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Surprise Proposal at the Art Institute of Chicago
Surprise Proposal at the Art Institute of Chicago

Under the guise of attending an event with friends at the Art Institute, Jacob proposed to Gina at one of their favorite locations. One of their pivotal early dates was held at the museum so Jacob wanted to bring Gina back to that spot for his big moment.

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2025 Bride Holiday Gift Guide
2025 Bride Holiday Gift Guide

Whether you are shopping for a special 2025 bride in your life, looking to treat yourself, or need an easy list to forward to mom, fiancé, or your maid of honor: let us, at Grace + Ivory, take care of the shopping! We get it, your wedding year is filled with endless to-do lists and there’s already so much to get…so figuring out your bridal essentials on top of it all can be overwhelming. 

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Chicago Engagement Session Weaving Tradition with Modern Sophistication
Chicago Engagement Session Weaving Tradition with Modern Sophistication

Ashley and Shah's engagement session in Chicago was a beautiful blend of tradition and modernity, perfectly capturing their unique love story. Despite the rain, we split the session into two days, beginning with Shah's rich Indian heritage showcased in traditional outfits.

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City Wedding at River Roast
City Wedding at River Roast

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.

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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
EXCLUSIVE BLACK FRIDAY OFFER! From curator @heylisakathan Fresh Start Brand Sessions with Lisa Kathan Even though budgets may be tighter, this is NOT a time to sleep on your branding. In fact, it’s the perfect time to lean into it and show up
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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