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Real Weddings:

Jaimie and Daniel’s wedding at Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

featuring Studio This Is

Creative couple, Jaimie and Daniel (she’s a theater producer and he’s a film producer), were married at Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art. Befitting the couple, the celebration planned by Christine Janda provides drama abound. The moody florals and black and metallic reception details were were designed and created by HMR Designs with calligraphy by LBrown Design & Paperie and an artful cake by Alliance Bakery. Studio This Is made great use of all the art and graphic backdropsto create fabulous portraits of the couple and all the details of their day.

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Tell us about the gown and where/how you found it!

My grandparents were founding members of the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, so I always knew that was where we would get married. I didn’t want a gown that felt bridal in any way, so looked high and low for something easy, effortless, elegant, timeless, and unique. I fell in love with  the entire Valentini line at a trunk show at Dimitra’s Bridal. It was important to me that I feel like myself, so I had my good friend Azeeza design the most incredible jumpsuit for dancing.

What were some touches added to make the wedding personal? 

I’m a theatre producer and my husband is a film producer, so it was really important to us that we created a different world for each portion of the wedding with a seamless flow. Daniel walked down the aisle to the Top Gun anthem, and I walked down to Janis Joplin’s Piece of my Heart. We wanted the dinner tent to feel like the coolest pop-up fine dining experience in an unexpected way. The chef did an amazing job with a tasting menu to truly make the dinner an experience, not just a meal. Having lived in several different cities, my friends and family are spread far and wide. Walking down the aisle and seeing all of the people I consider my chosen family in one place, and the man I now call my husband waiting for me under the chuppah, provided me with so much warmth and love. There was a certain ease to the entire day which made it that much more enjoyable for all!

Tell us how you met and became engaged.

Daniel’s brother was the chair of the board of a nonprofit I used to work for! We’d been friends for years before we started dating. Daniel plays ice hockey, and I was a competitive figure skater as a child, so we were both really excited to see I, TANYA as soon as it came out. As the lights were going down at the movie theatre, Daniel handed me a Chinese takeout box (a nod to my love for Asian food) filled with dark chocolate covered orange peels (my family’s official favorite candy). Under the first few orange peels was a green ring pop, because Daniel knew I had wanted an emerald engagement ring but am too clumsy to ever wear something that soft. Daniel also knew I wanted a hand in designing the ring from my favorite jeweler, so the ring pop was absolutely the right way to go! Daniel suggested we leave the movie to celebrate, and I insisted we stay, as I was so excited to see it. After the movie we walked home debating and discussing different aspects of the film, as two producers would. We were almost back at the apartment when we realized we should probably get some champagne to celebrate! It all felt so natural and so right.

Photography: Nancy Beale Studio This Is // Planner: Christine Janda // Design + Florals: HMR Designs // Stationery: LBrown Design & Paperie // Venue: Museum of Contemporary Art // Bride’s Gown Designer: Valentini // Bridal Boutique: Dimitra’s Bridal // Bride’s Reception Jumpsuit: Azeeza // Hair: Colleen Mortag-Krejczyk // Makeup: Mireille Hamon // Cake: Alliance Bakery // Lighting: Frost Chicago // Entertainment: Michael Lerich Band

 

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Inspiration Shoots and Boards:

Peach Floral Opulence Editorial

Studio Rendition

May and Sage Events worked in a palette of soft blush and peachy spring floral hues to complement the gilded details and whitewashed European style of  The Creative Chateau in this elegant editorial. From the handmade invitation suite to the dainty daffodils in the floral by Maxit Flower Design, to the delicate beading of the Carol Hannah gown, to the epic sugar flower-adorned cake by Buttercup Houston, the team aimed to highlight the effortless beauty and femininity of the modern romantic bride and we couldn’t love it more! See all the details in the fabulous images by Studio Rendition.

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Photography: Studio Rendition // Planning & Design: May and Sage Events // Florist: Maxit Flower Design // Calligrapher/Stationery: Slibbrecht Studio // Venue: The Creative Chateau // HMUA: Adorne Artistry // Cake: Buttercup Houston // Bridal Gown & Veil: Carol Hannah // Shoes: Bella Belle Shoes // Ring: Susie Saltzman // Earrings: Edera Jewelry // Hair Accessory: Megan Therese Couture Bridal // Robe: Domenica Domenica // Garter: The Garter Girl // Rentals: Swift + Company // Model: Romina // Ring Box: The Mrs. Box

 

Real Weddings:

Hannah and Tim’s North Carolina Nuptials

photography by Rylee Hitchner

Perhaps the most unique aspect of Hannah and Tim’s beautiful wedding was that it was held at the bride’s family’s home—think Father of the Bride vibes!! The ceremony was held under an open air tent just yards from the house and Hannah and her wedding party began their walk down the aisle from inside her own family’s home. After the ceremony, guests walked down a hill to a beautiful lake and a custom tent installed in a clearing in the woods for a stunning white tent reception. Planning, event and floral design  and stationery by Rebecca Rose Events with calligraphy by Calligraphy by Carole  and it’s all captured beautifully in these images by Rylee Hitchner.

