Rachel & Eric
How Rachel Knew She Had Found the One
“We complement one another perfectly. Eric’s my best friend and I really can’t imagine life without him in it.”
Why Chicago?
“Chicago has been the backdrop for most of the greatest moments in our relationship, so it only seemed fitting. We couldn’t have imagined getting married anywhere else.”
Eric’s Favorite Memory
“Our flower girls went rogue while walking down the aisle in the processional. It took half of the wedding party and grandparents to round them up. Though it was chaotic, everyone had the biggest smiles. It was that moment that I realized not everything was going to go exactly as planned, but I wouldn’t want it any other way.”
Tip For Engaged Couples
“Don’t let wedding planning stress you out, you’re celebrating the start of a new life with the person you love most.”
Number of Wedding Guests: 160
Vendor List:
Venue: Crystal Ballroom at The Blackstone Hotel
Photography: Dominika Photographer
Videography: Wholehearted Wedding Film Co.
Officiant: Pastor Tom Noll
Rings: C.P. Diamonds; Blue Nile
Bride’s Gown: Pronovias via Eleganza Tuxedo & Bridal Gallery
Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Accessories: CrystalAvenues; Glamourous Bijoux
Makeup: Harriet Grevers
Hair: Jillian Boeckh at Elle Salon
Bridesmaids’ Dresses: BHDLN
Formalwear: Men’s Wearhouse
Groom’s Accessories: Family Heirlooms
Favors: Ryba’s Fudge Shop
Stationery: Minted; Wedding Paper Divas
Floral & Decor: Avant Gardenia
Catering: The Blackstone Hotel
Cake & Sweets: Cake Chicago
Entertainment: The Innocenti Strings; ShutterBooth Chicago; MDM Entertainment
