Happy Anniversary Nicole & Jeff!

Happy One Year Anniversary Nicole & Jeff!

We had so much fun working with this amazing couple. They tied the knot in an intimate ceremony at Hotel Lincoln‘s rooftop restaurant, J. Parker last year, followed by a delicious dinner curated by Perennial’s resident chef, Paul Virant.  Carasco Photography was onsite to capture the day..

Here is a look back at some of the details!

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A total of 17 guests attended this meaningful and intimate affair.  We wanted the table to feel warm and inviting.  So we brought in two farm tables and added a glamorous element with tons of candles, glass chargers and a sequin table runner.  The farm tables complimented the rustic vibe of the restaurant, juxtaposed with the the crystal features and sequins, which represented some of Nicole’s personal style.

The gorgeous floral arrangements of blush peonies, roses and hydrangeas were designed by HMR Designs, and accented the pretty sequin runner from Nüage Designs.  All the rentals were from Halls Rentals.

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A piano and string and guitar trio from Rendezvous Music provided romantic dinner music.

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Nicole’s ultra chic 2-piece bridal gown skirt and corset were Monique Lhuillier from Ultimate Bride.  Black and white color-blocked wedding gown, unintentionally appropriate for a Black Friday wedding!

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J Parker weddingJ Parker first dance weddingSuch a special wedding day for such a lovely couple.  Happy Anniversary, and wishing you many more happy and healthy years!

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Happy Anniversary Denise & Paul!

This month we would like to wish Denise and Paul a Happy One Year Anniversary!

Denise and Paul exchanged vows on November 2nd at St. Vincent de Paul followed by a reception at Spiaggia Private Events.  Thanks to Genevieve Lauren Photography for these images, and here is a look back at their special day!

Denise got ready with her best friend, Roseann at The Sofitel. Paul got ready at home and met his bride at the Sofitel for the First Look.

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Gorgeous bridal bouquet in white, ivory and blush pink from Exquisite Designs.

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Have you been inside St. Vincent?  If not, you should!! Such a beautiful church!

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Guests enjoyed Spiaggia’s delicious Italian menu, including arugula salad, homemade gnocchi and ending with assorted gelato to accompany wedding cake from Bittersweet Bakery.

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DJEdwin from Style Matters started the party with Denise and Paul’s First Dance to “At Last” by Etta James.

Congrats to Denise and Paul!   Wishing you many more years of happiness! xo!

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Happy Anniversary Heather & Mark!!!

Our Soirée team would like to wish Heather and Mark a happy one year anniversary!

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Heather & Mark exchanged vows and celebrated at Chicago’s Newberry Library. Uniting two families and two religions, Heather and Mark had an interfaith wedding ceremony complete with a chuppa adorned with floral from StemLine Creative.

Chicago wedding Newberry Library Jewish ceremony Interfaith ceremonyLaura Witherow Photography captured some gorgeous shots of Heather and Mark’s big day, including the quintessential Chicago skyline picture, and a creative way to remember their wedding date.
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Bouquets, centerpieces, and floral decor were all artfully created by Avant Gardenia.

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Guests enjoyed a delicious meal from Food for Thought, and for desert a cake from Cake Chicago to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth.

Chicago wedding Newberry Library weddingAll of Heather and Mark’s guests enjoyed a late night snack with popcorn favors from Chicago’s favorite: Garrett’s Popcorn Shops!

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Chicago wedding Soiree wedding city weddingCheers to Heather and Mark! We wish them many more years of a happy loving marriage.