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Tell us about the gown and where/how you found it!

The gown is by Sareh Nouri (Alessandra gown). I searched high and low (and tried on dozens of gowns) and finally discovered her at Nitsa’s, a boutique in my hometown. The owners of the store have known me and my family since I was in elementary school, so it was special that I found my dress there. One of the owners had pulled the dress with me in mind, and I instantly fell in love!

What was the most memorable part of the day? 

How can we pick just one moment? The entire day was incredible. But, if we have to pick one, the most memorable part of the day for us was the first look. Having a moment together to breathe and kiss and laugh (and maybe cry a little bit, too) was a great way to keep us grounded and focused on the purpose of the day — to marry the love of your life. It was just a tiny piece of “us time” to cherish.

Tell us how you met and became engaged.

We are complete homebodies, so a low-key engagement is our style. I was folding laundry and Tim asked me to come into the kitchen to help with dinner. He pulled the ring box down from a shelf and got down on one knee in the middle of our apartment. We celebrated with a dinner of tiramisu and champagne. I was in pajamas and our dear puppy was with us — it was perfect!

North Carolina Wedding by Heart Stone Films | Hannah and Tim from Heart Stone Films on Vimeo.

Planning, Event & Floral Design, and Production: Rebecca Rose Events // Photography: Rylee Hitchner // Stationery & Welcome Gifts: Rebecca Rose Events // Calligraphy: Calligraphy by Carole // Venue: The bride’s family’s private estate // Videography: Heart Stone Films // Gown: Sareh Nouri // Salon: Nitsa’s Bridal Salon // Linens: Nuage Designs // Hair & Makeup: Makeup For Your Day // Wedding Cake: Cakes by Chloe // Catering: Holly Tate Fine Catering // Ring Box: The Mrs. Box // Tent Structures: Hauser Rental // Tables & Chair Rentals: Cottage Luxe // Flatware, China, Glassware, Chandeliers & Bars: Professional Party Rentals // AV, Power, Lighting, Air Conditioning & Rigging: Sound Illusions // Ceremony Musicians: Allegro Music Events // Reception Band: The A-Town A-List // Transportation: Holiday Tours

Real Weddings:

Annmarie and Taylor’s Nashville Wedding

Annmarie and Taylor’s friends and family travelled from both coasts—and everywhere in between—to celebrate the couple’s Nashville nuptials. With personalized details abound, the celebration at The Hermitage was planned and designed (including florals!) by Honeybee Events and included custom stationery design by Authentic by Frank, a stunning cake by Nashville Sweets, Bar Magnolia‘s retro mobile bar and a gorgeous vintage teal getaway car. The details made for some pretty gorgeous images, but as you can see in these gorgeous images from Sarah Nichole Photography, it’s the couple’s joy that really shines.

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What made your wedding special & unique?

It was so amazing to have our friends and family travel from all over the country to celebrate our big day with us. We had guests from the west coast, east coast, and everywhere in between! It was so special to have all of our people in one place.

 

Tell us about the gown and where / how you found it!

I found my gown at The Dress Theory in Nashville. I wanted something unique, modest, and most importantly – I could dance in it! I decided on Julia by Flora. I really fell in love with the lace cap sleeves, and the long train and deep-v back were the icing on the cake and it was perfect for the dance floor!

What were some touches added to make the wedding personal?

I come from a Filipino family, so we opted to include the Filipino veil, cord, and coin traditions after our vows. The cord and veil were the same ones my parents used in their wedding 31 years ago, and my mom bought the coin set for us when she last visited the Philippines. I think it was a really special moment for everyone. Another favorite part of our wedding was choosing the vendors we admired the most. It was such an honor to share their work with our guests. We were part of every step and all the details felt very true to our personalities.

 

Inspiration Shoots and Boards:

Bees and Berries Inspiration Shoot

featuring Erin Tetterton Photography

Filled with custom pieces, berry hues and honeybee inspiration, today’s editorial designed by Sincerely Pete Events centers around old world architecture, fresh ideas, the colors of summer, and a few vintage vibes. Set at Glenview Mansion, Cameroonian fashion designer Fruwah Boma models a handmade, one-of-a-kind dress of her own design with layers of mauve, plum and purple. Flowers and styling by Misa Floral include a combination of fresh summer blooms, blackberries, figs and honey. In addition to making the custom ceramic tableware,Fleur & Flour hand-made the sugar flowers and bas-relief on the two tiered cake featuring bees, blackberries, pomegranates, a bearded iris, and other summer blooms. Custom invitations and paper are by Every Little Letter and Erin Tetterton Photography was responsible for capturing all the summery beauty in these lovely images.

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Photographer: Erin Tetterton Photography // Planning & Event Design: Sincerely Pete Events // Florals & Styling: Misa Floral // Invitation & Paper Goods: Every Little Letter // Venue: Glenview Mansion // Dress & Model: Fruwah Boma // MUA: Kali Allyn // Cake: Fleur & Flour // Fine Jewelry: Alexandria & Co // Rentals: Faccia Fresca // Ring Box: The Mrs. Box