Wedding flowers by Scarlet Petal Florist Chicago, IL

Picture Perfect Chicago Wedding and Newberry Library Reception

From getting ready at the Four Seasons to plenty of outdoor photos around town, and a gorgeous reception at Newberry Library, this picture perfect Chicago wedding was bursting with beauty and love. Megan and James exchanged their vows in a dream-come-true ceremony at the stately St. Michael's. Then, they celebrated in style with friends and loved ones at the wonderful Newberry Library on Walton. Their floral bouquets and decorations featured calla lilies, roses, ranunculous, hydrangeas, spray roses, and more. With glass, candlelight, and silver accents, it was lush, romantic, and elegant, too. What a fantastic Spring day for this awesome couple. See it all at Heather DeCamp Photography. Thank you Megan and James for letting our designs be part of your spectacular wedding day. We loved working with you, and we wish you a world of happiness.

Credits: Heather DeCamp Photography, Lola Event Productions, Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Elegant Pink, Lavender and White Riverfront Wedding

We loved this wonderful couple and their elegant pink, lavender and white wedding at the Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront. Linda and Volen originally crossed paths at a high school speech team event, were more formally introduced when Linda was a freshman at the University of Illinois, and began dating a few years later. Their gorgeous wedding and reception featured roses, hydrangea, hypericum berries, peonies, astilbe, and more, with alternating arrangements lining the aisle and lots of romantic candlelight. Linda was just radiant in her stunning Lazaro gown from Bella Bianca, and the whole day was filled with love and joy. Thank you Linda and Volen for letting us play a small part. See more of this vibrant downtown wedding at Jill Tiongco Photography.

Credits: Grace Stramaglia, Jill Tiongco Photography, Bittersweet Bakery, Bella Bianca Bridal Couture, Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront, Medialab, Minted.com, and Mindy City.

Flossmoor Country Club Wedding

Thank you Just Love Me (Photo + Design) and Jessi Bornack for sharing these wonderful images from Sarah and Joe's wedding. We can't believe it's been more than a year since we all came together on this wonderful day. The ceremony at Christ Lutheran in Orland Park and the reception at Flossmoor Country Club were both marvelous. What a wonderful group of people! We loved the soft colors and textures in Sarah's bouquet, and the mini-calla boutonnieres were so tasteful! In fact, everything was lovely, but it was the warmth and support of family and friends that made this celebration so memorable. Thank you Sarah and Joe for letting us play a part. See more at JessiBornack.com.

Credits: Toast and Jam, Creative Cakes, Tamara Makeup and Hair Artistry

Romantic Summer Wedding at the InterContinental

It may have been a little cloudy outside, but on the inside hearts were filled with joy at this elegant summer wedding and reception at Chicago's InterContinental. The bride carried a textured white and blush bouquet with peonies, garden roses, dahlias, spray roses, astilbe, and bupleurum. The reception decor was lush, white, and romantic, with hydrangeas, roses, stock, spray roses, white yarrow, and white astribe, elevated centerpieces on silver pedestals, and mint julep cups with shimmering votive candles. The bride and groom were stunning, the setting magnificent, and the families wonderful. It was such a pleasure to be part of Icy and Mike's awesome wedding day. See more of the gorgeous celebration at Dawn E. Roscoe Photography. Congratulations Icy and Mike! We wish you a lifetime of happiness.

Credits: Hotel InterContinental, Theresa Schumacher, Dawn E. Roscoe Photography, Take The Cake, and Ikyne Medialab

Autumn Old Town Wedding

Allysa and Devon met as undergrads through a mock-trial team at Loyola. Devon, a sophomore, was team captain, and Allysa, a freshman, was a rare unanimous choice to join that year. During their first tournament, in Lexington, KY, Allysa and Devon were teamed up to work together. Two months later, they were working together again. He asked her out during a mock trial in Ohio, and the relationship grew from there. They went on to pursue their law degrees, at N.Y.U. and the University of Michigan, but when the time was right, he proposed at one of her favorite restaurants -- in Disneyland. "It was the best-ever closing argument," said Allysa. They tied the knot at St. Michael's in Old Town on an unusually pleasant November day. Then, they wined and dined their friends and family at Germania Place, in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast. While Allysa and Devon are both accomplished attorneys practicing in New York, their love for Chicago really shined through. It was an honor to be part of their spectacular day, and we wish them all the joy in the world. See more at Elena Bazini Photography." Congratulations, Allysa and Devon!

