I had the pleasure to work with Freixenet Wines and Marianos of Chicagoland this past December to letter on their beautiful cava bottles for guests. It was great to get both create special, custom bottles for customers as well as play around with phrases for the holidays for customers later to pick up. I fun hostess gift or surprise to bring to the party to celebrate!
Brand Refresh with Ness McCormick Photography
What is harder than choosing a new logo? Being a graphic designer who chooses to design and update their own logo! You may have noticed the updated LLP logo on the header of the website. Along with a brand and color refresh. I updated my headshots with a fun brand shoot with the wonderful Ness McCormick Photography this past Summer, and love how they turned out!
Styled Shoot: Traditional NYC Elopement with a Modern Twist
What is more gorgeous than engagement photos in classic NYC? A beautiful elopement captured with a mix of classic and modern city backdrops. This beautiful shoot was the concept of Sophie Kaye Photography and photographed by April and Mike Raymond. Find the complete vendor list at the end of these gorgeous photos.
This beautiful shoot combines modern wedding silhouettes and florals among the backdrop of traditional and timeless New York City architecture. Playing off the mix of modern and classic, I kept the suite simple with pops of florals to bring in modern, desaturated color. To finish off the announcement and highlight the calligraphy I added romantic touches of the floral, vellum jacket, a wax seal with gold foil and dried florals, and you can just make out a black and white photo of Washington Square Park that graces the backside of the announcement with the couples custom wedding monogram.
Personalized vow books are the right touch for any elopement. Store your handwritten vows in a beautiful booklet with your monogram and wedding date to preserve your words for years to come. They additionally give you a beautiful, clean way to hold your vows that won’t stand out for the wrong reasons in your photos.
Not exchanging written vows? Personalize the booklet with your monogram and date and use the booklet to store a note to your partner about your marriage and love story.
Photo @aprilandmikeraymond
Planning & Concept @sophiekayephotography
Model @amanda.larson_
Floral Designer @navafloral
Hair & Makeup @bymadelineeleanor
Gown Designer @pninatornai
Gown Boutique @kleinfeldbridal
Ring Box’s @thestylingreserve @the_mrs_box
Shoes @jimmychoo
Jewelry @chanelofficial
Stationery @linalulupaperie
Coffee @ralphscoffee
Clarins, Earth Day Celebration with Calligraphy
This past week I had the pleasure to create these fun calligraphy and painted flower pots for Clarins at Bloomingdales on Michigan Avenue. They were celebrating Earth Day with a qualifying purchase you received one of these custom flower pots, a pack of seeds and a tree planted in your name. How amazing is that?
I loved the different ideas people asked me to paint including a dog themed one for a frequent customer who brings in their dog in often, a French inspired pot, a pot for a librarian with hand-drawn books and even an original illustration by me based on the flowers on the table!
Thank you Clarins and Bloomingdales for having me!
The Big Fake Wedding, Chicago: Inspired By Morocco
On a warm August night, a handful of vendors came together for a gorgeous vow renewal on the rooftop of Lacuna Lofts under a gorgeous floral arch.
The invitations and paper good were inspired by traditional Moroccan patterns and colors as well as the lush colors of the florals. I loved getting to pull in warm tones to a lighter palette with the contrast of a deep wine color as the RSVP envelope. To add a hint of glamor and a little more elegance, the calligraphy is done in a metallic gold with the invitation foiled in a warm gold.
The theme continued on the beautiful table scapes with arched menus in the same sand color pulled from the invite palette with mimicked arched acrylic placards, bringing in a pop of green to this already stunning table.
CAKES & CATERING:
CEREMONY MUSICIANS:
FAVORS & GIFTS:
FLORAL, DESIGN, & DAY OF COORDINATOR, TABLES 1 & 2:
FLORALS & DESIGN- CEREMONY BACKDROP, TABLES 4 & 5:
FLORALS & DESIGN- TABLE 3 & BOUQUETS:
GROOM & HIS MEN:
HAIR, MAKEUP & BEAUTY:
LIGHTING, ENTERTAINMENT & PHOTO BOOTH:
FEMPRESS Fit | @fempressfit
Hitched Wedding Bands | @tryhitched
Lavish Exposure Photobooth | @lavish_exposure
OFFICIANTS:
PAPER GOODS & CALLIGRAPHY:
SIGNAGE:
VENUES:
VIRTUAL VENDOR:
WEDDING DJ:
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Featured on: Lakeshore In Love
This gorgeous styled shoot is the perfect inspiration for any Spring or Summer wedding. The earthy tones and sweet pops of pink and green are perfect for any locations. Find the full gallery and feature here!
