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Danielle + Will: Sweet, Cozy, Marvelous Winter Wedding in the Sky

When I first met Danielle + Will, I knew instantly their day was going to be so much fun to help them plan. I immediately related to their intense work life paired with the love of spending time with each other whenever they can. Danielle’s mom joked that if she was going to find someone, it was going to be through work, and sure enough that’s where their story began. A semi-Covid couple, D+W had their first date at the Bottom Lounge (a Chicago staple) in the West Loop shortly after, the pandemic began, and Will moved to Danielle’s parents with her in the south (a bit of a culture shock for an east coaster), where they stayed until they purchased their home on the west side of the city, got engaged during a much needed spa day, and started planning their forever. 

Together, we created an event that was so true to their love, and just a really stunning evening spent with their favorite people. I also had the pleasure of planning their rehearsal dinner and welcome party at Oakville Grill and Cellar, and a special day-of pre-wedding lunch at Punchbowl Social for their guests, not pictured in this blog but both so true to them and really incredible, trust me!

These two are funny, cute, whip smart, and really perfect for each other, and it was an absolute pleasure and honor to be part of their wildly beautiful wedding weekend. 

Congratulations on one year of marriage, Danielle + Will! I hope it was filled with bliss!

-Noelle

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Lisa + Bob: Festive, Classic, Cozy Winter Wedding

It is such an honor to work with an incredible family twice.  After Chris + Christine’s 2022 wedding, Christine’s sister Lisa and her boyfriend Bob got engaged and I was thrillllleeeddd when they called me!  There is something special about the Wuertz family.  

Lisa + Bob wanted a classic Chicago venue in the cozy holiday months, so they landed on the Chicago Cultural Center on December 16, 2023. We planned a wedding filled with deep greens and lots of candlelight and it was a truly magical evening. As the chill started filling the air in late 2023, they decided to add more holiday touches, bringing in lit Christmas trees to the cocktail space and the landing before Preston Bradley Hall, creating a festive atmosphere for their guests. Their card box was even a sweet “Letters to Santa” mailbox. It was such a joyful wedding day and perfect kick-off to the holiday season. Read on for alllll the cozy vibes!

Happy first anniversary to Lisa + Bob!  xo Olivia

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Andrew + Tim: A Fitting Recap to 2024

From Olivia: Picking a favorite wedding of the year is like picking a favorite child – each one is unique, delightful, and beautiful in their own way – it’s impossible. But when I think back on my 2024 season, Andrew + Tim’s wedding stands out for a few reasons: 1. It was a quintessential Chicago summer Saturday 2. The Adler Planetarium is a setting like no other 3. It was full of JOY. 

This is also a good time to share how grateful Team OFW is for our incredible couples and their families.  We are so, so lucky to do this job and during this Thanksgiving week, I can’t help but feel overwhelmed with gratitude. Thank you, thank you.

Okay, back to Andrew + Tim’s wedding day: there is so much to share about this absolutely incredible day, so read on. 

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