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Chicago History Museum Wedding

From Julia Franzosa… This was an absolutely stunning wedding at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago with a beautifully down-to-earth couple. Michael and Jodi made all of the wedding decisions together but the most important thing for them was “to feel the love and happiness and be able to read their self-written vows to one-another.

The wedding was elegant but still low-key and beautiful within the fabulous ballroom of the Ritz-Carlton. Their ceremony took place under a simple white draped chuppah in front of their closest friends and family. It was important for them to keep some traditional aspects to their wedding but they also wanted to be able to connect before their ceremony. We set up a “first look, no look” so they could hold hands and talk for a few moments just the two of them.

After the ceremony, we took family portraits in front of the chuppah while the guests enjoyed a lovely cocktail hour. The bridal party ventured outside in the chilly Chicago weather for a few photos.

The reception also took place in the grand ballroom with mixes of golds, purples and greens. After the introductions they cut their cake followed by the traditional dances. The best father dance I have been a part of, was to Bob Marley. It was adorable! Michael and Jodi danced the night away and are one of the most genuine couples I have ever had the privilege of working with.

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Draped in gorgeous florals and planned beautifully by LOLA Event Productions, this Chicago History Museum is one for the books. It’s literally layered in lovely, and honestly, you can’t get better than that. One look at this gallery and you’ll be head over heels, and you can get a peek at all the pretty right here.

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From Studio Starling…Laura and Ryan fell in love. They were married at the Chicago History Museum on a glorious September afternoon. The ceremony was outdoors and the light was warm and the guests were smiling. The day began at the Sheraton Towers in a suite with 180 degree views of the city. We gasped at the light and all the wonderful props the room had to offer for still life photos. We gasped with joy once again when we realized we were working with both of our studio mates LOLA Event Productions and Cornelia McNamara florist.

Laura and Ryan walked the river walk and around the Caldwell Lily Pool for portraits. The day was luminous, the couple was stunning and their bridal party kept the laughs coming. While we were out, the Chicago History Museum was being made beautiful by the creative crew. The ceremony space was gorgeous with the view extending into Lincoln Park, the dining room was filled with flowers and so many wonderful details to regard. LOLA Event Productions was wildly creative using some antique doors for the seating chart and Corneilia McNamara put together over 70 arrangements for the event. Each table setting was lovingly put together by this team. A perfect day for a wonderfully perfect loving couple.

From LOLA Event Productions…Vintage elegance was the design inspiration for this event. The bride wanted to mesh the elegant backdrop of the museum with her preferences for vintage and very natural touches. The shine of the shantung linen and hemstitched napkins by BBJ were the perfect compliment to the elegant neutral and blush blooms finished with vintage milk glass and jadeite floral vessels and barn board table runners by Cornelia McNamara. LOLA Event Productions added special touches like a collection of old doors and windows turned table assignment display flanking the entrance to the museum.

I’ll admit, it took me a little longer than the rest of you to jump on the floral crown team, but the second I made the decision to love them, boy did I decide to love them. And it was all due to a little wedding from Hawes Photography you’re about to see. They crowns are ridiculous, in the best way possible of course, and the rest of the wedding? Well, it’s just as beautiful.

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From the photographers… The Farm (yep, that’s what it’s called) outside of Springfield, Il, was the perfect backdrop for Natalie and Nahuel’s bohemian inspired wedding day. The stunning grounds offered up ideal spots for the outdoor ceremony, garden happy hour and tented, open air reception. Natalie added perfect touches, like bunches of red roses, gilded candle holders and mason jars filled with signature drinks.

Photography: Hawes Photography | Dress: BHLDN | Groom's Suit: Nicholas Joseph | Ceremony And Reception: The Farm-A Gathering Place

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When a couple is this adorable, you know you are in for a pretty amazing wedding. Why? Because adorable duos like this just have a way of throwing a pretty party. Parties that include gorgeous DIY details, vibrant pops of blue and pink and enough love-filled moments to fill an entire gallery with pure, unadulterated happy. See it all captured by Robyn Rachel Photography right here.