Planning + Styling:K & K Celebrates, @kandkcelebrates
Photography:Ashlyn Henry, @ashlynhenry_
Floral:Fleur, @fleurinc
Cotton Candy Cart:Bubbly Events , @bubblyeventschicago
Stationery: Lina Luna Paperie @linalunapaperie
Bridal Gowns: Jenny Yoo, @jennyyoonyc
Bridesmaids Dresses:Jenny Yoo, @jennyyoonyc
Models:Madison (Bride) @madisonannx , Ashley (Bridesmaid) @ashmow , Cacha (Bridesmaid) no instagram Hair + Make Up: Goldplaited, @goldplaited_
Jewelry:La Kaiser Jewelry @lakaiserjewelry
Cake + Sweets:Toni Patisserie, @tonipatisseriecafe
Rentals: Halls, @hallsrental Venue:Eden , @edeninchicago
Linens: BBJ, @bbjlinen and La Tavola, @latavolalinen
Wedding Inspiration: Neutral, Boho Style
This mix of neutrals used for this vibey city wedding is the ideal mix of urban and nature. I chose to use only hand-drawn eucalyptus branches in both the invite and the complimentary wax seal matching the vibe of the organic color palette. By adding a more traditional calligraphy style, this invite became a beautiful mix of traditional and organic.
I loved seeing the mix of natural and more urban elements with the pops of colors in the decor and florals. The perfect inspiration for a city, boho wedding.
Venue: @ovationchicago
Dress: @bhldn
Earrings: @bhldn
Prop & Event Hire: @poshstudiorentals
Florist: @cityscentschicago
Hair Stylist: @emilyraebridalhair
Makeup Artist: @alyssadianamakeup
Invitation Suite: @linalulupaperie
Cake: @thesweetreservebakery
Models: @emfoertsch, @poukenik
Wedding Inspiration: Romantic Spring Hues
Early Spring weddings are filled with soft, pastels—and this styled shoot from K and K Celebrates is the perfect inspiration for a dreamy pink and gold inspired casual wedding. Staying in line with this dreamy decoré, I chose minimum design elements and brushed, watercolor florals to accent the paper goods both on the invite and escort cards, Each was topped off with antique gold wax seals to add texture.
Planning + Styling: @kandkcelebrates
Photography: @ashlynhenry__
Stationery: @linalulupaperie
Floral: @michaelamantarian
Rentals: @hallsrental
Venue: @chezweddingvenue
Linens: @bbjlinen
Cake: @tonipatisseriecafe
Styled Shoot: Romantic, Pink table at DL LOFT
Here is the beautiful second shoot from the minds of K and K Celebrate! I love the mixture of prints, dusty pinks, and accents of metals that touch the table. The gorgeous florals mix perfectly with the glass accents that accentuate the light flooding throughout the venue. I loved getting to use a mixture of paints, calligraphy, and watercolor for all the paper goods! By using florals and textured paint strokes to create a pattern, the paper goods felt enhanced but not too over done.
The incredible team includes:
Planning: K and K Celebrates
Photography: 606 Photo
Grazing Boxes: Sage and Jam |
Floral: FleurInc
Venue: DL Loft, Chicago
Bubbly Wall: Bubbly Events Chicago
The perfect mix of elegance, romance and a dash of modern!
Styled Shoot: K and K Celebrates, Frosty Blues
This past winter I had the pleasure of working with K and K Celebrates, a talented sister team based out of Chicago for two styled shoots. These two dreamy concepts were so fun to work with and create concepts for! The first one was this elegant, frosty blue color-scheme with hints of silver, white, and a pop of red florals.
