB | PHOTOGRAPHER: INGRID BONNE PHOTOGRAPHY | HAIR AND MAKEUP: TOTAL IMAGE BRIDAL | FLORALS AND DECOR: STUDIO AG | DJ: TOAST AND JAM | SWEETS: A BAKER'S TALE | CAKE: AMY BECK CAKE DESIGN 

What an absolutely wonderful couple. We loved Laura and Max's book themed wedding! They pulled all of their details off so well, and it was absolutely gorgeous. From their touching ceremony in the gorgeous Bond Chapel, to the homemade challah on every table from the MOG, and the absolutely packed dance floor, these two had a wonderful sunshiney day. And if the love in the room is any indication of their future, these two cuties are going to have a very long, happy life together. 

Congratulations, Laura and Max!

 

 

AELO Alumni | Dayna + David, 7/2/16

VENUE: BRIDGEPORT ART CENTER, SKYLINE LOFT | CATERER: COCINA FUSION CATERING | PHOTOGRAPHER: GLOSS PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIOS | COOKIE CAKE: FABIANA'S BAKERY | BAND: THE PERSONNEL | FLOWERS: HANDMADE BY THE BRIDE!

These two lovebirds had such an amazing day for their wedding. With the sun shining in on the Sculpture Gardens at the Bridgeport Art Center, David and Dayna were more than ready to tie the knot. The love that these two had for each other was beyond evident, from start to finish. 

The day started off with a beautiful ceremony officiated by the Groom's sister (who is an AELO alum too!) Between her heartfelt words (and jokes) and the couples honest and loving words to each other, there was not a dry eye in the house!

The reception was no exception to all of the amazingness either! The day was filled with personal touches that perfectly described Dayna and David's love for each other and for all of their family and friends. All of the centerpieces were handmade by the bride! Each bouquet was made from paper that had a significance to each bridesmaid. The brides was filled with flowers made from pages of her favorite books.  The homemade videos, the family portraits and the cookie cake with milk and cookies were all things that meant something special to the couple. The night ended with lots of singing and dancing with the amazing band, The Personnel. They made sure that there was a smile on every face and that the dance floor was never empty. Best of luck to a great life together, Dayna and David!

 

AELO Alumni | Kristen + Brian, 6/17/16

VENUE: GALLERIA MARCHETTI | PHOTOGRAPHY: CRISTINA G PHOTO | BAND: TVK ORCHESTRA | CAKE: BITTERSWEET BAKERY | FLOWERS: MARIANO'S 

Such wonderful people. Such incredible weather. And that DRESS. Kristen and Brian got married in June on the most beautiful day surrounded by their closest friends and relatives. It was such a relaxed, happy time, and their little touches from Up were so incredibly sweet. We loved the simple flowers and gorgeous neutrals, but most of all, we loved getting to be a part of this beautiful couple's love story. Congratulations, you two! We know you'll have a lifetime of adventures together! 

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