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February 3rd, 2012
I’m sure everyone remembers how unbelievable the weather was this past fall, especially since this winter has been pretty nice as well! Anne and Dan got married on October 22, 2011 and it was a super sunny and warm day, it felt like June!
They started their day taking pictures around Chicago with their bridal party. They really enjoyed being outside on such a surprising October day. These great pictures were taken by Cadence Cornelius Photography.
The Bride and Bridesmaids carried petite bouquets from Anna Held Flower Shop, they looked really nice with the bright blue dresses.
Anne and Dan got married at The Ravenswood Event Center, also known as The Ravenswood Billboard Factory which is located on Chicago’s northside in the Ravenswood neighborhood. This amazing atrium space was beautiful during their sunset vows. By the time the ceremony was over, the sun was completely set and the candles illuminated the room. It was very romantic. I just love the huge windows and the unique architecture of the space, there really isn’t another space like it.
The Bride made these adorable ceremony programs. She chose a few different patterns of paper to mix it up a bit and they looked great.
After the ceremony the guests were invited downstairs for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Food for Thought provided a delicious assortment of passed hors d’oeuvres including: Ginger sesame beef on pappadam crisps with chili aioli, lemongrass chicken on sugarcane skewers and pear & brie quesadillas with fresh mango salsa.
For dinner the guests enjoyed a beautiful sit down dinner in this cool loft space. Guests were able to choose their menu and were offered garlic and thyme marinated beef tenderloin, citrus rubbed french chicken breast and savory vegetarian crepes. The food and the service staff were excellent and guests really enjoyed themselves.
Anne collects salt and pepper shakers and this vintage cake topper is actually a set of shakers! The groom’s sister gave the newly engaged couple the gift as a Christmas present and the Bride loved them so much she decided to use them for her cake topper. It is a really cute personal touch. The beautiful (and tasty) wedding cake was designed and created by Dinkel’s.
After their amazing three course meal, the guests were invited back upstairs to the atrium which had turned into a dance floor and bar during dinner. Guests partied the night away with the talented DJ from Okyne Media Lab.
A really fun surprise was when the servers passed around Dairy Queen Blizzards!! Talk about an awesome late night snack.
As guests were leaving the event there was a table near the exit with party favors thanking the guests for coming to celebrate their big day. Inside the boxes were white love bird salt and pepper shakers. I thought it was a sweet take away and they will surely get a lot of use.
Anne and Dan’s wedding really went off without a hitch and it was such a fun day from start to finish. Clementine really enjoyed getting to know them and we wish them all the best!
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December 29th, 2011
Katherine and Jonathan got married at The Chicago History Museum on August 20, 2011. Their wedding day was picture perfect. Every moment and every detail was just as sweet as they are. I just loved working with them and getting to know them over the course of the year.
The fabulous Brett and Kiri of Pen/Carlson provided all these fantastic pictures!
The Chicago Air and Water show was just wrapping up while the bridal party was out taking pictures. If you look closely, you can see that half of the bridal party is looking at the jets flying right over their heads! The bridal party was a great group of people, everyone was having fun and sharing loving memories of the couple all day.
I just love the bridesmaids dresses! Not only is the color so rich and beautiful, but the shape of the dresses were classic yet trendy and flirty all at the same time.
They decided to have their ceremony inside the Chicago Room where it was nice, quiet and intimate since the Air and Water show was earlier in the day there was a lot of foot traffic outside. It was a very special and beautiful ceremony.
After the ceremony guests were invited outside to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on the patio. The weather was perfect so guests were very comfortable sipping their summer cocktails. Blue Plate Catering provided a wonderful variety of appetizers including baby lamb chops, goat cheese tartlets, tuna tartar and panini lollipops.
After cocktails the guests were wowed when they re-entered the museum to find this stunning place card table. Hello Darling provided all the floral and decor their wedding. Katherine was so beyond thrilled with the look of the reception, it was exactly what she always dreamed. Natalie from Hello Darling really listened to what Katherine wanted and the outcome was a little modern, a little vintage and a lot of romantic charm.
Once all the guests were seated for dinner, Dustin from Toast and Jam invited the newly weds to join their party! They kept the momentum going as Jonathan whisked Katherine directly into their first dance.
Shortly after they danced they cut into their wedding cake. Katherine’s one wish for dessert was to have a small chocolate cake from her favorite Evanston bakery, Tag’s Bakery and Pastry Shop. She also ended up surprising Jonathan with a custom groom’s cake of his favorite team’s stadium. Bleeding Heart Bakery did an outstanding job. He was really surprised and couldn’t believe Katherine was able to sneak this little detail past him since he was involved with every vendor meeting the entire planning process.