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Art Institute of Chicago Engagement

From the Bride… It all started when Kevin and I returned to Tabor Hill Winery, the location of one our first dates. This trip to the winery turned out to be one we will never forget for it is where he proposed. From that day on our wheels were turning and the planning process began. Location was first and boy was that a wild goose hunt! We wanted to do something a little different, an experience for our guests and a special place for us to visit for years to come. After several road trips and a little frustration, we found Galena, IL. It had the country charm and small town feel we were looking for, not to mention it was a place we both visited together. Eagle Ridge’s Ballroom had the scenery we were in search of, as well as the simple elegance, that could also accommodate our guest. But we were not done there; we needed to find a ceremony location. Both being bought up Catholic, it was important to us to become husband and wife in the Catholic Church. To add an extra touch we invited a priest from back home to say our mass. Other items of importance were finding a photographer and videographer to capture our big day! Luck led us to Robyn and Jason, who thanks to our promptness in scheduling were both available. We had 100% confidence that we would be “wowed” with their depictions of our memory. A day of video was on our wish list, since we knew the day would pass us by. We wanted to be able to watch the day unfold together with each other and with our guests.

Kevin will be the first to tell you that me and decisions are foes, so wedding details were not always rainbows and butterflies. But having our vision we were determined to include the little touches that would important to us. We wanted to make it meaningful to us as well as loved ones. It was important to include everyone in one way or another and choosing a bridal party of 20 plus a ring bearer and flower girl was one way to start. From there we thought about people whom would only be there in spirit. I carried these relatives close, carrying a locket of my late grandma and grandpa, so they could “be there too.” Having come from wonderful relationship role models, we wanted to show off the family love by displaying the weddings of our parents, Kevin’s sister and brother-in law, and our grandparents. When it came to favors, we wanted to honor the handfuls of people who have fought the battle with cancer by donating to the American Cancer Society. We also wanted to capture the innocence of love by a few special 8 and 9-year love doctors! Being a 3rd grade teacher, I wanted to incorporate my little buddies into our day. They helped by defining what love it with quotes that became our table numbers. And the DIY went on from there; maybe it is the teacher in me, from dollies punch place settings to initial signage to hang in our new home for remembrance of the most special days of our lives. We had everyone on board cutting ribbons, spray-painting frames, printing and folding programs and menus all to make the day “us.” It turned out to be more than we could ever imagine definitely the classy summer feeling surrounded by love and scenery we were hoping for!

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Evan Hunt captures couples in a way that makes me want to cry of pure happiness. Happiness for the couple because they have a set of images so gorgeous they’ll treasure them forever, and happiness because I get the honor of pouring through all the pretty. It’s totally worth a happy tear or two, and you can join me for more right here.

From Evan Hunt Photo…Jasper & Mike’s style is simple and elegant with a flash of color. We chose The Art Institute of Chicago for their engagement session to match the class and sophistication of their personalities. Their excitement when around each other is completely contagious and they can’t wait to wed next spring!

Oak Hill Wedding

It’s hard to believe that just a couple of hours outside of the Windy City sits acres upon acres of farm land, but it’s totally true. Yes, you lovelies in Illinois can host a seriously chic city affair OR a farm friendly set of nuptials (I’m jealous), like this lovely day captured by Michael Novo. It’s lush blooms meets breathtaking blue skies meets all kinds of Oak Hill wonderful. See it all here.

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From Michael Novo… Galena, IL and the surrounding area is not the first place that comes to my mind when it comes to weddings. The reason for this is because if anything, I’m usually heading out there to go skiing, wine tasting or simply seeking it out as a destination for a motorcycle ride. But it’s quite the hidden gem that’s not too far from Chicago. Oak Hill was the venue which Danielle and Adam selected to celebrate their pseudo-destination wedding! It offers an on-site chapel, a home to get ready in, a tented pavilion for the reception and many other little treasures around the property.

The first impression that you get when you arrive is “relaxed country”. When you’re in Chicago, there are very few venues with such a wide open and spacious feel. Heading an hour or two west will solve all of your space needs. With wide open fields, plenty of trails and a massive property that’s reserved for your wedding only, it’s an easy choice of places to host your wedding for those wanting something different. Oak Hill is a great location and offers up a genuine vintage feel, without having to travel too far outside of Chicago. It gets a photographic stamp of approval!

Photography: Michael Novo | Wedding Planner: You Name It Events | DJ: Music With Styles | Venue: Oak Hill Farm

When Stacy Able Photography sent over this beautiful wedding, I was drawn in instantly. With the Chicago skyline as the backdrop, the nautical wedding has all the makings of a favorite: DIY elements, beautiful fashion, and stripes, of course. And not to mention, a beautiful couple at the center!

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From the Photographer… Meg and Spencer’s wedding was full of family, friends, and a crazy fall Chicago thunderstorm with tornado warning. Despite the booming thunder and downpours, Meg gracefully did not let it bother her. I really enjoyed hanging out with the bridesmaids and her as they got ready at the Hotel Lincoln as talking with Meg it is like she’s an old friend.

