Westin – Honey Bee Weddings

Lizzie and Chase are a fantastic couple! I feel so lucky that I was apart of their wedding day. Planning the big event was such fun with Lizzie’s keen design eye. The couple had a wonderful day that flew by in the blink of an eye. Steve Koo was right in the middle of the action, documenting the whole thing.

After the grand bubble-laden ceremony exit, the newlyweds and their bridal party traversed the city for pictures, and then everyone met up at The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum for the reception.

The sign of a great wedding is when the end of the night comes and people don’t want the party to stop. That is exactly what happened when Lizzie and Chase’s special day came to a close. The couple and their guests had a fantastic time, and the night proved to be absolutely unforgettable.

Cake: Flour Cake and Pastry

Catering: Limelight Catering

Ceremony: Fourth Presbyterian Church

DJ: DJ Harsh

Decor: Exquisite Designs

Hair and Make-up: Sonia Roselli Beauty

Hotel: The Westin Michigan Avenue

Photobooth: Fotio

Photographer: Steve Koo

Reception: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Marilyn and I met Cindy on a cold evening at Cafe de Lucca in Bucktown. Cindy talked about her upcoming October wedding: no fuss, just great food and a wonderful time. She opted for a non-traditional venue, Gallery 1028. Located in Goose Island, very near Wicker Park. The venue is a gorgeous raw, loft space.

All photos by Jai Girard.

Caterer: Calihan Catering
DJ: DJ Small Change
Dress: Palazzo
Florist: Botanicals
Hair: Studio 110
Hotel: Westin River North
Make-up: Nicole Jacob
Officiant: Rabbi Stanley Halpern
Transportation: Bus Bank
Ceremony + Reception Venue: Gallery 1028

Cindy and her maids got ready at the Westin with hair and make-up on site.

Cindy’s gorgeous gown was designed by local designer Palazzo.

The girls had a toast before heading to meet her groom.

The fabulous bow on the back of her gown. I adore it!

The bride and groom took photos in the city before the ceremony.

The couple headed downtown to take some photos along the riverfront.

Gallery 1028 is perfect for the couple that loathe the idea of a traditional banquet space. Owned by Calihan Catering, any event there is guaranteed to have excellent food.