Hello Darling and Blue Plate Catering made the Chicago Room of the Chicago History Museum sparkle with such amazing color and texture. Every detail from the flowers, to the crystal candles and vintage cut glass vases to the linens and glassware all went together perfectly, the room really looked spectacular and the bold colors fit the couple’s fun personality as well.
This is one of my favorite pictures, this pretty much sums up the feel of the entire night! Love, laughter and good times. It was an amazing night.
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December 12th, 2011
Amy and Luke are such a wonderful couple, they are beyond perfect for one another! They both really enjoyed the planning process for their big day and I’m so glad Clementine was involved every step of the way. I often teased them that they should come work for Clementine because they were so organized and on top of every detail. They are such a lovely couple and I really enjoyed getting to know them.
The amazingly talented Brett and Kiri from Pen/Carlson captured their day and provided all these wonderful photographs!
Amy and Luke got married on Labor Day Weekend in downtown Chicago. They wanted an intimate and elegant affair and that is exactly what they got. They set the tone for their wedding with these stunning custom made invitations by Kara Gordon, Owner and Designer for Magnificent Milestones.
All the details for their wedding were packed with style, texture and elegance. Extrodinary florist and stylist, Cornelia McNamara, provided these amazing bouquets. I love all the amazing flowers she chose with the mix of big and small blooms and lots of amazing texture. When Amy first saw the bouquets she was extremely pleased, they were exactly what she wanted.
The ceremony was held at Assumption Church on West Illinois Street at 3:00 in the afternoon. Amy and Luke did not see each other before the ceremony so Amy’s trolley pulled up to the Church at 3:00 on the dot. This magnificent old Church isn’t equipped with a bridal room or a waiting area and we didn’t want to risk Luke (or any of the guests) seeing her before she walked down the aisle. It was such a special ceremony.
After the ceremony, they rode around town in style as they were chauffeured in a classic Rolls Royce provided by Classic Chassis. This mode of transportation was not only elegant but it’s a wonderful way for the Bride and Groom to have some alone time immediately following the ceremony. The driver even provides champagne.
They held their reception at The Ivy Room, one of Chicago’s most outstanding venues. The Ivy Room is rich with hard wood floors, mother of pearl detailing and large windows.
When guests arrived to the reception, they knew they were in the right place, Amy and Luke had a custom Alexander and Co. poster made to remember their wedding day. The style they chose was perfect for the downtown location of both the ceremony and reception. Magnificent Milestones was able to order and help design the poster for them.
Even though it had rained off and on earlier in the day, it cleared up for a bit and guests were able to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres outside. String Theory (a quartet through Style Matters DJ company) provided elegant classical music and Food for Thought provided all the wonderful bites.
After cocktail hour, guests were invited into the main ballroom and the room was just stunning and pouring with details. Cornelia McNamara provided all these stunning center pieces. I loved how natural yet romantic they were. The Ivy Room has very tall ceilings and these arrangements helped fill the room. I also love how they’re not bare at the table level, she provided interest both high and low on every table.
Frost Lighting provided all the lighting and fabric treatments which helped create an intimate space. BBJ Linens and Halls Rental provided all the beautiful linens, china, glassware, flatware and chairs. The look really came together nicely. The room was just breath taking.
Amy and Luke had these wooden table numbers custom engraved for the wedding. They also helped pull all the details together.
Right as the guests took their seats for dinner, Amy and Luke kicked off the night with their first dance. Xixi, of Chicago Wedding Dance, helped them feel at ease dancing in front of all their guests. They were really naturals on the dance floor and it was a really romantic way to start the night.
Guests dined on a seasonal menu created by catering expert, Linda Barder, of Food for Thought. The entree was a grilled thyme scented french chicken breast with scallion pommes puree, smoked eggplant mousseline and fresh haricot verts topped with glazed pearl onions and red wine sauce. The wedding cake was provided by Amy Beck Cake Design and guests were able to choose from red velvet, chocolate bourbon cake and almond cake, such a treat!
Amy and Luke enjoyed talking and dancing with all their guests. Style Matters DJ provided all the music for the entire night. They kept the atmosphere consistent with the overall style of the event.
As guests left The Ivy Room to head home, they were able to take home with them a special “Amy and Luke” blend of Intelligentsia Coffee. They topped off this display with another custom wooden engraved sign.
Not only was it a blast getting to know such a sweet couple, but the wedding details were just perfect and they stayed true to who they are as a couple. The guests and all the vendors had such a fantastic night.
Clementine wishes them all the best and I hope they keep in touch!