The incredible team includes:
Planning: K and K Celebrates
Photography: 606 Photo
Grazing Boxes: Sage and Jam |
Floral: FleurInc
Venue: DL Loft, Chicago
These beautiful grazing boxes by Sage and Jam serve as both a great cocktail hour solution, but a fun way to make sure all guests receive and locate their seats with their escort cards.
To add a special touch to the bar, I illustrated this mulled wine drink. How delicious does the real thing look? Yum!
Styled Shoot: The Clyde
It was a dream to design these fun, patterned invites for this gorgeous shoot! Elisabeth from Ivory + Beau approached me to create this design first with a fun Marti Gras inspired design and summer color. As the shoot was pushed from July to early Fall, the colors darkened but the gorgeous pattern play and art deco feel didn't! I know if I got married today, this dress and venue would be a strong contender in my planning! Check out more of the inspiration and pictures at the Low Country Wed Blog.
PHOTOGRAPHY l Izzy + Co.
PLANNING & STYLING | Ivory + Beau
GOWN & FLORAL | Ivory + Beau
VENUE | The Clyde
PAPERIE | Lina Lulu Paperie
CAKE & PASTRIES | Sugar Whisk Co.
MOBILE BARISTA | Origin Coffee Bar
EVENT RENTALS | Bounce, Play, Love Event Rentals
BRIDAL ACCESSORIES | Anna Roses Atelier
HAIR & MAKEUP | Megan Anslie Johnson
MODEL | Victoria Gutierrez
Styled Shoot: Bohemian Chicago Wedding
This past summer, the talented Teresa Williams set-up a styled shoot to capture all the things that go into a wedding for her new course, The Wedding Photography Accelerator. I was and am so honored I got to be apart of this amazing resource in the tiniest way. Check out all these amazing vendors and the stunning outcome of this shoot!
When Teresa asked me to be apart of this shoot, she sent me a mood board with the lushest and riches organic colors and shapes. I grabbed a few designs I had previously used and combined them to make a “custom” suite for the shoot. I pulled the primary earthy tones from the florals and the secondary color of a dusty pink and the beery red from the bridesmaid dresses. I love the way it turned out!
I love the trend of natural colors being used all year long. Since the pinks and deep reds were going to be the primary accent colors at the ceremony, I choose to use them as the accent colors of the paper goods. In the main suite, I played off the natural colors of the ceremony backdrop with a mix of brown, cream and gold. I loved finishing the suite off with a pink, vellum jacket tied with a natural dyed, silk ribbon. For a romantic touch, I placed a few of the smaller flowers in the ribbon.
How beautiful are the details of this ceremony backdrop? The natural architect of the venue, Artifact Events, was elevated but not hidden by this beautiful installation from Posh Studio Rentals. All the details of the day came together in the dreamiest way!
Vendor List:
Photographer: @_teresawilliams
Venue: @artifacteventschicago
Cake: @lusciouslayersss
Invitation Suite: @linalulupaperie
Prop + Event Hire: @poshstudiorentals
Florist: @bkfloralandevent
Hair Stylist: @emilyraebridalhair
Makeup Artist: @alyssadianamakeup
Gown + Suits: @adorebridals
Videographer: @mrssarahchapman
Production Assistant: @dani_stratts
Styled Shoot: Dreamy, Bohemian Style in Chicago
When I was asked to be apart of a shoot at Artifact Event Space I couldn’t say “yes” quicker! I have been to this space a few times, as well as helping with events, and it is just so dreamy! The exposed brick, gorgeous antiques, and light pouring in is the perfect setting for any Chicago party. All the touches from each vendor created the most magical blend of an elegant, city wedding with a touch of whimsy bohemian you could ask for!
Paper goods set the stage for your guests to understand what the “feel” of your wedding will be. With this Save the Date and invitation suite I choose hand-made paper with rough, deckled edges to contrast the timeless feel of the typography and hand-drawn botanicals.
By using two colors for the invitations, black and cornflower blue, the traditional elegance of a black-tie wedding is conveyed without sacrificing the laid-back vibes of the bohemian decor that the bride and groom have throughout their day.
