Smurthi + Jeffery’s Indian Fusion Wedding

October 28, 2019Leave a comment

This beautiful Indian Fusion wedding was exceptional from start to finish. From the ceremony and luncheon that were held at the Intercontinental on Michigan Avenue to their reception at the Art Institute Chicago, they truly made the most out of their special day. The photographer truly captured all the beautiful Indian wedding traditions and heartfelt moments throughout the day. I was so happy to be apart of this marvelous day.

Venues: Art Institute Chicago + InterContinental Chicago

Decor: Exquisite Designs

Ceremony Musician: Balajj Temple

Catering: Gaylord

Photographer: Tuan B & Co

Dessert: Oak Mill Bakery

Hair Stylist + Makeup Artist: Sonia Roselli

Band: Cagen Orchestra

Videographer: Carrot Wedding Films

Caitlin + Adam

June 2, 2017Leave a comment

It is such an honor to be asked to be from someone who is in the wedding and events industry. Caitlin is a wedding photographer that used to be an event planner! I was thrilled to be apart of her wedding to Adam. Her eye for design and detail is impeccable.

On a sunny July day, Caitlin and Adam tied the knot at a beautiful Catholic wedding but not before the Veil Incident. As Caitlin and Adam were having their first look on a rooftop, Caitlin’s veil blew off and landed on a neighboring rooftop. The building security would not be persuaded by charm or dollars. Luckily, the bridal salon had the same veil in stock and delivered the back up to the church.

Photography: Cristina G Photography

Cake: Cake Chicago

Ceremony: Holy Name Cathedral

DJ: Toast & Jam

Decor: Kehoe Designs

Hotel: Palmer House Hilton

Photo Booth: Smile Booth

Reception: Art Institute of Chicago

Once the newlyweds had officially tied the knot, they joined guests at their whimsical reception and enjoyed a fun night with their loved ones.

Caitlin and Adam are a beautiful couple and so wonderful to work with. I was honored to be asked to help make their special day everything they’d dreamed it would be.

Rebecca + Adam’s Modern Wing Reception

May 17, 2017Leave a comment

I always love that my career let’s me be an integral part of a couple’s wedding day. However, some weddings are closer to me than others. When the wedding is one of your coordinators, it really feels special.

Rebecca and Adam were married at St. James Chapel and hosted their reception in the Griffin Court at the Art Institute Chicago. Rebecca wanted a classic bride look ala Grace Kelly with long sleeves and lace but the station style wedding was completely modern. Rebecca has been with Honey Bee Weddings for four years and used great cast of vendors. The color palette was white, gold and black– the bricks of gold on the bar were divine.

Cake: Elysia Root Cakes

Ceremony: St. James Chapel

DJ: Fig Media

Decor: Kehoe Designs

Linens: BBJ Linens

Chairs: Tablescapes

Hair and Make-up: Sonia Roselli

Hotel: The Langham Chicago

Officiant: Archdiocese of Chicago

Photographer: Dennis Lee Photography

Reception: The Art Institute of Chicago

Photobooth: Smilebooth

After the beautiful ceremony at St. James Chapel, everyone headed to The Art Institute of Chicago for the somehow even more beautiful reception.

Connie and Brian: The Reception

July 20, 20121 Comment

Yesterday, I wrote about Connie and Brian’s morning as well as the Catholic ceremony and Korean tea ceremony. Today, it is all about the reception at Terzo Piano.

All photos by Avery House.

Connie really wanted purple to dominate their decor. Their escort cards were the traditional card in an envelope style.

Honey Bee Weddings has worked at Terzo Piano many times but this was the first client that wanted to transform the space. We added uplighting, linens, and three gorgeous centerpiece designs by Revel Decor.

Amy Beck designed a cake that mimicked the bride’s gown.

One of the centerpieces sat on mirrored boxes to create a truly modern centerpiece.

Some brides mention a flower or a color that they would like to be used on their wedding day. Connie was very specific: She wanted purple dendrobium orchid blossoms in the tall centerpieces.

The last centerpiece was my favorite: low and lush arrangements with tons of color saturation to create a linear tablescape.

Magnificent Milestones designed menus that reflected the modern look of the invitation suite and included their monogram.

The bride and groom had their monogram made into a gobo.

Cheers!

I love this photo because you can see the details of the dress and the cake.

Garter tosses are a rarity these days but you wouldn’t know it by looking at this expressive crowd of gentleman!

A kiss in front of the Restless Rainbow.

No one could have imagined the installation on terrace. I thought that it was beautiful. The shocking colors did make me think of a rainbow!

The bride and groom took photos on the walkway.

Dancing the night away!

Connie + Brian: Morning and the Ceremonies

July 19, 2012Leave a comment

My first meeting with Connie and Brian was over the phone. They lived in New York City and were looking for a Chicago based planner. I was really in awe (and impressed) when they told me that they met in high school. I have friends that have been married for ten years that are high school sweethearts but I have never planned a wedding for a pair!

Many months later, it was the big day. Connie looked so beautiful and the couple looked like they were having so much fun. It was a wonderful wedding and I was so glad to be apart of it.

Ceremony: St. Hyacinth

Reception: The Modern Wing

DJ: DJ Erik

Florist: Revel

Hair and Make-up: Sonia Roselli

Videographer: Chris and Oliver

Cake: Amy Beck

All photos by Avery House.

Connie and Brian’s gorgeous custom invitations by Magnificent Milestones.