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Cafe Brauer Wedding – Rebecca and Jeremy

March 7, 2019

Ed & Aileen Photography

August 26, 2018. HOT HOT HOT. The weather called for upper 90s with high humidity and of course they were right! Although the temperature kept everyone a little warmer than we’d have liked, the day was truly the epitome of a fairy tale Chicago wedding.

Ed & Aileen Photography was there to capture the day’s festivities from the start.  The wedding parties gathered at the Hotel Lincoln for wedding prep where Ania and Erica Janssen provided hair and makeup services for the ladies.  Everyone looked absolutely stunning.

Ed and Aileen Photography

The breezy burgundy bridesmaid dresses were just perfect for the occasion.  Vale of Enna hand-delivered the (stunning!) personal flowers. The lush bouquets were filled with ​white dahlias, garden and spray roses, pink protea, coral ranunculus and eucalyptus.

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

The men kept it light and easy looking dapper as ever in their tuxes. Jeremy gifted each of his groomsmen with a handsome set of cufflinks;  the perfect touch to tie it all together!

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

The morning moved quickly and soon it was time for Jeremy and Rebecca’s first look. Jeremy staged in the park across the street from Hotel Lincoln to await his beautiful bride.

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

As first look photos were snapped, Absolute Dream Trolley was ready to take everyone around the city for photos while simultaneously acting as a cooling station for the couple and their squad.

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Chicago’s landscaping and backdrops did not disappoint. The wedding crew made the 100+ temps look better than anyone ever could have hoped for.

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Final stop, Café Brauer. The countdown to the ceremony was on as final touches were put into place.

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Sheri Reda from Flow Ceremonies led a heartfelt ceremony that could not have been more romantic and perfect. Her words left hearts swelling as she brought guests from tears to laughter.  At the end of the ceremony, we welcomed the new Mr. and Mrs.!

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Finally, it was time to let loose and celebrate the gorgeous couple! Café Brauer looked magnificent on this warm summer night. Dinner from Tigerlily was exceptional.  All was in place as Sway Chicago kicked off dinner with the wedding party announcements. The toasts were as entertaining as the food was delicious.

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

As soon as the meal was complete, the crowd was out of their seats dancing the night away. Sway Chicago kept the party abuzz until the very last song.

The final touch to a picture perfect day and couple was an unforgettable evening sparkler send-off followed by a Windy City Limo bus ride back to local hotels.

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Rebecca, Jeremy and their families were an absolute joy to work with.  We wish them all the very best in life, love and happiness!

Ed and Aileen Photography

Rebecca and Jeremy have also been featured on Partyslate! Check it out here.

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Ignite Glass Studios Wedding – Glynis and William

January 11, 2018

I’m not sure if you all remember where you were on Saturday, October 14, 2017…but I sure do! Some phrases that come to mind: record rain falls, flash floods, rain storms, heavy rain, and my favorite…the wettest October day in Chicago’s history.  And you guessed it, wedding day for Glynis and William!  Thankfully, legend has it that if it rains on your wedding day, you are destined for a happy and healthy marriage!  Needless to say, the show must (and did) go on.  The day ended up being a beautiful, memorable day for everyone.

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Glynis had her hair done at Penny Lane Studios then began her low-key day getting ready dressed at the Kimpton Gray Hotel.  They both chose private settings to prep for the day to come.  Once photo ready, it was time for the first look. Michelle Catalano-Reilly of Spark & Glow Photo along with William waited patiently at the The Gray’s gorgeous cascading marble staircase as Glynis worked her way down for the first hello. The look on their faces said it all. Rain or shine the day was going to be perfect, because these two were perfectly in love.

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Glynis and William took some solo shots around the The Gray before joining their wedding party and hopping onto their preferred mode of transportation, the big yellow school bus courtesy of Starfish Transportation!

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Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

To everyone’s surprise, despite the weather the group was still able to pop around the city and grab some stunning photos before heading to Ignite Glass Studios.

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Flowers for Dreams did a stunning job draping the space in lush Cafe au Lait and burgundy dahlias, peach ranunculus, and coffee break roses.  Elegant Event Lighting perfected the look with uplighting and romantic drapery.

