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The Wedding Story of Kristin and Matthew St. Clair
Carri Fras | August 30, 2017Kristin and Matthew both joined Match.com, deciding to give online dating a try. After a few winks later and within a week’s time, the two were meeting for their first date. “From there it was history,” Kristin explains.
Effortless City Chic: A Classy, Downtown Chicago Bridal Session
Carri Fras | August 29, 2017Nicole of Nicole Jansma Photography hails from the South where bridal portrait sessions are very popular. She thought Chicago posed the perfect place to do the same.
A Healthy Wedding Day Mindset
simplybesoevents | August 27, 2017You're a bride...or a groom. It's your big day, tensions are high, nerves are raw and so many people are hustling and bustling with excitement.
Meet the Venue: Lakeside Occasions
Carri Fras | August 25, 2017Each year, countless brides yearn to host their nuptials in unique, rustic settings and turn to the beautiful barns of the Midwest to satisfy that very desire. There's a special few, though, that are more than just a pretty venue, and Lakeside Occasions is one of them. Offering a beautifully restored historic dairy barn, panoramic lakeside views and a romantic setting that can be transformed to meet any style, Lakeside Occasions offers the unique look, stunning atmosphere and amazing amenities you never dreamt were possible!
Our Favorite Instagram Posts 8.25.17
Kaitlyn Smale | August 25, 2017You guys. We're always impressed by the amount of pretty on our Insta-feed, but this week...man, we were blown. away. Don't believe us? Scroll down to see the proof! And don't forget to give these talented folks a follow while you're at it!
A Romantic, Industrial Style Shoot
Carri Fras | August 24, 2017Katie Nguyen Huber of Kenley Event Design couldn’t resist the tugs at her heart to design a style shoot at the The Harris Building, a local venue that just completed a renovation.
The Wedding Story of Emma and Jonathan Porter
Carri Fras | August 23, 2017Sometimes when you know, you just know. Emma and Jonathan met when they were young. Because they grew up together, they had fostered a strong friendship, but it was just that—a friendship.
The Wedding Story of Taylor and Deric Freymuth
Carri Fras | August 23, 2017Taylor and Deric first met at a high school football game and, after a few years as friends, began dating. On the couple’s seven year anniversary, Deric planned for a surprise engagement that met Taylor’s one simple request—that their beloved dogs be involved.
A Glamorous Old Hollywood Style Shoot
Carri Fras | August 22, 2017What do you get when you pair the beautiful allure of old Hollywood with the drama of a stunning, historic theater? A glamorous affair that truly gives a bride and groom the ultimate red carpet treatment.
Wedding Stationery Basics: Save the Dates
athenastreet | August 20, 2017Mailing save the dates has become one of the most popular ways to announce your upcoming nuptials to your guests. Generally, once you have chosen a venue, set a date, and taken your engagement pictures, it’s time to start thinking about designing and mailing your save the dates!