I am just going to come right out and admit it. I am feeling a tad bit jealous of all of you fab Chicago bride and grooms-to-be. Yep, it’s true… I am. And, honestly, can you blame me? Not only are you lovelies lucky enough to be tying the knot in one of the world’s finest cities, you also have the privilege of attending the most FABULOUS of wedding soirees, Brides, Bubbles & Bliss. And, oh my goodness, is this event amazing. Presented by the oh-so-talented team of Carasco Photography, Michelle Durpetti Events and Loudbyte Cinematography, Brides, Bubbles & Bliss is all about providing a luxurious experience like no other with a night filled to the brim with mouth-watering cuisine and sweets, plus a fashion show featuring some of your favorite designers, including Oscar de la Renta, Lela Rose and Monique Lhuillier. How awesome is that?!?
Held in downtown Chicago at the fabulous Bridgeport Art Center Skyline Loft, Brides, Bubbles & Bliss is a dazzling THREE FULL HOURS of sweet bridal bliss… and all hosted by The Amazing Race winner AND Chicago bride-to-be, Cindy Chiang. And with the premiere of the Brides, Bubbles & Bliss short film by Loudbyte Cinematography spicing up the evening, this is most definitely one soiree you just can’t miss.
For ticket and event information, click here. And don’t forget to comment below on your ideal honeymoon location and you will be entered for a chance to win a complimentary Bride + Guest Duo ticket, which includes one (1) bridal and one (1) guest ticket. The winner will be announced on March 2, 2012. Happy planning, lovelies! xoxo
We are going to ease you into the new work week with the loveliest of shoots designed by Events By Willow as seen through the talented lens of Matthias Photography. It’s just the perfect way to get the week off to the prettiest of starts, and we are sure you will agree. This shoot just oozes inspiration from every perfectly picked detail, and you can see every bit of it in the full gallery of images!
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From Cynthia and Kara of Events By Willow… Chicago is a city of history with hundreds of beautiful old homes tucked away in unassuming locations. We stumbled upon this beautiful old mansion in the south loop of Chicago that is currently being renovated by its owner. The Prairie House is an elegant, warm home with light flooding into every room. The architects were so intent on the mansion having enough light that they built a three-story, domed skylight in the center of the house, which draws light into the otherwise wall-to-ceiling paneled wood home. With a deep love for beauty and history, we found this to be the perfect setting for a vintage-themed shoot. With the deep woods and warm colors of the home, we were instantly drawn to golden tones for this shoot. The gold owls used in the shoot symbolize both the regal history of the past and the playfulness of birds. We found these owls at an amazing vintage shop in a small arts district of Dallas, Texas, and fell in love with them. They keep popping up all over our shoot! The bride’s dress is a truly spectacular work from Pronovias Barcelona — chosen because it carries an elegant and formal, yet somehow playful feel. The bride truly becomes a shining piece of art in this dress.
At Willow, we have a love of reusing things or taking old things and making them feel new. This was the thought behind our dried floral bouquets. We recycled flowers from a previous wedding. It seemed to fit seamlessly with the old home and rustic feel, as well as being a simple homage to the changing seasons and the coming of winter.
One of the most famous bakeries in Chicago is Molly’s Cupcakes. They are known for their delicious creations, and of all the bakeries in Chicago, Molly’s has the best vegan cupcakes. The pumpkin vegan cupcakes are delightful, and are the perfect treat for the fall. We incorporated golden tones in every detail, down to the groom’s tie, to permeate the entire shoot. We love the ambiance set by a warm and old-feeling atmosphere. Candles and cupcakes created a light, airy feel to the shoot and celebrated an aesthetic of joy. By using twine and a variety of fabrics, we were able to bring about a modern twist to an aged setting.
Photography: Matthias Photography / Photo Shoot Design + Floral Arrangements: Events By Willow / Venue: The Prairie House in Chicago, Illinois / Vegan Cupcakes: Molly’s Cupcakes / Calligraphy + Invitations: Emilee Cornetta / Hair + Makeup: Jess at Lucid Salon / Bride’s Shoes: Jessica Simpson / Wedding Dress: Pronovias Barcelona “Diamante” / Groom’s Attire: Banana Republic
Good morning, SPMers! We hope you are ready for a Saturday and Sunday filled with lovely, because we are about to jump start your weekend in the most fabulous of ways. Yep, we have a brand new advertiser joining our SMP Illinois family and we just can’t wait to introduce you! SMPers – meet Sugar Chic Designs, the oh-so-talented design team that will literally sweeten your big day with their fabulous Celebration Tables, yummy desserts and couture candies. One look at the goodness below and you’ll be S.M.I.T.T.E.N., so join us in giving them a BIG SMP hello and then head on over to their website where even more pretty awaits!
From Sugar Chic Designs… Sugar Chic Designs craft and execute exquisite event settings and motifs that are accented with our signature Sweet and Savory Celebration Tables; featuring decadent desserts, one-of-a-kind confections, and savory treats that tell an enchanting story of celebration spun from sugar and sophistication.
At Sugar Chic Designs, we celebrate all things sweet and believe that confections are the centerpiece of grand events and small fêtes at home, alike. Armed with our stylish sense of sophistication and a splash of joie de vie, we design Celebration Tables that act as a centerpiece of the festivities at hand, decked out with couture candy confections and sophisticated savories. Each offering evokes an “ohh!,” as our sense of detail inspires and a sweet story of celebration unfolds.
Our Celebration Tables Are a Style Statement – we pride ourselves on creating high-design and detail-driven sweet and savory celebration tables.
Oh So Chic! One-of-a-Kind-Candy and Sweets – our celebration tables are created with one-of-a-kind and hard-to-find confections that are all about the WOW!
Crafting Extraordinary and Original Event Concepts – we are event stylists at heart and love to create and execute unique event themes and design.
Based in Lake Forest, Illinois, Sugar Chic Designs was founded in 2011 by Amy DiTomasso. Amy’s work has appeared in Chicago Social Magazine (CS Brides), Sheridan Road Magazine and Forest & Bluff among others.
Welcome, welcome to the family, Sugar Chic Designs! We are so happy to have you! xoxo
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