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Join us in wishing the wonderful Jahnavi and Raghav a happy one year anniversary! We still smile when we remember this beautiful wedding at Ovation that brought so much joy and happiness to the lovely couple. From the personal decorations to the vibrant colors, it was an honor to be a part of your special day.
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Cheers to many more precious smiles like this one!
Love,
Christina and Joan
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Tricia and John, where to start? Individually they were each such a pleasure to be around. Together, they were an unstoppable duo! Their radiant love for one another was clear from the moment we met. Their wedding was the fourth in four years–Tricia’s was the last of four sisters…and what an epic finale it was!
John and his groomsmen began their day at his family’s home. They spent their morning relaxing, playing some light basketball, enjoying lunch, and of course getting ready for the day ahead of them. Meanwhile, the ladies gathered at Tricia’s family home to enjoy each other’s company while starting the glam process! Make Up by Rosie painted their faces to perfection, while Felipe Salon sculpted each gorgeous hair-do.
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We all swooned over how very perfect Tricia looked in her Vera Wang gown. With the excitement level reaching an all time high, both groups headed over to St. Luke Catholic Church chauffeured by Way to Go Limo.
The church was buzzing as guests arrived to witness the marriage of the two love birds. The musicians from St. Luke took their places, Keith from Poetic Productions set up for recording, and the whole church settled in for a sweet and heartwarming ceremony.
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Following the ceremony, Tricia and John captured family photos at the altar. ZR Weddings‘ talented photographers ensured the process went smoothly and efficiently, capturing perfect photographs that the couple will cherish forever. As soon as they finished up, the entire wedding party took off to head around the city of Chicago for group photos.
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Cocktail hour was up next at Union League Club. Indigo had a pianist and two violinist playing lively music to set a fun and inviting mood. The Club served tasty hors d’oeuvres and drinks as guests mingled.
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A few floors up, the Lincoln Ballroom had been transformed into the ultimate celebration space. Westgate Flowers brought life to the room with beautiful and elegant centerpieces.
As soon as guests found their seats, Tricia and John were officially announced in and shared their first dance as a married couple. They mixed things up by inviting all the guests onto the dance floor right away to help get the party started.
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It was time to honor Tricia and John — each toast was filled with laughter, tears, and love as family and friends spoke so highly of the couple. Following toasts, they each shared a dance with their parent before once again inviting the room onto the dance floor!
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After a few songs it was time to enjoy dinner, Union League Club’s F&B team served a gourmet meal to each guest. When dinner was almost over Tricia and John gave a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to all for making their day so very special. Indigo then kicked off the music in full swing, and the whole room took to the dance floor!
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Thanks to Poetic Productions for this adorable recap video!
Fall Catholic & Private Club Wedding from Keith Jorgensen on Vimeo.
Tricia and John, we are so very grateful to have been a part of your perfect wedding! The two of you and your love story will always have a special place in our hearts and minds. We wish you a lifetime of memories just as epic as your wedding.
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It feels like only yesterday that Joanna and Jeff were saying “I do” in front of their loved ones at The Joinery. From the sea of turquoise chairs to the abundant flowers provided by the talented Pollen, it was truly a romantic and magical day. We were so happy to have been a part of it!
Wes Craft Photography
Cheers to your love and happiness!
Love,
Kelly and Joan
For the past several years, we have had the honor of working with Jim and Linda on their company’s annual Senior Leadership Holiday Dinner, and were ecstatic when they asked us to help their daughters organize their 50th Anniversary party (originally scheduled to take place in June at Chicago Botanic Garden). Unfortunately, things didn’t quite go as planned, as the pandemic and social distancing led us to cancel the party.
Jim and Linda’s daughter Shannon didn’t want to cancel the celebration entirely, as 50 years of marriage is an occasion worth honoring! We decided to shift gears and try to incorporate some of the originally planned surprises into a special day celebrating Jim and Linda’s love. We also worked with Jim, the groom of 50 years, to incorporate a few grand gestures to really sweep Linda off her feet.
