WEDDING BLOG

Chic Chicago Wedding at Trump International Hotel & Tower – Angela and Chris

October 23, 2012 | editorial team

Angela and Chris used their Chicago wedding day to showcase so much of what they love about their hometown. The Trump International Hotel & Tower is sleek, modern, and oh-so-city, so it was the perfect choice for their chic wedding that had a classic palette with pops of bright color. You can totally see they are head over heels for each other and their city!

The Couple: Angela and Chris

The Wedding: 7.14.12 – Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago – Chicago, Illinois

What three adjectives best describe your wedding? Fun, whimsical and organic

What was your wedding color palette? Black, white, yellow and red

What inspired your personal wedding style, and how did you incorporate your style and personalities into your big day? We had the theme of locally grown because were both from Chicago. We had our good friend Sandra Yoon, who graduated valedictorian from Parsons New School for Design, create our theme, invitation video and design. We really tried to showcase Chicago and the wonderful talent born here.

Looking back, what are the moments, decisions or memories that you love the most about your wedding? I love that we kept it small and intimate. By doing this, we could do special things for our guests that really made our wedding memorable for them. It showed our guests that we really appreciate the support theyve given us throughout our lives.

What piece of advice would you give to a bride planning her wedding today? Just have fun!

The Wedding Team:

Photographer: WASIO Photography
Event Planner: JEM – Jacquis Event Management
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
Officiant: Andrew Kim
Invitation Designer: Sandra Yoon
Florist: Russ Wholesale Flowers and Pollen
Cake: Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Wedding dress: House of Brides
Bridal accessories: HappilyEverBorroWED.com
Hair and make-up: Hair – Lisa Pietrzak, Make-up – Robert White
DJ: Dylan J Peterson

Thank you Angela and Chris for sharing your big day with us!

Sarah Seven Fall 2013 Wedding Dress Collection – Bridal Market

October 22, 2012 | editorial team

While in NYC for Bridal Market last week, I had the pleasure of meeting Sarah Seven. Designer of whimsical, sweet dresses that always make me weak in the knees, she was just as sweet herself! As I looked through the racks of flowy, shimmery gowns, Sarah told me “for fall 2013 we really went more in depth with the Sarah Seven look, we love all things romantic, whimsical, ethereal and we added a touch of cool ready to wear items. We added gowns that are closer to the body as well as one that is very full. Expanding on fabric choices we added a lot more lace as well as textured fabrics and different weights on silk chiffon.” I noticed a lot of gorgeous gold, silver, and grey in those expanded fabric selections, which were also carried over into the hairpieces and jewelry that she has in the collection. Love!

Vintage Circus Wedding Decor and Fashion Inspiration for Get Hitched Give Hope

October 22, 2012 | editorial team

What fun wedding ideas we have for you all today! Straight from the creative wedding professionals who create the wonderful Seattle charitable gala event, Get Hitched Give Hope, we have the photo shoot that showcases the theme of this year’s event – Backstage At The Circus!.

Here’s how the team at Get Hitched Give Hope describes the concept on their blog: “Close your eyes for a second. Imagine the salty smell of popcorn and sweet aroma of cotton candy, the sparkle of glitter and whimsy of balloons, and the trumpeting of elephants and rumbling roar of lions.

You hear the call of the ringmaster, booming out over the roaring crowd in his melodic cantor, ‘Laaaaaadies and gentlemen, brides and grooms, welcome to the grrrrrreatest show on earth! A spectacular spectacle! The most giving of galas! The show of all shows! Step right up, and see the one, the only, the most fantastic gathering of clever coordinators, beguiling beat-makers, fantastic florists, delectable deserts, skillful shutterbugs, and dashing dressmakers all under one roof!’

When you open your eyes, this is what you see. A vintage circus! Welcome to the 5th annual bridal gala and charity auction of Get Hitched Give Hope!”

To learn more about GHGH and the incredible gala that will raise funds for The Dream Foundation – a wish-granting organization for adults suffering from life-threatening diseases, and Young Survival Coalition – a foundation providing support for young women with breast cancer, visit www.GetHitchedGiveHope.com, and come join us under the big top on November 5th, 2012!

Get Hitched Give Hope
November 8, 2012 – 6:00 pm
Four Seasons Hotel
99 Union Street
Seattle, WA 98101
Visit www.gethitchedgivehope.com to purchase tickets and to learn about all the wedding products and services available during the live and silent auctions and raffle!