Every last detail, Meg and Spencer out did themselves. From the large boat they painstakingly painted that displayed the place cards, to the vases wrapped with rope, these two threw an elegant nautical affair. The entire wedding party wore Sperry shoes which fit the theme perfectly.

From the stunning bride… A former mentor of mine used to start every bridal consultation with the question “what do you want your guests to walk away saying?”. Early in our relationship, Spencer and I agreed we wanted people to say “that was an amazing, crazy, insane wedding!”.

As an active sailor, Spencer grew up in the northern suburbs of Chicago sailing Lake Michigan and summering in Maine. I am originally from Northern California and grew up going to Ludington, Michigan every summer. Needless to say, we both feel the most relaxed when near large bodies of water. Once engaged, we coordinated a site visit of the Chicago Yacht Club’s Monroe Harbor (downtown Chicago) with their fabulous Catering Director, Kate Newton. We were about to sign the contract when Spencer noticed that there was a Belmont Station of Chicago Yacht Club only a few blocks from where we lived. After viewing the Belmont Station location, we knew we had found the perfect location! The Chicago Yacht Club, Belmont Station is the perfect amount of nautical combined with the laid back feel of Lincoln Park – and not to mention one of this best (and exclusive) views of Chicago’s skyline.

After selecting the venue, we went with a nautical inspiration for our big day. Both Spencer and I love DIY projects – and we are fortunate enough to have amazing family & friends to help! We found an old wooden dinghy at the Randolph Street Market and repurposed it to hang out place cards. We purchased cylindrical vases from the dollar store and wrapped them with brown rope. A friend donated 18 red and blue lanterns, which we spray painted a brush, hammered bronze color. Although our beloved schnoodle, Rambo, was not present, a miniature sculpture of our pup was created for our cake topper.

I woke up at 5AM the day of the wedding to the television blaring weather warnings. I know that rain is supposed to be good luck on a wedding day, but the weather man was saying hail and potential tornado – what was that superstition?! The rain held off until 3:45PM, just as the ladies were heading to the venue. Thankfully, we had prepared for rain and had a backup option. Our guests swear it provided an intimate event having 170 people huddled on the deck of the sailing school as the rain fell behind us! The rain lifted at 4:45PM just as the ceremony was ending – perfect timing for pictures. The less than ideal weather had produced breathtaking clouds and, later, turned the entire sky this pink-purple color. It was truly magical!

Words cannot express how thankful Spencer and I are to have had our family and closest friends gathered around us for this very special day. Looking back on the day, we both laugh and say “that was an amazing, crazy, perfect wedding!”- totally and completely the way we imagined it!

Big city weddings tend to be some of the most style-driven affairs that grace our pages. But with brides who’ve got art, culture and endless inspiration all around them, it’s really no wonder. The perfect example? This Chicago “I do” captured by Tim Tab Studios. It’s stylish to the absolute max, and there’s lots more waiting for you here!

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From the Bride… Greg and I met in college at the University of Wisconsin. When I was deciding where to attend law school, Greg still had one more year of college to finish. I told him I chose Chicago over the West Coast because of the city and the school – but secretly I also knew it was only a two and a half hour drive from Madison. When Greg graduated, he turned down all of his full time employment opportunities for a three-month internship that allowed him to move to Chicago too. Two and half years later, he surprised me by taking me on a very special tour of the city. We stopped at all the places that were special to us, took polaroids, drank champagne, and eventually ended up on the rooftop of our apartment building where he proposed.

Chicago was the perfect choice for our wedding. We wanted a traditional wedding that was also romantic, urban, and really, really fun. Our top priorities were finding a unique reception venue that would reflect our style and finding a band that would keep all of our guests on the dance floor. We loved the Chicago Illuminating Company as soon as we stepped inside. The lofty ceilings, oversized standing mirrors and paintings, black and white details, giant built-in bars, outdoor courtyard… there’s so much to love! When we found out it was available on a Saturday only six months away, we quickly set the date and got to work. Who says you need a year to plan a wedding? We couldn’t wait to be married. The next step, choosing our band, was easy. Greg’s three-month internship had since become a full time job directing a music festival. He had taken me to see JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound several times, and even had them slated to play the festival that summer. We were incredibly excited when they said they would play at our wedding, and they didn’t disappoint- eventually leaving our reception with all of our guests chanting for one more song.