Rebecca Ickes of Rebecca Marie Photography was there to capture the day’s joy. She was in on some of the secrets and helped us lead Jim and Linda to various points on the property, keeping surprises hidden before they made their debut. Her warm spirit and love of LOVE made her an absolutely perfect fit for this special day.
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When we arrived, Jim and Linda were out in front of their house admiring the festive sign that their daughters had ordered for their parents’ 50th Anniversary. The only clue they had been given by their daughters was to “dress nicely” for the day, and Jim certainly took that to the next level in his handsome tux!
Earlier that morning, we had dropped off two arrangements from Flowers for Dreams in the style of those that we were planning to have as centerpieces for their celebratory fête in June. We knew these large, brightly colored arrangements would bring happiness to their home as they celebrated their anniversary weekend!
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We had a parade of cars lined up down the street, decorated and filled with people who love Jim and Linda and wanted to share in their joy. As Rebecca led Jim and Linda up the drive to take some portraits in front of the house, the cars started to make their way around the circle drive, honking and yelling well-wishes out the windows. Jim and Linda were completely shocked! Their reactions were priceless; we knew that the day was off to a great start.
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One of Jim and Linda’s daughters who lives locally was there with her children, so we made sure to get in a socially-distant family portrait!
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After the car parade, Rebecca asked Jim and Linda to show her their incredibly landscaped backyard. The grandchildren helped their grandparents search the grounds for small painted rocks, sent by some of Jim and Linda’s other grandchildren in Seattle, which they had hidden around the garden.
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After the rocks had been collected, it was on to the next surprise! Jim had been planning a “re-engagement” for months — Linda always teases him that he never properly got down on one knee when they first got engaged. So… propose he did! Donning his tux, and with a pop-up surprise performance by Choice Music Chicago, Jim got down on one knee and brought tears to all our eyes, but most importantly — Linda’s!
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The lovebirds sat and enjoyed a few snacks, some Prosecco, and listened to the live music, basking in the glow of their love and the beautiful sunny weather. They also learned that Heather, the violinist and owner of Choice Music Chicago, plays regularly at St. Pat’s Church, where Jim and Linda frequently attend services!
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While Rebecca and I wiped tears away from our own faces, we snuck out and left the anniversary couple to enjoy their lunch and entertainment. I quickly made my way back home, to prep for the coming Zoom call!
The Zoom call was scheduled in two parts: the first part included only Jim and Linda and their four daughters to wish them a happy anniversary. Jim surprised Linda with an original song he had commissioned from the family’s longtime friend, Anne Heaton. She popped on the zoom to perform the song live — and we had Linda in tears yet again! It was a beautiful testament to Linda’s caring heart and loving spirit.
As that call started to wrap up, Shannon announced to her parents that a few more people wanted to pop in to say hello. Suddenly, the Zoom call went from six people to many, many more as friends and family from across the country called in to wish Jim and Linda congratulations. Fr. Jack Wall, the priest who was planning to renew Jim and Linda’s vows for their June celebration, made an appearance to give a surprise vow renewal and blessing. Needless to say, Jim and Linda were surprised and overcome with emotion.
Later that evening, we had a special delivery from Francesca’s Intimo, a local restaurant that Jim and Linda and their family frequent for celebratory dinners, arrive at their home for a quarantine-friendly meal. It was a lovely way to end a day filled with love, surprises, and socially-distant celebration!
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Jim and Linda, it is always such a treat to work with you both! Your love and care for each other is an inspiration to us all. We wish you many more years of wedded bliss!
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It is hard to believe it’s already been a year since Allison and Mark tied the knot at the ever-enchanting Galleria Marchetti. Even with a little (or a lot of!) rain, these two lovebirds were all smiles. The couple enjoyed a beautiful ceremony followed by a memorable reception that was full of laughter and nonstop dancing!
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We loved being a part of your special day! And we wish you many more years of marital bliss!
Love,
Jennifer and Joan