Credits: Elena Bazini Photography, St. Michael's Church in Old Town, Germania Place, Kenmare Catering, Toast & Jam DJs, Lexoria Wedding Films, Madison James (gown), Alfred Angelo (dresses), Vera Wang (menswear), and Just Invite Me (invitations)

Swissotel Chicago Wedding

Katy and Rudy were originally introduced by co-workers, but they planned much of their wedding from Germany, where they were currently living. So, their wedding day was a joyous gathering of family and friends from Florida, Seattle, Maryland, Washington, DC and almost everywhere in between. To make guests feel welcome, they threw a casual Wedding Eve bash at Portillo's, with yummy Chicago style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches. Their pretty pink and white wedding the following day was simple but upscale at the stylish Swissotel Chicago. We loved this couple, their wedding party, and their families. See more of their beautiful wedding and reception at Lilly Photography. Thank you Katy and Rudy for letting us play a small part in your very special day!

Credits: Lilly Photography, Clementine Custom Events, Swissotel Chicago, Makeup by Diem Angie Nguyenm, and Music by Cage & Aquarium.

Sparks Fly at City View Loft

This chic Fourth of July wedding had tons of summer fun and excitement. From the touching ceremony at Assumption Catholic Church to the barbecue cocktail hour, lush pink and gold loft reception, and outdoor evening sparklers, everything was a blast. The theme was "Sparks Will Fly on the Fourth of July." Kenna was gorgeous in her Monique Lhuillier gown, Mike was simply dashing, and everyone had a ball dancing to the John Paris Band. Scarlet Petal helped with the personal flowers and bouquets. See more from the folks at Elevate Events, who put it all together beautifully. Congratulations Kenna and Mike! May your life together always have that special spark.

Credits: Glass Lilac Photo, City View Loft, Event Essentials, Pure Kitchen Catering, West Town Bakery, and Elana Darrus Makeup & Hair.

Autumn Wedding at City Winery

Despite busy careers, Sarah and Elliott found each other, fell in love, and even made time to enjoy a wonderful honeymoon in Hawaii. A Fellow in developmental and behavioral pediatrics at the University of Chicago, Sarah has provided medical care in India, Africa, Haiti, and Nicaragua. Elliott is an accomplished civil and criminal attorney in the Office of the Chief Judge with the Circuit Court of Cook County. He's also an Adjunct Professor at the DePaul University College of Law. Both are Chicago treasures, and it was an honor to play a part in their joyous October wedding at Chicago's City Winery. The day was filled with love, laughter, and dancing. We adored the colors in Sarah's bouquet and the romantic candlelit aisle at the ceremony. See more at Steve Koo Photography. Congatulations Sarah and Elliott, and thanks for all you do for our city!

Credits: Sweetchic Events, Hotel Palomar, Dan Hayes Orchestra, Cake Chicago

Something Borrowed, Somthing Blue

Thank you Amanda Sudimack and Associates for sharing this lovely Chicago wedding at the W City Center. Freya and Evan are a wonderful example of a couple that truly collaberates with vendors to create an incredible ambiance to reflect their own personal style and love. From the romantic candlelight ceremony to the gorgeous touches of blue, including the bride's shoes, everything came together beautifully. We loved the shimmering votives, amazing wedding cake, and refreshing blue hydrangeas with lavender accents. And, we loved this great couple even more. Congratulations, Freya and Evan. We couldn't be happier for you, and we wish you a long and beautiful life together. See more at Artisan Events.

Credits: Venue and Accommodations by W City Center, Event Planning by The Ideal Day, Hair and Makeup by Bridal Beauty Chicago, Flowers and Decor by Scarlet Petal, Additional Decorations by BBJ Linens, Cake by TipsyCake, Music by The Mix.

Summer Wedding at Germania Place

This super couple met in Spain, became engaged near Belmont Harbor, and tied the knot at Chicago's Germania Place. It was a picture perfect summer day, filled with great food, wonderful friends, and lots of dancing, too. The floral decor in the Grand Ballroom featured an assortment of elevated and lower centerpieces, brimming with lush, blush, white and pink blooms, and accented with romantic candles. Everything was coordinated meticulously by JDetailed Events. What more could a bride and groom ask for? Thank you Lindsay and Kyle for letting us be a part of your fantastic celebration! We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness together.

Credits: Christina G Photography, Kenmare Catering, Cagen Music, Smiling Toad Videography, and Tipsy Cake.