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Before we knew it, it was time for the ceremony to begin. Personal readings from The Velveteen Rabbit and My Struggle along with written vows made the ceremony personal and unforgettable.  The wedding was officiated by Casey Skillington.

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Finally, it was time to party!  The room was cozy and romantic as the wind and rain coated the glass walls.  Lula Cafe did an incredible job feeding everyone there (our vendor meal was delightful!).  Binny’s  provided the libations for the evening.

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

The speeches and toasts brought smiles and laughs to all. It wasn’t long before everyone (and I mean EVERYONE), was on the dance floor partying the night away with DJ Mike Smith.

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

Spark and Glow Photo

It may have been one of the wettest days in Chicago’s history, but it was a memorable day for many other reasons.  These two were so much fun to work with and we wish Glynis and William the absolute best in life, love, and happiness.  Congrats!

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The Drake Hotel – Lexi and Mike

December 19, 2017

The day, September 9, 2017. The weather, 70 degrees and picture perfect.  The couple, as cute, fun, and perfect as they come.  Ed and Aileen of Ed & Aileen Photography, along with Lightfield Lewis of Lightfield Video were there to capture the day’s festivities from the start.  The ladies gathered at the Drake Hotel’s breathtaking Princess Diana suite which created the perfect environment for getting ready and capturing the beauty, energy and excitement of the day to come.

Blushing Bride and Crew at the Chicago Drake Hotel

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The ladies were more than ready to put on their gorgeous mauve floor length dresses after hair and make up was done by Three One Two Bridal and Diem Angie.  The flowers were equally as breathtaking: The Foxglove Studio had created lush bouquets filled with ​pale​ ​pinks,​ ​hints of burgundy,​ ​protea,​ ​spray​ ​rose, and ​cappuccino​ ​roses.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

The men gathered at the Drake Hotel as well for some sliders, beverages, and the Iowa Hawkeye game. Although they kept it light and easy they were dressed to a T in their tuxes and looked dapper as ever.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Before we knew it, Chicago Trolley and Double Decker was in place to take the bridal party off to St Michael’s Old Town.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

The sun was beaming on St Michael’s Old Town and the vaulted ceilings created the perfect backdrop for Lexi and Mike to say “I do”.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

The ceremony was full of love, laughter, and joy. Mike’s father’s band played beautiful music throughout the ceremony. Lexi’s parents could not help but feel a bit of nostalgia for the church where they also said their vows decades before. Many personal touches made this ceremony one to remember for everyone involved.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

After the “I do’s”, Lexi and Mike departed the church and immediately took off on a horse drawn carriage ride from Chicago Carriage, just as Lexi’s parents had following their ceremony at St. Mike’s many years before.  You couldn’t help but get wrapped up in all the beautiful memories and traditions theses two were creating.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

After their short carriage ride through the city, Lexi and Mike joined the bridal party aboard the trolley and took off for photos at Fourth Presbyterian Church as well as some other favorite locations around Chicago.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

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Lexi and Mike were stunned at the transformation of The Gold Coast Room at the Drake Hotel which was truly the perfect space to celebrate and dance the night away.  Chicago Lighting Design did a great job illuminating the space.  Lexi and Mike took time to practice their first dance one last time before they showed off for their guests. It was hard to deny the two were perfectly in sync in every way possible.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

Once dinner began, the speeches and toasts were thoughtful, hysterical, personal and perfect . Each filled the room with many laughs and happy tears.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

Ed and Aileen Photography

It was a very heartfelt moment as Lexi danced with her father to “It Won’t be Like this for Long”. You could see the love and joy on both of their faces and it was hard not to be wrapped up in the dance and moment as much as they were.

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Immediately after dances, the crowd danced the night away on the open dance floor. The Gold Coast All Stars kept the dance floor lively until 1am.

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Ed and Aileen Photography

Check out Lexi and Mike’s wedding preview here courtesy of Lightfield Lewis.

Lexi, Mike, and their families were an absolute joy to work with.  We wish them all the very best in life, love, and happiness!

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Lexi and Mike’s wedding was also featured on Lakeshore In Love.  View their feature HERE!

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The day was June 24, 2017 and it was the picture perfect Chicago wedding day that every bride dreams of.  The ladies were up bright and early getting ready at Glowout Salon and everyone was all smiles as the sun rose without a cloud in the sky.

