Artifact Events Spotlight

Take a look inside this gorgeous loft venue in Ravenswood.

Venue, Venue Spotlight, Tips & Tricks, Ravenswood, Wedding InspirationOlivia NicolettiSeptember 27, 2018Artifact Events, Olive Fine Weddings & Events Comment

Cristina & Konrad's Surprise Proposal

Is there really anything sweeter than a surprise proposal on the lake front path?

Proposal, Lake Front, Downtown, Engagement, Love StoryNicole FaulsSeptember 26, 2018Cay Diamond PhotographyComment

Casey & Thomas' Elegant Navy County Club Wedding Day

This wedding is overflowing with candles, driftwood and floral-filled navy and white ceramic centerpieces and a custom wedding gown you can’t miss!

Lindsay & Mike's Gunmetal and Berry Wedding Day

Berry colored flowers, gunmetal and gold accents -we have a crush on this real wedding!

Choosing Your Wedding Dream Team

Read why your wedding pro’s industry relationships are important in planning your big day!

Blog, Curator - Photography, Photographer, Tips & Tricks, VendorMichelle CoxSeptember 20, 2018Michelle Cox PhotographyComment

Nichole & Jarrel's Downtown Engagement Session

From the iconic Chicago theater to Buckingham Fountain - see why we can’t get enough of these two!

Downtown, Engagement, Loop, Museum CampusJeffrey MaitlandSeptember 18, 2018Emily-Melissa Photography, Museum Campus, Buckingham Fountain, The Chicago TheaterComment

Pineapple Flamingo on the Lake at Evanston Golf Club

Pineapples, flamingos, and the green lush golf course create an incredibly vibrant look to hold onto those summertime vibes in this fun styled shoot!

A Romantic, Dusty Blue Wedding Styled Shoot

Something old, something new, something borrowed, and so much dusty blue!

Sarah & Eric's Wild in Love Wedding Day

Themed “Wild in Love” this wedding has edgy and unique details!

Budget, Catering, Custom, DIY, Farm, Real Wedding, Rustic, Unique, Plano, Pink, Blue, Burgundy, HistoricNicole FaulsSeptember 13, 2018Elite Photo, Homestead 1854, RJA Design, Ginger and Soul, Saks Fifth Avenue, Spread Music, Eclipse Salon, ModClothComment

Wish Upon a Wedding 9th Annual Blissful Wishes Ball!

Decor, Event, Florals, Lighting, Luxury, Give BackNicole FaulsSeptember 12, 2018Studio This Is, Wish Upon a Wedding, Morgan MFGComment

Dessert Tables Are ALL The Rage!

These days you can have your cake and eat cookies too!

Cake/Dessert, Curator - Cake/Dessert, Tips & TricksErin MartinSeptember 10, 2018ECBG Cake Studio, Alicia's PhotographyComment

Megan & Chad's Glamorous Ritz Carlton Wedding

This wedding is over the top and swoon worthy in every way!

Susan & Jordan's Engagement at Salvage One

When you love a venue so much you have to take photos their twice!

Beach, Engagement, Rustic, Unique, West Loop, VenueNicole FaulsSeptember 8, 2018North Avenue Beach, Salvage One, Emily Anne Photography Comment

Festival Friday - Sept 7

Can’t stop summer with this weekend’s lineup of festivals including musical flashbacks, tasty treats, and all the wine!

Beverages, Festival Friday, Grant Park, Lincoln Square, Loop, Music, Roscoe Village, Things To Do, Zoo, Lincoln Park, Gladstone ParkGuest UserSeptember 7, 2018Comment

The Perfect Groom's Gift List

Finding your future husband the perfect gift shouldn’t be stressful!

Bespoke, Groom, Tips & Tricks, Unique, GiftsGrant McNamaraSeptember 6, 2018The Wedding GPS, Terre D'Hermes, Tom Ford Black Orchid, Daniel Wellington, Shinola, No Cold Feet, SurmesurComment

Megan & Shawn's Chic Country Club Wedding

A chic country club wedding featuring stunning farmer’s market flowers!

DIY, Decor, Florals, Photographer, Real Wedding, Rustic, Venue, Wedding Inspiration, Barrington, Country ClubNicole FaulsSeptember 5, 2018Grey Garden Creative, Biltmore Country Club, Salon Cora, Piscasaw Gardens, Deerfield's Bakery, Music by Design, Kathryn's BridalComment

Festival Friday - Aug 31st

Dive into some Labor Day weekend fun with Brittany and 3 days worth of festivals, food, and shows!

Event, Festival Friday, Grant Park, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Loop, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, Things To Do, Jefferson Park, Washington ParkGuest UserAugust 31, 2018Comment

Centerpiece tips from Olive Fine Weddings!

Olivia is a details girl! She shares her favorite centerpiece ideas with you!

Blog, Budget, Decor, DIY, Event Planner, Paper Goods, Rentals, Tablescape, Tips & Tricks, Unique, Wedding InspirationOlivia NicolettiAugust 30, 2018Olive Fine Weddings & EventsComment

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