Wedding Inspiration

Your curated source for expert advice, real wedding stories, and intentional insights to help you plan an amazing and memorable wedding.

Emily & Kate
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Emily & Kate

Emily and Kate’s wedding at The Wellsley Chicago beautifully blended tradition, creativity, and heart. With just seven months to plan, they created an elegant, floral-filled celebration that honored family, faith, and the joy of community — complete with a challah and honey display to welcome a sweet new year.

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Selena & Ben
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Selena & Ben

Ben and Selena’s Chicago wedding was a cinematic love story brought to life — moody greenery, candlelight, and an elegant nod to the Pacific Northwest. Inspired by Twilight and filled with personal touches like a custom Laury Bride gown, creative dinnerware, and a string quartet in the marble lobby of 190 S. LaSalle, their celebration perfectly balanced romance, sophistication, and personality.

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Cassidy & Conor
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Cassidy & Conor

A romantic spring wedding at The Drake Oakbrook planned by Chicago wedding planner Birdcage & Blushers. Cassidy and Conor’s celebration blended timeless elegance, bold color, and personal touches that reflected their shared love of baseball and the city where their story began.

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Fatima & John
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Fatima & John

Set in the historic King Arthur Court at the InterContinental Chicago, this wedding blended timeless elegance with heartfelt cultural touches—from stunning stained-glass windows to vibrant Bosnian music and a beautiful tribute to late loved ones. A celebration of love, legacy, and everything in between.

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