Caitlin Lisa of Caitlin Lisa Photography was there to capture the day’s festivities from the start.  After the beautifying was complete, everyone gathered back at the Crowne Plaza Metro Chicago.  The girls looked flawless in their floral floor length dresses as they helped Kara into her fairytale bridal gown and classic Kate Spade heels.

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Caitlin Lisa Photography

The men were looking sharp as well in their navy suits.  There was no denying it was going to be a beautiful day.

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Before we knew it everyone was headed off to St. Alphonsus to get the ceremony underway.  Being from Lakeview themselves truly made this ceremony special in so many ways for Kara and Mark.  All eyes were on the bride as everyone, including Mark, saw her for the first time walking down the aisle. The ceremony went off without a hitch and before you knew it Kara and Mark were leaving as Mr. and Mrs.

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Chicago Premier Trolley  took the bridal party around the city for photos. They made stops in Lincoln Park and along the Chicago River, capturing the glowing couple on a perfect Chicago summer day.

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Caitlin Lisa Photography

After photos, the wedding party arrived at City Winery to continue the celebration.  The Matt Stedman Band was playing, wine was flowing, and the hors d’oeuvres were second to none.

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Caitlin Lisa Photography

Following cocktails guests made their way into the concert hall for dinner and dancing. The room was decorated beautifully by Fleur with ivory hydrangeas, seeded eucalyptus, dusty miller and brilliant star spray roses. Their gorgeous cake was also draped with the same lush floral.

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Caitlin Lisa Photography

Caitlin Lisa Photography

The speeches and toasts were thoughtful, funny, and heartfelt; they filled the room with laughs, tears and lots of love.

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Shortly after dinner the dance floor was filled which continued well into the night. We couldn’t have asked for  a more wonderful way to celebrate this lovely couple. We wish Kara and Mark all the very best!

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Palmer House Wedding – Laura and Mike

March 3, 2017

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It took only one meeting with Laura, Mike, and Nancy (mother of the bride) to know that this was a couple that encompassed the meaning of true love in every sense. Laura, Mike (and Nancy) wanted the day to be as perfect as their love.

Wedding day morning began early at The Palmer House Hilton. The ladies gathered in Laura’s suite while the guys assembled in Mike’s.  Jayme, Jennica, and Sophia from Ann LaCorte Hair and Makeup Design were well into hair and makeup by late morning and George Street Photo and Video was lucky enough to capture the beauty of the day.

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

The ladies helped Laura into her stunning gown that truly fit like a glove.  As Nancy Krause Floral and Design arrived with flowers it seemed all the pieces were falling into place just perfectly. The bouquets were filled with antique hydrangea, white and desert sand roses, soft pink peonies and gray brunia.  The flowers created the perfect contrast to the ladies’ navy blue gowns.

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George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

Before the ceremony, the ladies were able to slip away and take some photos around town.  In true Chicago fashion they paid homage to the World Series Champion Chicago Cubs just six days after they had taken their new title.

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George Street Photo and Video

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The ceremony was held in the Honore Room of The Palmer House Hilton. The room’s breathtaking vaulted ceiling and chandeliers created a magnificent backdrop for Laura and Mike to say I do. The service was filled with personal touches, heartfelt vows, laughter, and tears of joy. It wasn’t long before they stomped the glass and were off as Mr. and Mrs. Michael Zimmerman!  Mazel Tov!

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

Laura, Mike, and their families took photos around the Palmer House Hilton while final touches were being made in the Empire Room for the night’s festivities.  The room had a certain glow to it that was similar to Laura and Mike’s. You could just feel the love from family and friends.

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

Laura and Mike kicked off the reception while dancing to “XO” by John Mayer.  They cut their remarkable cake created by Cake Chicago, listened to heartfelt speeches which made everyone laugh and cry, and enjoyed an outstanding dinner of Filet Mignon crafted by Palmer House’s chefs. In no time at all, Toast and Jam DJs had all of the guests dancing away into the night.

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

George Street Photo and Video

As the night came to an end it was made certain that this day full of love would transpire into a lifetime of happiness. Laura and Mike, it was a pleasure working with you we wish you all the best!

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