Hand-done details, such as the vow books and the accent mirror, lend the bohemian elegance to this unconventional space in just the right touches without feeling out of place.
One of my favorite extra items for this wedding was this mirror! The unconventional shape next to the cake adds dimension and unexpected whimsy to the sweets table. I used the lyrics from Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness to add that extra touch of romance and sentimental flair (not that this beautiful couple needed it in the slightest - they’re so sweet together!).
Photography: Teresa Williams | Flowers: Ashland Addison Floral Decor | Dress: BHLND | Hair: Emily Rae Bridal Hair, Chicago | Cake: Luscious Layers
Styled Shoot: Romantic, Gold and Green Brunch
I loved getting to be apart of this wedding brunch styled shoot with so many beautiful additions dreamt up by the Elisabeth Dari and her team! The gold, cream, and green accents are the perfect engagement or bridal brunch accents to warm up the colder, dreary months of winter. Check out the magic below.
For the invitations, I went with a modern shop square accented with arch typographic details. The colors in the watercolor strokes and the touch of spot calligraphy added that bohemian feel.
Adding to the theme of mixed metals and greenery, I choose a gold envelope liner with gold calligraphy on the mailing envelope to off set the bronze and dark gun-metal gray on the invite.
Adding these watercolor sayings to individual place settings, each with a different poem, lyric or phrase added that touch of intimacy to the table that a smaller gathering allows. Topping them off with eucalyptus and a gold wax seal added texture to this already beautiful tablescape.
Photos by Bozenavoytko Photography | Planner: Elisabeth Dari | Flowers: Stemming From Love
Styled Shoot: Company 251
When I was invited to a styled shoot by the talented Elisabeth Dari at Company 251 I couldn’t say “yes!” quick enough! This venue has been on my list since it opened. The natural elements of the building combined with gorgeous mixed metals, tiles and modern, minimalistic design aesthetic is the perfect canvas for all styles of weddings. Elisabeth drew inspiration from the history of the location, combined with an organic and romantic vibe—and wow—it is just too dreamy beyond words!
I created a custom invitation suite featuring lush, watercolor greenery flowing through out all the pieces and soft hints of the cobalt blue color that would be present in the cake, flowers and table decor. I love how my Rose calligraphy through out the suite create the romantic feel even before stepping into the gorgeous venue! I reflected the mixed metals elements of the space in the invites through an antique gold RSVP envelope and by using metallic ink on the mailing address.
My favorite piece of the entire look had to be the custom watercolor Save the Date of the building itself! I loved creating this gorgeous and unique vintage postcard that could be used as a keepsake for the couple.
Vendors, Artists, Producers
Venue | @company251
Design and Styling| @elisabethdari
Cinematography | @kevinwagan
Floral |@stemmingfromlove @stevesflowermarket
Paper goods | @linalulupaperie
Catering | @flourishjuiceco
Bakery | @eyecandybakeshop
Bridal Boutique | @brizancouture
Artistry | @bsansostiartistry
All in the Details
Table Runner | @fabricwholesaledirect
Table Napkins, Flatware, Ring Box | #vintage Crystal Goblets, Mocktail Coupe | #vintage
Water Goblets | @lenoxusa #vintage Dinnerware | @westelm @westelmchicago
Garrett Spring Soirée: April 2019
I was invited by sales manager, Sarah Ruth, to participate in this years Garrett Spring Soirée, a brunch event exclusivley for brides in the Chicago area! A timeless snack synonymous with Chicago itself, Garret Popcorn and Frango brands have so many delicious varieties of goodies that would be a great addition to both bridal and wedding events! I was so excited to get a chance to create one of a kind, calligraphy favors on their min tins.
Set-up in their corporate office, this fun event include the incredible brands Kendra Scott, Cecil’s Flowers, Tablescape Lines, DJ, and Roanoke restaurant, Pinestripes catering, and more. I had a great time meeting so many great couples and friends in the industry. With small displays of what the brand could offer from table mints to popcorn bars for your guests to make your mix. My favorite was their pairing bar of popcorn, chocolate and drinks —how fun!
