Real Wedding: Amaka and Hugh

On an sunny, gorgeous Saturday in September 2013, Amaka and Hugh were married in front of their family and friends on the beautiful campus of Loyola University Chicago.  The wedding color palette was tangerine, apple red and purple and balanced nicely off Lake Michigan and the amazing Chicago skyline.  Take a look at some of the wonderful photos of this wedding:

Gorgeous bride in her Enzoani wedding gown

Beautiful bride and her bridesmaids...two of which are her sisters

The groom's first glimpse of his soon-to-be Mrs. in the lobby of the Dana Hotel

Lake Michigan was the backdrop to this beautiful ceremony
on the Loyola University Chicago campus.
Bouquets by Juliet Tan Floral Design

Professional photography captured by
Rush Event Photography & Video Productions

Bouquets by Juliet Tan Floral Design

Custom designed escort cards by CT Designs, Inc.

The 95-person reception took place at Palm Court at Loyola University Chicago.
The reception decor was provided by Tablescapes Chicago, BBJ Linens and Rosemary's Garden

The Mr. & Mrs. First Dance to the sounds of DJ John Young

And they lived happily ever after...

You can also find this Real Wedding in the latest edition of
Wedding Guide Chicago

Until next time...WEDologize!

Real Wedding: Louisa and Anthony

On April 26th, Louisa and Anthony were married at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in front of their closest family and friends.  The platinum, white and purple color palette was gorgeous against the neutral backdrop of the Museum.  One unique aspect that this great couple added to their ceremony was asking each guest to take a minute (or two) to write words of advice before they said their vows.  The advice cards and personalized pens were on each guests seat prior to the start of the ceremony and the pen doubled as a favor.

Take a peek at this beautiful April wedding:

Gorgeous bride just arrived to Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum for the ceremony

Miss on her way to become Mrs.

Ceremony took place in the main level of the Museum due to weather.
Love the hanging lantern detail creating a focal point at the altar.

The brides gorgeous bouquet created by Work of Art Florist

Room shot showing off the amazing platinum and purple linens provided by BBJ Linens

Love the paper lanterns above the dance floor

One of 3 centerpiece designs created by Work of Art Florist

Two of 3 centerpieces created by Work of Art Florist.
Beautiful framed table numbers provided by client

Third and final centerpiece created by Work of Art Florist

A small sampling of their dessert and coffee station, provided by Jewell Events Catering,
that was revealed after dinner was complete

Walking into their new life hand and hand

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit - my iPhone)