Dana and Mike’s wedding took place at Galleria Marchetti on May 29, 2011. The event was beautiful, the bride and groom looked radiant, and the bridal party was exceptionally warm and friendly to the MDE team.

Bridal Expo! The country’s largest couture bridal show where brides and grooms-to-be have the opportunity to walk aisles and aisles of the best wedding retailers and merchants, getting up close and personal with all of the necessary details to make your wedding dreams come true.  From food to flowers to bridal gowns and formalwear, from rings and registries to limousines and honeymoons, you’ll meet the best wedding vendors from Chicago and Milwaukee.

Click here to see footage from the spring expo earlier this year (footage courtesy of Loudbyte Cinematography)…the runway show is fabulous!

We loved working along side Carasco Photography, Exquisite Design Chicago and Shutterbooth…

Special thanks to Naomi of TipsyCake for the beautiful cake in our display, Alex of Exquisite Designs for the florals, and Sandy from Classic Party Rentals for the assist in bringing our table to life!

Also thank you to Carasco for the images and to Jim and Bill for letting us be a part of such a fabulous day!

Chicago Institution Gene & Georgetti Celebrates Milestone 70^th Birthday With Three “Throwback” Nights, July 14-16, 2011

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The city’s oldest steakhouse marks 70 years with entertainment, cuisine, cocktails, and prices straight out of the 1940’s

Heather and Mark had a truly memorable wedding day at A New Leaf on May 21! The venue was the perfect setting for a romantic evening as it offers a rare combination of a beautiful outdoor courtyard with an award-winning multi-level interior of exposed brick, “suspended” concrete staircases and modern metalwork throughout. A New Leaf is truly a unique place to hold an event as it stands out from many of the rivaling contemporary venues in the Chicagoland area. Romance filled the air, as well as, the savory scent of the delicious buffet  provided by Phil Stefani Signature Events buffet, which was complemented by a style of open seating, where the guests had their freedom to intersperse with many guests.

Heather and Mark’s wedding included many fun and personal details. Firstly, Heather carried Scottish Heather in her bouquet and also had a bagpiper to honor her Scottish heritage. With Heather’s family coming from Chardon, Ohio it was really important to her that her Chicago wedding had elements of her home town. Brought in as wedding favors were Chardon’s famous maple candies from Richard’s Maple Products. Additionally, Heather requested Kilwin’s Blue Moon Ice Cream to be served with the wedding cake. Other fun menu items by Phil Stefani Signature Events included a late night passing of sliders and fries.

We have spotlighted a few of our favorite images, courtesy of Carasco Photography.

Ceremony & Reception: A New Leaf
Catering: Phil Stefani Signature Events
Floral/Decor: A New Leaf
Hotel Accommodations: Beldon-Stratford
Transportation: Pontarelli Charter
Photography: Carasco Photography
Videography: Ben Mahoney Productions
Invitations/Stationary: Erickson Design
Cake: Tipsy Cake
DJ: Toast & Jam
Make-up: Aga Kaskiewicz
Gown: Lazaro
Bride and Bridesmaids Accessories: The Left Bank
Chicalba Bag Piper: Dave Johnston