Photos by 1871/Victoria Messina
Craft Show: International Women's Day Maker Fair
I was invited to participate in the 1871 International Women’s Day conference makers fair back in March. Hosted at their co-working space, 1871 had a full day of lectures and workshops for women to come to and take part in. As apart of the day, they had around 35 women makers set-up in a small pop-up shop makers fair. It was great opportunity to meet so many amazing kick-ass women entrepreneurs and to show off some new items in the shop. Thanks 1871 for hosting!
Photos by 1871/Victoria Messina
Styled Shoot: Vintage Tuscany at Galleria Marchetti
I am thrilled to have been apart of this gorgeous, inspired shoot !Designed by the talented and kind Lillian Rose Events, the tuscan elements combined with charm and elegant details of Galleria Marchetti created for a romantic, old world feeling wedding here in the Midwest! All photos by Jasko Omerovic Photography. For all vendor involved check the list below!
Inspired by the romantic fields and wineries of Italy, I chose to work with earth tones and simplistic elements. A custom monogram surrounded by olives adorned the main invitation (swoon!). The olives leaves are carried though out the rest of the wedding paper goods from the details card all the way to the wax seal bringing texture the the table menus.
My favorite two elements from the invitation suite quickly became the Italian tile inspired envelope liner and the lush, custom painted country side RSVP postcard. Both elements bring in more color to an other wise soft and romantic feeling invitation.
Each paper element, though slightly varied from one another, are all connected through the calligraphy. I used my Lily style to bring a romantic but modern movement to each element. Choosing a soft grey ink allowed each paper good to feel rustic and compliment the gorgeous tones of the vintage dishes, beautiful table linens and gorgeous muted toned florals.
To find more of this stunning shoot and a gorgeous video capturing the experience, check out the post from Chicago Style Weddings
Find the incredible and talented vendors here:
Venue: Galleria Marchetti, Photographer: Jasko Omerovic Photography, Videography: Newlyweds Cinema, Event Planner: Lillian Rose Events, Floral: Phillips Flowers, Décor & Rentals: Dish & Decor Vintage Rentals, Hair & Makeup: Meghana Prasad, Stationery: Lina Lulu Paperie, Linens: BBJ Linen, Bride’s Gown: Edith Élan via Dame Couture, Bride’s Shoes: James Ciccotti, Bride’s Accessories: Davie & Chio; Ti Adoro Jewelry; Jennifer Leigh Veil Design, Formalwear: The Groomsman Suit, Models: Naftali Kark & Stephanie Straka
The Big Fake Wedding: Chicago 2018
When I heard about the Big Fake Wedding, I immediately thought about when I was a bride planning for my own big day. Being younger in age as a newly engaged bride-to-be, I hadn't attended many weddings with the mindset of what I liked about them and if I would repeat anything for my own day.
The concept of the Big Fake Wedding is so simple and smart. They come to a city, gathering talented local vendors and “create an experiential opportunity for wedding vendors to showcase their products and services to shopping brides and grooms just as they would at a real wedding.” You get to see the wedding in the form of a vow renewal ceremony and the reception complete with drinks, DJ and dancing. The best part s if you like something you see, taste or hear you can talk to the vendors who created it right then and there! How cool is that?
Each city is a different theme and experience for the couples attending, and Chicago did not disappoint. With the theme of “World Royalty” and pulling from beautiful, rich tones—there was so much inspiration to play with! Check out how the day pulled together over all:
The venue was the beautiful Zhou B Art Center owned and founded by two Chinese brothers, both incredible artist who rent out the space for art exhibits and events. This industrial and chic venue was full of charm and some seriously beautiful art.
Elizabeth Greve Photography
Elizabeth Greve Photography
My role in this big day was one of two invitation designers. With such a rich color scheme and moodboard full of pattern and texture to work from, I knew that I wanted to do something more elevated than a standard invite to incorporate these elements. After deciding on this beautiful paper cut folder in a rich gold to house the invitation suite, I wanted to incorporate each color in a unique way on the rest of the accenting pieces.