We focused on incorporating summery colors and lots of different textures into the flowers, food, and decor. Entertaining Company immediately caught on to the feel of our wedding and created a fun and delicious menu, including bite-sized shepards pies sitting on top of mini-mugs of Guinness and fresh muddled lemonade cocktails. Some of our favorite touches included the outdoor furniture vignettes put together by the Ivan Carlson team and handmade, personalized decorations created by my mom, my sister, and a family friend. Tim and Bethany captured it all, and we were practically giddy when we saw the photos. We feel incredibly blessed and thankful to have had such a beautiful wedding day surrounded by friends and family.

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We are mere days away from one of my very favourite holidays, and I think it’s HIGH time we start to get our love on. While we have tons of ideas in the coming weeks, up first? This adorable DIY watercolor valentine from our darling Alyssa Rosenheck. It’s easy, it’s adorable, and it’s perfect for both kids and adults alike!

One Pack A2 Flat Card 4 1/4 x 5 1/2
One Pack of Envelopes 4 3/8 x 5 3/4
One White Crayon
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One Fan Watercolor Brush

Using the white crayon, carefully draw a design of your choice onto each flat card. Go wild! Sweet notes, hearts, X’s & O’s are all up for grabs.

Grab those watercolors and enjoy! Ombre, stripes, the world is your watercolored oyster my friends.

Let dry, slip into envelopes and enjoy!

Jacquelyn Clark

Classic Wedding at Gallery 1028

For these Chicago sweeties, saying “I do” was all about creating an experience to remember. From their sweet church ceremony to a rustic chic reception at Gallery 1028, it was the careful planning and thoughtful details that made the day perfect. Amanda Megan Miller was on hand to capture, and she snapped up this gallery of goodness waiting here right.

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From Amanda Megan Miller… Bridesmaids donning soft green dresses, a long family style farm table for the head table with rustic chic centerpieces of candles, moss, and tree bark, and votive candles lining the exposed brick walls of their reception, there is so much pretty in Pilar and Blake’s wedding! Not to mention, these two truly have the most beautiful love between them. Gentle and sweet, that anyone can see in the way that they look at each other. From their touching ceremony and perfect first dance to Hey Ho by the Lumineers at their candlelit Gallery 1028 Reception to the beautiful coming together of their families and let’s not forget the unstoppable dance party at their reception, their day was perfect!

Blush Pink Farm Wedding

Midwest weddings always remind me of my roots. It’s the homey feel, the handmade charm and that elegant simplicity all speak to the beauty of middle-of-the-map states. And J Elizabeth Photography? Well, she captured it all to a perfect T. Have a look at this pretty farm affair in the gallery right here!

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From Jenna at j Elizabeth Photography… This wedding was a dream come true. From perfect 72 degree weather to the bride and groom so honestly in love, everything was perfect. A real life wedding, made from scratch, in the middle of nowhere IL, and it was stunning. The bride and bridesmaids got ready on top of the barn where the reception would be held. A little garden was set up with chairs for guests, a table for pretty details and a rug for the B & G to stand on. Everything about this day felt like they were your family too. During the ceremony we even got a surprise, that the little flower girl had to go potty and NOW. Kids are so unpredictable and this time it was just the right moment. The ceremony was flawless and followed by fabulous bridal party photos where the simple pale pink bridesmaids dresses add just enough color to the images. The reception started with a first dance and cake cutting on the table with a tutu skirt. The couple ended the night with lanterns on an almost dark sky, it was incredible.

When your honeymoon plans just happen to include the world’s most romantic city (Paris), it makes perfect sense to start the festivities early and plan your entire day around the City of Lights and it’s total awesomeness. Which is exactly what these two cuties did, throwing a French bistro-inspired affair that will, put simply, make your hearts sing. See it all captured by Amanda Megan Miller in the full gallery.

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From Amanda Megan Miller Photography… Classic meets French bistro…inspired by the very place Ashley and Andrew were planning to honeymoon, France! A Nicole Miller gown styled to perfection with vintage accents and a pearl BHLDN bolero. Navy suits and floor length gray chiffon dresses! A trio of flower crown adorned flower girls. Warm grays, clean whites, vibrant greens, and vintage gold abound. Candles and market lights. Herb and olive branch accents. And a couple that lights up each other’s worlds!

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Pink + White Independence Grove Wedding

When Christy Tyler Photography sent this pretty in pink soiree our way, we knew it was something special. Aside from our favorite hue, the day boasts a love that is the signature of every SMP wedding. Beautiful and warm, the love took center stage.

