AELO Alumni | Morgan + Andrew, 6/29/19

VENUE: MOTOR ROW BREWING | FLORIST: PHILLIPS FLOWERS | PHOTOGRAPHER: MELODY JOY CO. | MAKEUP: CRYSTAL-EYEZ MAKEUP AND BEAUTY LOUNGE | CATERING: SMOKE DADDY | PIE: BANG BANG PIE AND BISCUITS | DJ: LEEROY LANES | DRUMLINE: CHICAGO BULLS STAMPEDE

FUN.  That is the word that best describes Morgan and Drew's big day. When I found out that their wedding was going to be at a brewery, I knew we were going to have a fun time! Motor Row Brewing closed the whole place down for these two regulars, and even offered tours of the brewery to guests.  Morgan and Drew also made sure to include their close family and friends in their special day. During the ceremony, Drew's sister sang a beautiful song while Morgan walked down the aisle. Their officiant was a very close friend of Morgan's and provided a very intimate ceremony.  Morgan and Drew surprised their guests with a drum line to start off the dancing! These two newlyweds even got in on the action and had a drumming duel.  That got their guests fired up to dance the night away! What a special day filled with dancing, laughing and of course, love. 

AELO Alumni | Amanda + Dustin, 8/17/19

VENUE: IGNITE GLASS STUDIO | PHOTOGRAPHER: JILL TIONGCO PHOTOGRAPHY | CATERER: FOOD FOR THOUGHT | BAND: BLUEWATER KINGS | FLORIST: POLLEN | HAIR + MAKEUP: WE ONLY DO PRETTY | PHOTOBOOTH: FOTIO

What a Party!  The threat of rain (which thankfully disappeared!) did not stop Amanda and Dustin from having their perfect day.  Their ceremony in the garden was officiated by Amanda's uncle- which made it very special.  They served their wedding cake after they cut it to their parents and it was the sweetest!  After dinner, they had a glass blowing demo to wow their guests and then the band kept the dance floor partying!  Everyone had so much fun at their photobooth in the garden with the colorful glass backdrop.  Congratulations Amanda and Dustin!

REDFIN: How To Have A Perfect Backyard Wedding

Check us out on Redfin! Summer is going to be here before we know it! If you’re planning a backyard wedding, this article has many tips from experts across the industry on how to make it perfect.

Here’s what we had to say:

Planning a backyard wedding can be so romantic! The decor, the string lights, a beautiful evening…but with the absence of a venue, there is much to consider. What would a venue handle that now falls into your lap? Neighborhoods often have parking restrictions or require permits for large events. How many bathrooms are in the house? You’ll likely want to rent a few classy portables, particularly those with a working water supply! Talk to the neighbors and prepare them, discuss options for street parking nearby. Most of all – hire an event planner, and especially a Day of Coordinator – the expert assistance will be crucial to an event with so many moving parts.

AELO Events | Singh Summer Celebration, June 21 - 22

VENUE: RAVINIA GREEN COUNTRY CLUB | PHOTOS: BREHMLIN PHOTOGRAPHY | DJ + PHOTOBOOTH: DJ PRASHANT | BBQ: LEE N EDDIES | RENTALS: HOUSE OF RENTAL | BARTENDER: JOHN THE BARTENDER

It was a gorgeous summertime celebration for the Singh family! We loved planning with Prerna and Ajay for the celebration of their daughter’s college graduation and Ajay’s mother’s 80th birthday. It was quite a party over two days, and we couldn’t have been happier to help make it happen! Congrats, Singh family!

AELO Alumni | Rush + Allison, 7/27/19

VENUE: SALVAGE ONE | PHOTOGRAPHER: SOPHIE CAZOTTES | CATERING: HEARTY BOYS | DJ: CAGE + AQUARIUM | FLORIST: FLOWERS FOR DREAMS | BRIDE HAIR: KASSI BLEIFUSS | MAKEUP: JESSICA JENNINGS

What a night. What a couple. What a damn good time. Rush + Allison are two of the most down-to-earth people you’ll ever meet, and we absolutely loved coordinating their day. Allison was an incredibly organized bride and had the coolest ideas for her tablescapes — we loved executing them! The ceremony was so heartfelt and sweet, the parents gave toasts that brought the room to tears, and the dance floor was jumping all night. Through it all, Rush + Allison looked at each other with stars in their eyes. What a perfect night.

Congratulations, ya beauties. Hope Bali was amazing!