Blending the free strokes of the watercolor with the formality of the calligraphy created the perfect mixture of classic and modern that would be represented in both the venue and the elements of the wedding day overall. I loved how this suite represented the theme in a chic way!
Elizabeth Greve Photography
Thais Photography
The day flowed like a real wedding, complete with photos of the “bridal” party, ceremony and reception. The bride and groom who modeled for the day performed a vow renewal during the ceremony portion including their pastor, real friends and family in their “bridal” party.
It was a beautiful ceremony complete with string quartet playing a custom arrangement as the bridal party walked down the aisle and an incredible copper arch with lush florals serving as the backdrop for the bride and groom’s ceremony. The reception was full and fun with fantastic appetizers, desserts and specialty mixed drinks. The bride even performed a special choreographed dance mid reception!
Thank you again to the team at The Big Fake Wedding for having me, it was such a fun party to be apart of and incredible to meet so many wonderful couples!
Thais Photography
Elizabeth Greve Photography
Elizabeth Greve Photography | Mila Craila
Elizabeth Greve Photography
Cakes & Catering SOCIAL sparkling wine @socialsparklingwine
Favors & DetailsThe Standard Canvas @TheStandardCanvas
Groom & His MenBlank Label @blanklabelclothing
Bridesmaid Dresses Brideside Jewelry European Jewelry @europeanjewelryinc
Photo Booth Smilebooth@smilebooth
Cake ParfaitsVanille Pattisserie@vanillechicago
Day Of CoordinatorWedicity. DJ & EmceeCharizma Entertainment Group
Floral & Event Design: Bouquets, Boutonnieres & Tables 5,6,7 Eden
Floral & Event Design: Ceremony Backdrop & Tables 1,2 Nightshade Floral
Floral & Event Design: Flower Wall & Tables 3,4 Crafts By Stacey @craftsbystacey
Hair Styling Carrie Kacen Hair and Make-up Artistry @carriekacen
Hotel Accommodations W Hotel @wcitycenter
Invitations The Paperie Co @thepaperieco | Lina Lulu Paperie @linalulupaperie
Craft Cocktails CraftYours @craftyours
Makeup Artist Fearless & Bella @fearlessandbella
Marshmallow Favors Malvi: Marshmallow Confections @malvimallow
Catering LM Catering @lmcateringchi
Seating Chart, Custom Drawing, & Paper Goods XO Art & Design @xo_artanddesign
Dance Lessons Windy City Wedding Dance @windycityweddingdance
Photo Magnets Flash Magnets @flashmagnets
Ceremony Musician Bridge and Bow Music
Wedding Registry Mishkalo@mishkaloregistry Wedding Cake ECBG Cake Studio
Signage & Custom Jackets KRorerDecor @krorerdecor
Sparkling Water Spindrift Cookies Warm Belly Bakery @warmbellybakery
Table Accents The Blonde Scribe @theblondescribe
Travel Agent LovinAway @lovinaway
Photographers Thais Photography @bythaisphotography | Mila Craila Photography @milacrailaphotography | Elizabeth Greve Photography @egpwed
Venues Zhou B Art Center @zhoubevents
Wedding Dresses Winnie Couture @winniecouture
Wedding Films Eyework Studios
Styled Shoot: Being Joy Photography at Venue 5126
I met Joy this summer at a local wedding gathering and instantly loved her spirit and vibe. I then proceeded to fall in love with her style and gorgeous photos! She invited me to be a part of an amazing team assembled to create a gorgeous boho inspired shoot at Venue 5126 in Oswego, Illinois.
Finding the right mix of modern, boho, and romantic was my aim as I created a simple but sophisticated wedding suite for this shoot. A combination of hand drawn botanicals, calligraphy and gold embossing become the perfect mix to produce a wild and tame feeling all in one.
The Incredible Vendor team included: Photography, Being Joy Photography | Venue and Props, Venue 5126. | Flowers, Ashland and Addison, RJPdesigns | Gowns, Victoria Sdoukos Couture. | Hair, Hair By Dorthi. | Make-Up, Alana G | Models, Gabija Guzauskaite and Whitman Johnson