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From Dettagli Weddings…Gabrielle and Nick are the quintessential Chicago couple, with roots planted in the city from childhood (they actually met in high school!), but have since traveled the globe, lived from coast to coast (NYC, San Francisco!) and managed to bring a little bit of all of their history to their stunning Art Institute of Chicago wedding. The venue was a no-brainer: Gabby studied art history and worked at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in NYC, and the modern wing reflected the contemporary style of both their family homes. From there, it was honing in on the incredibly thoughtful and sweet details that they wanted to incorporate, along with styling their event to reflect their modern style, which we coined “simple and hip.”

With the help of Natalie from Hello Darling, we created a stunning day that celebrated Gabby and Nick’s incredible style, heritage and life together. We pulled together the colors that Gabby liked: Black, white and gray, and gave them a bit more life with soft pinks and dusty purples. The bride loved the clean lines of the art institute and wanted to reflect that style in her printable and day-of materials. From the cutie G+N on top of the cake, to the sharp, glowing table numbers, as well as menus, placecards and programs that the bride designed herself (printed by Magnificent Milestones), the architecture from the venue translated to the perfect day-of materials.

Amidst all of the meaningful details (French macaroons from Vanille Patisserie at each spot to pay homage to the time the couple spent living in Paris, an engraved Magnum of their favorite Iron Horse sparkling wine from Sonoma, the family Tallit!), the love in the room with the families and friends was electrifying. The dance floor was packed (Toast and Jam DJs!), the photobooth was bumping all night with hilarious photos (Magbooth) and the toasts were sensational. Erin Hearts Court magnificently captured it all and managed to really showcase how much happiness and love was in that stylish room in June.

Venue: The Art Institute of Chicago Modern Wing / Caterer: Bon Appetit at the Art Institute of Chicago / Wedding Planner: Katie Kozlowski, Dettagli Weddings / Wedding Photography: Erin Hearts Court / Wedding Videography: I Do Films / DJ: Toast & Jam / Florist + Decor: Hello Darling, floral and event styling / Wedding Cake: take the cake / Macaroons: Vanille Patisserie / Photobooth: The Magnolia Photo Booth Co. / Transportation: Windy City Trolley / Printed Materials: Magnificent Milestones / Bride’s Shoes: Valentino / Bridesmaids Dresses: Jenny Yoo

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From Valerie,” When I first spoke with Natasha, she knew that she wanted an all white and cream wedding, with the only colors being the green of the flowers. I soon discovered that both of the bride and groom’s parents had moved to the US from Russia, so we started planning a loose “Ice” theme…

“The chuppah was designed with white fabric and hanging crystals strung with orchids.”

“The ballroom was up-lit in pale blue with leaf silhouettes to showcase the venue, the Botanical Gardens. Guests found their names on elegant rhinestone escort cards hung on white trees. The white satin linens and embroidered leaf organza overlays, chargers and specific silver flatware completed the settings. When guests found their tables, they were greeted with hand-made, personally calligraphied menus.”

“Natasha was born in Zhdanov, Ukraine.  She and her parents immigrated to the United States when she was five years old. Through mutual friends and family, Ronald’s and Natasha’s paths crossed many times during the ensuing years, but it wasn’t until December 2003 that they fell in love.  And as the saying goes, the rest is history!”

A huge thanks to Valarie Kirkbride, one of our great Little Black Book Wedding Planners in Cleveland and the surrounding areas. She’s provided us with an extensive list of wedding vendors involved in Natasha & Ronald’s beautiful wedding … Photography by Easywind Studio, Ice Sculpture by Elegant Ice Creations, Music by Grand Avenue Band, Cake by Flour Girl, Catering by Bon Appetit, Floral décor by Grande Designs, Lighting by Vincent Lighting, Videography by Moonstruck Productions.

For more of Valarie’s dazzling weddings, please visit her website and blog!

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