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October 18th, 2011
Megan and Chris planned to have a fun, laid back event and boy did they succeed! The moment I met the two of them, I knew their big day would be so much fun! They both have really fun personalities and they let loose on thier wedding day!
Michael Monar Photography captured all these amazing moments.
Megan and Chris got married on July 23rd, 2011 and I’m sure you don’t remember the weather but it was very HOT that day. What better way to cool off during the photo session than stopping at an ice cream truck! I cannot believe Megan chose a colored popsicle for her treat! Talk about laid back!!
Both the ceremony and reception were held at Gallery 1028. The venue really fit the couples overall style with the rustic yet modern vibe it presents. Megan had the girls wear any gray dress of their choice so the bridesmaids could reflect their own style. I love how Chris is the only guy wearing gray, it really helped him to stand out and the yellow socks are just so much fun!
Studio AG helped bring their style to life with this stunning ceremony decor. I love how illuminating the candles and chandeliers were in the dark event space. It was very romantic and modern.
Some of the fun details provided by Megan and Chris: Custom made slap coozies for the guest’s drinks! Guests had fun slapping them onto their drinks and wrists all night!
Their welcome table really set the tone for the event. This is the first thing guests saw when the entered the venue. The pattern on the welcome sign matched their linens perfectly. The mailbox for their gift cards matched their personality! They also had a guest book with fun papers and patterned/colored tape that guests could mix and match.
They had three different table designs throughout the dinner space, this is a picture of the head table which was a large feasting table. The runners were custom made by the bride herself! Calihan Catering provided really fun dinner stations including amazing dishes of paella, tacos, custom pasta, gazpacho and much more!
After dinner Megan changed into an adorable and sassy party dress! She looked fantastic! They had Record A Hit provide a flip book station which was a huge hit, both at the booth AND on the dance floor. The guests loved it and it was a nice change from the ever popular photo booth. Cage and Aquarium kept the dance floor packed all night thanks to DJ Tyler.
They topped off the night with Chicago style hot dogs provided by Calihan Catering. Another perfect summer treat!
I think it is safe to say that not only did Megan and Chris have the time of their lives, but so did all their guests. They really stayed true to who they are as a couple and it worked out wonderfully.
Clementine was so happy to work with such an amazing couple and we wish them the best!
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October 7th, 2011
Happy Friday! The weather seriously couldn’t be more perfect today, I hope everyone is able to enjoy themselves this weekend.
Clementine has been super busy lately but we’re going to be featuring a lot of our weddings from August and September soon. Here is a little sneak peak of what is to come……
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September 15th, 2011
We have all been to about a million bridal showers, here are some new fresh and fun ideas! Clementine was thrilled to work on such a fun project. Thanks to the talented Olivia Leigh for capturing all these great photos!
Natalie Walsh from Hello Darling created this amazing table-scape incorporating interesting textures and colors; mixing whimsy into every last detail.
Kara Gordon of Magnificent Milestones custom designed the invitations and menu cards. She kept with the whimsical and colorful theme. They are the perfect blend of modern and retro.
 
The guests were greeted by this fantastic display of goodies. The place cards were pinned to the large rainbow lollipops which were surrounded by fun treats including cake pops, mini doughnuts, mini pies and cookies. All the adorable bites were provided by Jewell Events Catering. Hello Darling custom designed all the fabric covered boxes which we then used as serving platters.
The ladies got to help themselves to a bellini bar. Each flute was filled with champagne and fresh berries, then the girls chose their preferred juice. They all had a great time mixing and matching the flavors.
Most importantly everyone had fun! There were a lot of laughs and tears and good times!
Thank you to Jane’s restaurant for providing such a lovely space and a delicious menu.
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August 23rd, 2011
Maggie and Fred had a very festive event this past July; which was very fitting, since they are both so full of life. Their friends and family brought a really special energy to the event, it was a really wonderful day!
They had a traditional wedding ceremony at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago and if was just beautiful.
After the ceremony the Bride and Groom drove around Chicago taking pictures with their bridal party. They ended up getting a spectacular sunny day so they really took advantage of the weather and took all their pictures outside.
They had their wedding reception at the ever popular Newberry Library, one of Clementine’s favorite venues!
Maggie and Fred chose multiple shades of pink and gray for their wedding colors. Flowers by Steen created these beautiful, natural centerpieces. Jewell Events Catering dressed all the tables as well as provided a fantastic menu and incredible service for all their guests.
Bittersweet designed this simple and elegant wedding cake. It looked AND tasted amazing.
Fred and Maggie came up with a cute and creative party favor; little bottles of Haitian rum! Fred’s family is from Haiti and this was surely a treat for all the guests as they left the event. I don’t think there was one bottle left!!
