FROM THE AISLE SEAT

The lead-up to John and Grace’s Peninsula Chcago Hotel wedding, began years before their big day. John and Grace were high school sweathearts but like many couples, they parted ways when college rolled around. Fast forward 10 years later, and John posted a photo of his younger brother, Mikey, on social media. Grace commented on […]

On a brisk and sunny fall day in late October, Sam and Kevin tied the knot in a heartfelt wedding ceremony surrounded by family and friends. When the seasons star to turn in Chicago, there’s no better antidote to the chill than a beautiful wedding! Samantha & Kevin’s guests kept cozy with Hot Apple Cider […]

As a Chicago wedding planner, one of my favorite things about this city is the wide variety of venues available! If you want a gleaming ceremony high in the sky, an elegant reception in one of the city’s most iconic museums, or a secret garden fête with twinkling fairy lights, you can find it all […]

As a Chicago wedding planner for over 10 years, I’ve been blessed to work in a city with some of the most stunning churches for your Catholic wedding ceremony. With so many Catholic churches in Chicago, it can be hard to parse the differences in their processes and wedding day logistics. We’ve rounded up some […]

After almost a decade together, Jackie and Louis finally tied the knot on a gorgeous sunny afternoon in late August. Jackie and Louis are college sweethearts who met at Cornell University and bonded over their shared Greek heritage. That heritage inspired many special touches throughout their wedding day, from the ceremony, all the way to […]

When my now-husband proposed, we knew we wanted a wedding that reflected who we were as a couple: timeless, elegant, and uniquely our own. We’ve always shared a deep connection to art—whether enjoying weekend strolls through museums or bringing back new pieces from our travels abroad. The Art Institute of Chicago was our natural choice. […]

In April of 2020, amidst the uncertainty of the pandemic, Alexandra and Danny reached out to plan their Spring wedding in Cathedral Hall at The University Club of Chicago. Originally set for May 2021, the couple, like many others, had to adapt their plans as the pandemic unfolded. By October, it became evident that a […]

It was so fun for our team to see Kelsey & Ben’s vision of a modern wedding at Greenhouse Loft come to life. The bride’s attention to detail and personal touches made it a night to remember! The couple chose a black and white color palette with touches of gold that fit perfectly in the […]

Planning Jenna and Frank’s wedding during a pandemic was not the easiest thing — especially in the City of Chicago. With mask and gathering mandates changing weekly, it kept our team on it’s toes. The day started with the ladies getting ready at the University Club of Chicago before heading to the ceremony at St. […]

When Hanna and Michael reached out to me about planning a wedding in Chicago from their home in California, COVID still ravaged the world. I toured several venues with Hanna’s mom while Hanna and Michael joined in virtually from afar. They ultimately chose The Michigan Shores Club after falling in love with the old world […]