Day #4 - Wedding Program Dual Duties

If you are having an outdoor wedding ceremony in the summer and are considering having wedding programs, why not give the program two jobs.  One job is to share the order of the ceremony, names of the wedding party, and a thank you to all attending guests.  Then the other job could be a fan so that those sitting in the summer heat can fan themselves while witnessing your nuptials.  They can easily be handed out by your hostesses and/or ushers or even be placed on the guest chairs prior to their arrival.  You and your guests will thank me later.

Until next time...WEDologize

Photo credit - Carasco Photography | Fan program by DBY Invitations

Real Wedding: Emilie and Terrence

On April18th, the DE Team had the honor of directing a wedding for an amazing couple - Emilie and Terrence.  Their 140 guests were warmly welcomed into Zhou B Art Center where the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception took place on this brisk spring day.  Kenmare Catering handled all of the food and signature beverages enjoyed by all.

Take a look at the wedding day details of Emilie and Terrence's grey, black, and yellow spring wedding:

Admiring the gown. Photography by Rush Productions.

Bouquets and all ceremony and reception decor by Juliet Tan Floral Design

The attire

She's ready to marry her sweetheart

The Kiss!

Bride, Groom and their squad

It's all in the details. Draping and lighting provided by Art of Imagination

Room shot as guests entered in the Spirit Gallery of Zhou B Art Center

A view from the square head table. Linens provided by BBJ Linens. Table and chairs provided by Halls.

Escort cards by Calligraphy by CT

Yummy guest favors of cheese and caramel popcorn from Mariano's

Congratulations Emilie and Terrence! xoxo

Until next time...WEDologize!

Photography by Rush Productions

Real Wedding: Kendele and Tony

On September 26th, the DE Team had the honor of directing a wedding for a fabulous and stylish couple - Kendele and Tony.  Evanston, IL was the city for their wedding nuptials.  The ceremony was held at Alice Millar Chapel located on Northwestern University's campus and the alma mater of the groom.  Then their wedding guests moved two blocks South to one of Evanston's hidden gems, The Crystal Ballroom and Lounge.

Take a look at the amazing blush, gray and navy details of Kendele and Tony's fall wedding:

Kendele and her squad. Beautiful bouquets by Flower Flowers Evanston

She wore a gorgeous custom Monique Lhuillier gown in ivory

Tony, his squad and their socks

The groom looking dapper in his custom navy tuxedo

Mr. and Mrs.

Modern details

Centerpieces by Flowers Flowers Evanston and the chairs and linens are from The Crystal Ballroom

Kendele and Tony's wedding cake was from The Baking Institute

Their 150+ wedding guests feasted on a delicious meal

Room shot of the reception at The Crystal Ballroom and Lounge

Cake cutting right before the dancing began with the sounds of DJ Marco

Guests did not leave empty handed - "S'More Love"

Congratulations Kendele and Tony!!! xo

 
Until next time...WEDologize!

Photography by Rush Productions

The First Touch Before The Ceremony

Many modern, non-traditional couples are having a "First Look" before the wedding ceremony.  This is when the couple decides to see one another a few hours for the wedding and the photographer is there to capture the memorable scene.  Then it allows for the couple, their wedding party and family to take pictures prior to the ceremony so they all can enjoy the cocktail hour.  But what can a more traditional couple do?

The "First Touch" is a spin on the First Look.  This must be strategically planned because the premise behind the touch is not to see one another, but to have a brief conversation and/or say a prayer together before the ceremony.  With careful planning of the wedding coordinator, photographer and a door or wall to separate the couple, the moment can be even more meaningful because the element of surprise will still exist when the ceremony begins.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit - my iPhone)