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a vintage glam backyard wedding bash

A vintage glam backyard wedding bash you say? Well, if you know anything about us at this point you know we’re moving mountains to make this happen. Victoria + Sam’s original event was stymied because of Covid, but they took it all in stride and literally moved the whole thing from what was to be a museum wedding to this beautiful slice of Illinois just a few months before the big day. Luckily, we were here to help make that happen.

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intimate pandemic wedding in arlington heights

So, the world changed a little bit last year, but that didn’t stop Amber + Chris from having a blast at their intimate pandemic wedding! When Covid hit, they switched their original plans and made way for a backyard soiree at their home in Arlington Heights. They proved once and for all that all you need is love (and clear skies doesn’t hurt either).

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sweet covid wedding ceremony in pilsen

When Covid hit, every couple planning a wedding had a tough decision to make. Katie + Matt were one of those couples and they couldn’t wait to get married! Their big Thalia Hall reception may be postponed until next year, but that didn’t stop them from tying the knot — and celebrating! They went full steam ahead with a sweet, little Covid wedding ceremony in Pilsen followed by an outdoor gathering at a family home in Highland Park and we couldn’t love it more.

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queer family wedding at the apple blossom resort

Andy + Sarah’s queer family wedding at Apple Blossom Resort was all the best things about a wedding – bringing best friends together and lots and lots of love. It was a weekend-long reunion for all of their friends and family in addition to a celebration of their love and commitment.

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big, big mood. teeny, tiny wedding.

big mood weddings

We’ve created a big, big, mood wedding package for you. 2020 has been quite a mood, but it’s still possible to say “I do” in serious style. Pandemic or not, if you love the idea of an intimate wedding full of details, surprises, and delights, we have just the thing. We’ve partnered with a few of our wildest, most creative vendor friends to bring you BIG MOOD weddings. Choose between the grandeur of an empty stage in a dreamy music venue or the intimate, secret garden feel of a backyard, and let us bring your vision to life. We’re looking to partner with clients who want a unique, atypical, and artistic spin on their day and will entrust us to create magic for you. 

 

Included in your Big Mood Wedding package:

Anticipation Events Coordination + Styling

  • one walkthrough at the space to discuss layout and floor plan 
  • creation of wedding day timeline and checklists
  • confirmations with all vendors the week of the wedding
  • delivery of payment/gratuities to vendors on the wedding day
  • delivery of gifts to designated location during the reception
  • coordination of marriage license is signed, scanned, and mailed 
  • on-site kit for the day of, chock full of things to help avoid any last-minute emergencies
  • wedding day coordination (5 hours – to be mutually agreed upon based on set-up start time)
  • décor set-up and clean-up (within 5-hour time frame)
  • custom styled event/tables in conjunction with Asrai Garden
  • recommendations and introductions to any ancillary vendors needed

Megan Saul Photography 

  • 4 hours of coverage
  • online Print Order Gallery
  • high-resolution digital download
  • (ask about adding on additional hours or items such as an extra photographer, coverage album, etc.)

Choice of venue: 

Mignonette Bridal (outdoor option)

  • venue rental for 4 hours
  • getting-ready space for the couple
  • day-of steaming and styling for couple and wedding party
  • set up and breakdown
  • string lights
  • fire pit

OR

Thalia Hall (indoor option)

  • venue rental for 4 hours
  • custom lighting and sound engineer
  • access to private Green Room
  • stage professionals (as needed, if hiring entertainment)
  • custom Thalia Hall playlist OR plug-in your own
  • full set-up and breakdown
  • cafe lights 

Off Center Catering 

  • welcome toast (champagne or punch)
  • dinner and drinks for up to 50 people (3-course dinner + 3-hour open bar)
  • service & bar staff 

Asrai Garden

  • up to six table centerpieces
  • large installation based on theme and design
  • two personal pieces (bouquets or bouts)

Bon Vivant Cakes

  • custom cake for 50 created based on wedding design

Send us a note and let’s start dreaming up your big day. We’re not settling for anything less that over the top this year. 

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a big birthday throw down. any celebration is a ye a big birthday throw down. any celebration is a yes from us. 🎈
how have we not shared these clips with you yet? a how have we not shared these clips with you yet? a delightful day for delightful humans one year ago! 🌅
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Twinkly nights and all the details just right. 🌺

📸: @frankieisabelphotography
Mel + Ted are in the blog. Link in profile. 🛹🧡

Photographer: @jackhoylephoto 📸
Styling + Coordination: @anticipationevents 📋
Music: @beatmixchicago 🎵
Florist: @sprouthomechicago 🌸
Build Your Own Bouquet: @northroadflowerfarm 🌷
Rentals: @tablescapeschgo + @boweryandbash 🍽️
Photo Booth: @fotioco 🎞️
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Sarah + Dylan are on the blog! Link in bio for mor Sarah + Dylan are on the blog! Link in bio for more details on this romantic fall wedding featuring garden-inspired florals and moody vintage flair 
 
📸 @alishatova

Planner @anticipationevents 
Venue + Catering @thaliahallchicago 
Florals @splendor_of_eden 
Rentals @hallsrental @tablescapeschgo
Band + Ceremony Musicians @bluewaterkingsband
Hair @merakiroomchicago
Makeup @kelseyjoelle
Chalkboard Art @latenightchalkshow
Rehearsal Dinner + Dessert @pilotprojectbrewing
Officiant @ravsteven
Transportation @charterup
Dress @newhite_bridal
@swungiee
@dshearer333

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