Whenever people ask me if I love my job, my answer is always yes – because of couples like Sara and Jon. This couple is filled with so much love, energy, and warmth that it always puts a smile on my face when I think of our time spent planning. Even before getting engaged, Sara and Jon developed a love for Café Brauer. Walking past it daily gave them both an appreciation for the architecture and beauty of the building, so it was only natural that they decided to start their lives as Mr and Mrs there!
I am always so excited when I get to work with a groom who is as enthusiastic about planning as his bride to be, and that was the case with Jon. We started the wedding weekend off right with a fun and lively rehearsal dinner in the clubroom of their apartment building overlooking Lincoln Park. Jon was very excited to plan this evening with lots of Chicago touches for so many out of town friends and family. We had gorgeous farm tables adorned with décor designed by the brides sister and a Taco Bar courtesy of a favorite restaurant for Sara and Jon – Big Star. It was a great way to get everyone excited for the wedding celebration the following day.
Ruby The Fox set the stage with a custom designed suite honoring Sara’s love for pink and gold tones and her modern vision for the day. The signage was highlighted with lush florals gorgeously designed by Stems Chicago. The room was filled with soft pink garden roses, peonies, black and white anemones, ranunculus and lots of lush greenery to warm the space in Café Brauer and highlight the architecture. Sara was surprised by her students the week of her wedding with long strands of paper cranes, which her students learned were symbols for peace and to grant wishes for the recipient. We used them to adorn the archway where Sara and Jon got to say their vows – so sweet!
Dabble Me This expertly captured every moment of the day and Toast & Jam kept the dance floor packed all night long. I am so happy for Sara and Jon on their marriage and even happier that I get to call them friends. Congrats to you, S+J!
Getting Ready Hotel: Hotel Lincoln
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Café Brauer
Catering: Christine Picerno, Tigerlily Events
Rentals: Hall’s
Linen: BBJ Linen
Officiant: Rev. Jeff Ginsburg, Chicago Weddings
Photography: Christine Brizendine, Dabble Me This
Videography: David Causa, DC Experience Media
Florist: Allison Denny, Stems
Cake and Sweets Table: Janet Lee, Flour Cake and Pastry
Invitation Suite and Day-Of Paper Goods: Megan Kenney, Ruby The Fox
DJ: Emily Agustin, Toast&Jam
Makeup Artist: Shannon O’Brien
Hair Stylist: AJ Shultz, Your Stylist AJ
Transportation: VIP Valet Services
Wedding Dress: Tara Keely from Girls in White Dresses
Wedding Shoes: Jefferey Campbell
Jewlery: J Crew
Bridesmaid Dresses: Joanna August from Bella Bridesmaids
Groom and Groomsmen Attire: Suit Supply
Planning: LK Events Chicago