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From the stunning bride… When Dan and I first started planning our wedding, we quickly figured out what was most important to us: to be surrounded by our family and friends and to be able to treat our guests to a memorable night. The first one was easy. Our wedding party included our siblings, brother and sister-in-laws, cousins, friends and Dans two nieces. Although it was the size of a small army, it was an amazing feeling to have such a special group of people standing by our sides on such an important day.

When we started looking for the perfect reception venue, one thing we knew was that we didn’t want our guests to have to travel too far from the ceremony to the reception. We would be married in my church so that definitely helped us narrow our search for a venue pretty easily. When we first walked in to Independence Grove, we knew that would be it. Not only was it a five-minute drive from the church, but it also had the elegant, comfortable feeling we were looking for.

After discovering that the floor to ceiling windows in the reception space would be lined with candles, the rest of our design elements really just fell in to place. We wanted a simple, yet romantic feeling so candles were going to be paramount and adding mercury glass to pick up the reflection of the candlelight was a no-brainer.

The florist created centerpieces that were chic and coordinated with all of our bouquets, and the bakery kept things simple with our four-tier stucco-style cake. Our guests raved about their meal and the flash mob our families coordinated was the perfect way to kick off our reception.

Our wedding day was more than we could have ever dreamed. It encompassed everything we were hoping for and was the perfect combination of elegance and fun (with a lot of emphasis on the fun!).

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If you ask me, it doesn’t get any more romantic than a rainy e-sesh in the city. And these two Chicago cuties? Well, they let their love shine no matter what the weather. Jacqui Cole captured all the sweetness, and you can find lots, lots more right over here!

From Jacqui Cole Photography… I’m absolutely in love with Chris and Rachel’s rainy, romantic engagement session in downtown Chicago! These two met back in freshman year of college, but it wasn’t until their paths (and fate) collided in their senior year that they began dating.

Rachel and Chris are such sweet, kind people who were clearly destined to be together from the beginning. When the rain came pouring down on us in the middle of our session, Rachel just threw her dress bag over her head and we rain into the closest bar! After our drinks we decided the rain wasn’t going to beat us so we headed to watch the sun set over our stunning city.

With Chicago’s sparkling lights in the distance and the sky glowing pink it made for the most romantic fall session :) I can’t wait to capture their beautiful wedding next year at South Branch Tavern on the river!

Photography: Jacqui Cole Photography

Traditional Ballroom Wedding at Hyatt Regency O’Hare

There’s really no denying it: traditional weddings rock. They rock sooo much, in fact, that spending our day with this beautiful Chicago affair? Best day ever. Because this is the kind of classic soiree that takes your breath away with lush blooms from Colin Collete, one seriously adorable bride and groom and crazy chic pink and blue hues. Dive into all of the pretty captured by Jacqui Cole right here.

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From Jacqui Cole Photography… Grace and Jeff met at the very end of their final year at DePaul University. If that isn’t fate, then I’m not sure what is. They grouped together for a class project and Jeff knew instantly that this beautiful, outgoing girl would eventually be his. And that she was! Grace asked for elegant, timeless and romantic and this wedding at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare was all of the above and more. Getting wed at St. Vincent DePaul Church under the magnificent altar, to sneaking away in Lincoln Park for portraits and the stunning details at the Hyatt Regency – Grace and Jeff’s day was nothing short of perfection. One of the sweetest couples I have ever had the pleasure of getting to know, Grace and Jeff deserve the love and happiness they so clearly bring to each other. With family and friends coming from all across the globe to celebrate their love it was a day to remember. I am so SO happy for you both and wish you a lifetime of love together!

From the Bride… Jeff and I met in a computer class in college. He helped me with my class project and I quickly learned what a kind heart he has. Shortly after we were happily dating. After two years, Jeff proposed on a rainy Sunday in October. Nine months later we were married at our college church, St. Vincent DePaul. We were so fortunate to be surrounded by so many family and friends. It was such a lovely day, I wish we could do it over and over again.

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I’m such a sucker for city engagement sessions, and this one from Katherine Salvatori Photography is no different. Filled with lots of love and pretty city views, every image sitting in this gallery is as pretty as they come, making me one happy little lady this morning. See them all right here.

