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A Chicago Love Story
A Chicago Love Story

Juan and Guissell celebrated their union with a wedding that beautifully intertwined their Hispanic heritage with elegant, timeless decor at their reception held at The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection.

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Chicago Lily Pond Surprise Proposal
Chicago Lily Pond Surprise Proposal

Quiet intimacy was the essence of Jaco and Allie's proposal session, and the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pond perfectly reflected that. Soon after arriving, Jaco knelt and proposed. From that moment it was all smiles and embraces as the two soaked in the moment and their connection in that quaint oasis.

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Key Questions Every Couple Should Ask Their Wedding Venue Before Booking
Key Questions Every Couple Should Ask Their Wedding Venue Before Booking

What are the key questions every couple should ask their wedding venue before booking? Wedding planner Kari Thirsk with Wedding Day Chicago has compiled a list of important questions to ask during your venue tours. While none of these are necessarily deal-breakers, having the answers will make your planning process smoother and help set realistic expectations for your wedding day.

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A Festive Chicago North Avenue Pier Queer Couple’s Portrait with Rescue Dog
A Festive Chicago North Avenue Pier Queer Couple’s Portrait with Rescue Dog

Dressed in coordinating 50s vintage long coats, they were not only fashionable but also warm for their winter Chicago session at North Avenue Pier. To not only celebrate their love for each other, but also for their love of their home city, the couple wanted to really take advantage of the iconic Chicago location for their portraits.

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Abbey and Ryan, both born and raised in Chicago, got engaged on Christmas and soon began planning their dream wedding. They tied the knot the following October, celebrating their love in the heart of their beloved city. Photography: @maloosphotograph
Boudoir Event from @audreysimperphoto Date: Saturday, January 4th 2025 Timeslots available: 9am-5pm first come first serve Location: The Hoxton Hotel Chicago 45min boudoir session, 20 images with optional add ons - $350 It’s back! Audrey Simp
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J & G’s love story feels like it’s straight out of a movie. They first met in high school, flipping burgers at “Cheeseburger in Paradise.” Life took them in different directions, but fate had other plans! Years later, on a
A perfect fall palette and a wonderful combination of traditional and non-traditional themes on a wedding day. With stunning floral and designs created by Cresco Stems, we are excited to share this stunning wedding at Fairlie Chicago for all of your
CHI thee WED Community Exclusive Styled Shoot! This styled photoshoot tells a story of love shaped by tradition, patience, and elegance. We envisioned a wedding design where the intricate art of origami would intertwine with natural beauty, creating
This wedding was a perfect blend of the couple’s personalities and shared interests, set on a Friday the 13th with a Halloween theme at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel. To add a spooky touch, Jimmy’s groomsmen wore Michael Myers ma
Juliana and Nathan’s wedding day was an unforgettable celebration of love set in the heart of Chicago. The day began with preparations at The Robey Hotel, where the couple enjoyed stunning city views from the rooftop bar. The excitement and joy
This couple said they wanted to jump in the lake for their engagement session that their photographer made it happen. We fully believe that every couple is different and can (AND SHOULD) be completely unique when it comes to their wedding. What do yo
Welcome @handledbyhamlin_events to the @chitheewed vendor community!! “Handled by Hamlin Events is a wedding and event planning/management service based in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicagoland. The team is committed to helping you navigate the
 

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