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Autumn was in the air for Katie & Ryan’s special day at the Mistwood Golf Club. We loved the warm, vibrant tones of the bouquets and the rich marsala of the bridesmaids dresses. This was a wedding wrapped in the season. Add the happy surprise of golden sunlight throughout the affair, and you have wedding day perfection!
Mistwood Golf Club is a part of Katie’s family history. Her parents are members, and she & Ryan go to the golf club at least once a month! It was that mix of familiarity and friendliness that let the couple know that Mistwood was the perfect spot. The stunning architecture of the buildings next to all of the stone bridges made for a beautiful backdrop. As Katie & Ryan’s story unfolded in front of their loved ones, all of the laughter and smiles that surrounded them were…par for the course!
Enjoy!
Meet the Team:
Venue: Mistwood Golf Club // Custom Printing: 221 Creations // Bridal Ensemble: Bridal Boutique of Naperville & TeeDee Designs, Ltd // Men’s Clothing: Men’s Warehouse // Bridesmaid’s Clothing: David’s Bridal // Hair & Make-Up: Glimmer Salon // Floral: Roscoe Blooms // Band : One Night Band
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It was gorgeous, sun-kissed day at Redfield Estate. It was the kind of day that brides dream of for their wedding, with its golden light and just-right temperature. Whether it was the romantic light coming in through the curtains of the bridal suite or the warm glow of the Redfield Estate cottages, this was a day about all kinds of light. The sun, the candles, the smiles on everyone’s faces…everything beamed. It was the perfect backdrop for Ariellah and Eli’s nuptials.
Ariellah & Eli’s story is unique, and details of their journey were found throughout the day. Ariellah is a neuroscientist from London who once played for the London Symphony. Music was indeed a big part of the day, as both the bride & groom have a flair for music. Eli’s harp teacher provided beautiful harmonic sounds throughout the day. Eli is one of eight siblings, all of whom were in attendance for this intimate family affair.
A big congratulations to Ariellah & Eli! May many future days be as blissful as this one!
Meet the Team:
Venue: The Grove at Redfield Estate // Florals: Marguerite Gardens // Catering: Shallots Bistro // Wedding Planner: A & E Events
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Get ready to swoon! Heather & Brandon’s downtown Chicago wedding day is the sort of elegant, romantic affair we love to see! Not only did this day tell Heather & Brandon’s story, but it was a story perfectly set against some of our favorite downtown spots in The Windy City! A showcase for the happy couple, as well as a showcase for the city they love? Yes, please!
While Heather got ready at the JW Marriott, Brandon was just a few blocks away at the W Hotel. After a trip with the bridal party to the Chicago Riverwalk, everything culminated at the incomparable Rookery Building! When asked about their choice of venue, Heather said: “The Rookery is just perfect. That Staircase! I love every little detail between the railing designs, the marble and gold, the staircase. Just everything.”
To echo Heather, this wedding day is “just everything” and more! From the bride and groom’s happy tears to the perfect amount of bling on every detail, this was downtown elegance and class at its best. Enjoy, and congrats to Heather & Brandon!
Meet the Team:
Ceremony & Reception Venue: The Rookery Building // Caterer: Jewell Catering // Drapery & Flowers: Art of Imagination // Band: Run Forrest Run and Bear & Jake // Wedding Planner: Linda Crown // Transportation: Premier Trolley
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Your wedding day is a perfect opportunity to tell your unique story, to give your family and friends a sense of your journey as a couple. The details and events of your wedding let your loved ones learn more about you, and are a special occasion where you can express gratitude to all of those people who helped you get to today.
Amy & Tim met on the Chicago campus of Loyola University, right on the picturesque waters of Lake Michigan. The campus chapel and library made for beautiful backdrops to the sunny day on the lake, and allowed the happy couple time to reflect on their early days as a couple, and look forward to their future as husband & wife.
Tim said it best during his toast, as he reflecting on all of the loved ones present. He was so thankful for everyone in the room, knowing that he and Amy would not have been able to do it without all of them. This was a heartfelt emotional day not just for Tim & Amy together, but for everyone involved. It was an occasion full of joy and thanks, set on this gorgeous Chicago day at Loyola University!
Meet the Team:
Ceremony Venue: Madonna della Strada Chapel // Reception Venue: Cudahy Library // Stationery: Village Paperie & Gifts // Bridal Ensemble: J. Crew // Men’s Clothing: Men’s Wearhouse // Bridesmaid’s CLothing: Bella Bianca // Hair & Make-up: Mario Tricoci // Floral: A Stem Above // Caterer: Aramark // DJ: Toast & Jam // Cake: Alliance Bakery // Videographer: Eivan’s
Take a look at another gorgeous wedding on a Chicago campus!
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When ChicagoStyle Wedding issues a challenge, Gold Grid Studios answers the call! We always enjoy being part of a styled photo shoot, and the CSW Designers’ Challenge had local planners go head-to-head to create their fantasy wedding designs. For this “The Art of I Do” challenge, we worked with the planners at Big City Bride to capture a breathtaking collaboration at Bridgeport Art Center.
We could not have asked for a better design team, an eclectic group of Chicago professionals who make elegance look easy! We chatted with two of the creative minds who helped bring this challenge to life! Enjoy!
Jessi Cabanin, owner of Just Invite Me
What does your work in the Designers Challenge say about you? Is there something specific you hope couples will see?
I think our participation in the Designer’s Challenge really got us back to our happy place of being the true creatives that we love to be! Everyone can get lost in their busy wedding seasons and fall into a creative rut. Nothing wrong with it at all, it just becomes hard for us to find time to be awesome outside of making sure our clients are being taken care of! I painted a lot (way back when) I was in college, so this watercolor theme was just such a great connection for me! We just started offering laser cut items this year, so I really wanted to push the limits with our capabilities for this project, and I am blown away with what we came up with!
What’s one thing that makes you different than other professionals in your field?
We offer the TOTAL PACKAGE. We are a full service stationery studio and want to make the process as simple and stress free as possible for our brides. There are so many other things to stress about! We have a team of trained professionals to not only walk you through your design process, but also to produce your entire order for you so that they are ready to go when you receive them! We totally understand that not everyone is on the same budget, so we are proud to offer a variety of options for everyone!
What’s one thing you wish you could tell every couple?
BE YOU! Opinions can multiply very quickly, and I have seen couple’s original ideas get so far derailed just because someone doesn’t approve. While I want all of my clients to ultimately be happy with the service and product we offer, nothing makes me happier than a bride who’s vision ACTUALLY came to life. You can see an extra sparkle in their eyes when they first see them in person!
Chandra Pridgeon, a cake designer from Vanille Patisserie
What was your inspiration for the Designers Challenge?
After I received the inspiration board and really took the time to look everything over, I immediately thought of Patina—to me Patina represents a beautifully weathered vintage spring garden and that is what I tried to convey in my wedding cake(s)
What does your work in the Designers Challenge say about you?
That I can take someone else’s ideas and make them come to life. That they (a couple) can trust that we will make a cake that will truly represent their dreams and ideas.
What’s your favorite part of a wedding day?
Delivering the wedding cake to the venue. I look at the wedding cake as the final piece to a large puzzle and the sense of completion I get when it’s on the table.
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