Fred and Maggie danced the night away to festive latin music and hip hop. Mark from DJ Chicago really kept the dance floor going all night. He played all their favorite songs and the guests had a blast!
Congratulations to Fred and Maggie! We hope their first year of marriage is just as fun and full of life as their wedding day was!
The talented Photography by Margo captured their special day and shared all these photos with Clementine!
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August 12th, 2011
Jessica and Aaron got married on June 25th 2011 at the beautiful Rookery! From the moment I met them I knew their wedding was going to be a very special and elegant.
I knew just who to suggest for their floral and boy did they deliver! Scarlet Petal created the stunning bouquets; I was in awe when I first saw them, they were exactly what the bride wanted. I loved all the texture and the blooms were so big and fresh!
Kenny Kim Photography (assisted by Bob Davis & Collin Pierson) captured their wonderful wedding day. He was fantastic to work with and these images are just amazing. He really did a great job telling the story of their special day.
The ceremony was spectacular! The bridal party entered from the front of the building (which was behind the guests); they walked down the aisle. Jessica surprised everyone when she entered down the main stair case, directly in front of the guests. It was very beautiful, and very grand.
After the ceremony, the guests enjoyed cocktail hour on up on the balcony. Jewell Events Catering served delicious and adorable hors d’oeuvres including shrimp wrapped in peapods and lamb crepes with cherry balsamic fondue.
While the guests were mingling and sipping on cocktails, the catering staff, floral team and Clementine helped to flip the room from ceremony to dinner. Scarlet Petal created these stunning centerpieces. They added the bridal bouquets to the base of the arrangement on the bride and groom’s table.
Jessica and Aaron had the most impressive five tier cake from Take the Cake. The cake was so perfectly done that Jessica was speechless when she saw it. It was of course equally as tasty as it was pretty. They chose the classic combination of white buttermilk cake with strawberry conserve and cream cheese filling. The entire cake was decorated in buttercream.
Jessica and Aaron wowed their guests during their first dance! Xixi from Chicago Wedding Dance taught them a beautiful dance and they looked so natural and confident. They really had a good time with it, the guests got up on their feet for the special moment.
Jewell Events Catering prepared a decadent meal of beef and lemon scallops paired with sautéed spinach, whipped potatoes and asparagus spears, what a treat!
They really had a wonderful time and all their guests enjoyed toasting and dancing the night away. Clementine wishes the newlyweds all the happiness in the world! They were so wonderful to work with and we wish them all the best.
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June 28th, 2011
Angela and Andrew chose the wedding date of April 30, 2011 long before the date of the Royal Wedding was announced to be on April 29, 2011. With all the hoopla of the Royal Wedding it was refreshing to participate in the wedding of Angela and Andrew, who were super low key. They were really focused on family and fun for their big day in Chicago.
Shelley from Cage and Aquarium captured all the special moments from their wedding day!
They got married at St. Clement in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. It turned out to be a really beautiful day.
After the ceremony was over they gave each other a little toast while they drove around the city taking pictures with their closest friends. Trolleys are one of the best ways to celebrate while taking photos.
Lynn Fosbender from Pollen created these stunning bouquets. The flowers were huge and they matched the bridesmaids dresses perfectly. Pollen is an eco-friendly floral design company located in the Ravenswood neighborhood.
The reception took place at the gorgeous Newberry Library, located in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. The Newberry Library has so many amazing features, including this beautiful staircase. Inside the ballroom they have hardwood floors, huge windows and three really ornate light fixtures.
During the cocktail hour the wait staff greeted guests with trays of Bellinis. The guests also enjoyed a nice assortment of passed hors d’oeuvres.
The reception including a lot of nice details incluing these adorable place cards. The flower on the place card not only matched the flowers on her menu cards, invitations and ceremony programs, but they also helped the servers know what the guests were eating for dinner!
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Occasions Catering outdid themselves with excellent service and a creative menu. The guests dined on their choice of beef short ribs or roasted pepper and asparagus stuffed chicken breast!
The bride and groom danced the night away to the music stylings of DJ Victor of Cage and Aquarium. It really was a fun crowd and everyone really enjoyed themselves.
Thank you to Angela and Andrew for letting Clementine be a part of their wedding day!
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June 21st, 2011
I just love this guest book idea. I’ve seen something similar before but I really like how the guests made their own leaf. Everyone really got into it, by the end of the night the tree was very full with lush multi-colored leaves. Now the bride and groom have a custom canvas for their home.
My client, Kate, found this great idea on Chicks n Hens (Where Happy Brides Gather) on Etsy.com.
Jeremy Lawson Photography provided these great pictures.
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