From Katherine Salvatori Photography…Jenny and Paul have been close friends for over 12 years. Never wanting to ruin the friendship they had, they didn’t pursue a dating relationship until a few years ago, and once they did, they never looked back. They both love the city of Chicago, the lights, and the atmosphere. Not only did they want to celebrate their engagement with a session in the heart of the city, but they will also be getting married in a few weeks at the Metropolitan Club in the Willis Tower. I am so excited to be a part of their special day, and loved spending time with them for their engagement session!

Photography: Katherine Salvatori Photography

Classic Bows + Seersucker Michigan Shores Club Wedding

This wedding is full of little moments that have stolen my heart. Tucked in little corners everywhere you really start to see the love that went into planning the details of this beautiful wedding from Christina G Photography. Top of my list? The bows on the bridesmaids’ shoes!

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From the beautiful bride… Chris and I have known each other since first grade and grew up down the street from one another. It was not until eigth grade when Chris asked me out over instant messenger for the first time but our love for each other matured as we grew older. As a couple that grew up together, shared the same teachers and overcame similar challenges, we wanted our wedding to reflect the history we have had together and the people in our lives that are most important to us, our close friends and family. After Chris proposed in May of 2012, it was a no brainer for us to have our wedding ceremony at our grade school church, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Glenview and the reception at Michigan Shores Club in Wilmette where we used to bowl, swim and hang out together as children.

Chris and I wanted our wedding to be traditional with a fun twist. We wanted to treat our guests to a night they would never forget. We took a lot of time making sure that every aspect of the wedding had an unpredictable addition from the seersucker bow ties and monogrammed cummerbunds for the groomsmen to the bows on the back of the bridesmaids’ shoes to the choreographed first dance and bow ties on the escort cards! Our wedding was everything we had hoped it would be. We could not have asked for a better day/night!

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The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum set the scene for this oh-so-lovely brunch wedding, and before you even think of diving head first into this gallery of pretty captured by T&S Hughes Photography and planned by Anticipation Events, let me just tell you it’s a certified pretty-fest. With an easy elegance and sooo much love, this post is one fine way to start your Friday. See it all here.

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From Anticipation Events…Megan + Parker were married at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in May. They had a Memorial Day weekend brunch wedding in Chicago, which if you’re as obsessed with mimosas and Bloody Mary’s as we are, then you know we were a match made in wedding heaven. We rehearsed in their downtown apartment and then they went off to dinner and caught a show at Chicago’s beloved Second City.

Sunday morning, Megan got up really early to get ready so luckily she had some serious help from their adorable daughter Olivia. Megan + Parker chose not to see each other before the wedding, but they did say hello before walking down the aisle. T&S Hughes Photography and I set them up on either end of a door outside the museum so they could squeeze hands quickly and calm each others’ nerves before we lined them up and sent them down the aisle to say “i do!” We took care of some incredibly charming details inside: vintage rentals, board games and chalkboards made this brunch casual, but still oh so sophisticated.

The dessert table got some extra special attention. Megan used to work at Milwaukee Cupcake Company so her old boss brought cupcakes down especially for the wedding. We supplemented with loads of popcorn, cookies, doughnuts and candy. Seriously, their guests had brunch and then a boatload of dessert? Genius! I loved working on this brunch wedding with Megan + Parker and celebrating with their family and friends. They were so kind, grateful and easy to be around and for all of the vendors it was a fun twist on the typical dinner reception.

If I had seen the picture of the groom helping his bride into her wedding gown before my big day, I would have thrown away any plans I had made for my wedding, booked a flight to Chicago, called up Anni Cee and tied the knot right then and there on Lake Michigan. It’s the most romantic image I’ve ever come across, and the day that followed is perfect.

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From the photographer… Carmen was the epitome of a well-heeled (and well-frocked!) bride for her chic city elopement with Harry. They started the day in style at Chicago’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel (I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything as romantic as Harry taking in the sight of Carmen in her wedding dress for the first time as he helped her into it.) They had a small lakefront ceremony outside of the Adler Planetarium, with Chicago’s skyline in the background, and made a quick stop on top of the world – the Sears Tower Skydeck – as their first adventure as husband and wife.

Colorful Summer Wedding

With wintery cold spells taking over most of the country, this sunny summery affair couldn’t have come at a better time. Filled to the brim with colorful florals from Bride’s Choice Flowers, bright pops of vibrant yellow via some crazy cool bridesmaid gowns and a sweeter than sweet hot air balloon theme, it’s the kind of day that makes you feel all warm and cozy inside… despite the zero degrees. See every last moment captured by Ann & Kam Photography & Cinema right here in the full gallery.

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