The Gilded Aisle Weddings

03/10/2024

Happy 5 year anniversary Kristen and Chris! We have enjoyed watching your love (AND Family) grow. the back of your gown is still one of my favorite dress details.

Wedding Planner: Lynne Kennedy
Photo:
Venue: Cafe Brauer

11/02/2023

Planning to use chargers or a base plate for your wedding reception?
Keep in mind these are larger than a regular dinner plate and will take up more tabletop space. You will want to seat less guests per table. For example, a 60” round table normally seats 8-10 guests. Aim to seat no more than 8 guests so you have room on the tabletop for your place settings. (Your guests will appreciate the extra space as well!)

Akexandra and Danny choose these elegant gold rimmed chargers to coordinate with their stemware and other serving pieces for their beautiful wedding at

Planner: Lynne Kennedy
Floral Design:
Photo:
Venue:
HUMA:
HUMA:
Entertainment:
Stationery Printing:
Stationery Designer:
Calligraphy:
Linens:
Cinema:
Transportation:
secondcitytrolley
Bridal Designer:
Ceremony:
Rentals:
Rehearsal

thegildedaisleweddings

10/24/2023

Five years of love and a new chapter begin!

Congratulations Jamie and Sam as you approach your 5-year anniversary and celebrate the incredible adventure of parenthood! We are so happy for you! 🌸
🌸
Planner: Lynne Kennedy
Photo:
Venue:
HUMA:
HUMA:

thegildedaisleweddings

10/16/2023

Our owner and Master Wedding Planner, Lynne Kennedy, weighs-in with about using neon signs for your wedding.

Whether you're featuring your names, a message, or a special symbol, a neon sign is a fun way to welcome guests at your wedding. To help you find the perfect one, we researched the best neon wedding signs you can buy online.

07/29/2023

Ice, ice baby! On a steamy hot day like today we want to travel back to this carved ice bar Emma and Tyler had at their wedding.
Planner:
Floral Design:
Photo:
Venue:
HUMA:
HUMA:
Entertainment:
Ceremony Entertainment: lyric_and_lecture
Carolers:
Cake:
Invitation:
Ice Sculpture: natesice
Wedding Gown:

05/15/2023

The USPS will have yet another postage hike come July 2023 -- increasing from .63 to .66. You can purchase the Forever Stamps now and use them at any point in the future.

The increase, which the Postal Service says is needed to offset the rise in inflation, would take effect July 9 if the Postal Regulatory Commission approves it.

05/09/2023

Thank you Joshua Harrison Photography for the shout-out. We are blessed to work with such a talented photographer! https://www.joshuaharrison.photography/wedding-planners-in-chicago/

To help you plan your wedding, I've gathered a list of the best wedding planners in Chicago to help you find the perfect partner for your big day.

05/03/2023

Congratulations to our Senior Planner, Chelsea Kiely on receiving her Professional Wedding Planner Designation from the Association of Bridal Consultants!
This is an achievement that sets her apart from other wedding planners in Chicago and we’re thrilled to see you recognized for your hard work and expertise.

If you're looking for a talented and dedicated wedding planner to help bring your special day to life, don't hesitate to contact us to connect with Chelsea Kiely. She would be love to help make your wedding dreams
 
Photographer:

                     .

05/02/2023

Don't miss Mary and Matt's beautiful wedding featured this week on Carats and Cake https://caratsandcake.com/wedding/mary-and-matt Photography: Mandelette Photography

Inside Mary & Matt's Pazzo's wedding: View all of the design details, and connect with the Chicago area vendors who made it happen.

03/06/2023

Emma and Tyler’s winter wedding had one of the prettiest sweetheart tables. We are still swooning over the velvet tablecloth and pop of chartreuse green

Planner:
Floral Design:
Photo:
Venue:
HUMA:
HUMA:
Entertainment:
Ceremony Entertainment:
Carolers:
Cake:
Invitation:
Ice Sculpture:
Wedding Gown:

03/04/2023

Giving a shout out to Nicole and Corbin's beautiful wedding on the blog today. https://thegildedaisleweddings.com/a-summer-wedding-at-the-armour-house/

The Gilded Aisle Weddings shares a summertime wedding at The Armour House in Lake Forest with "I Do's" in the fabulous outdoor gardens.

03/04/2023

Spring was in the air last Sunday for the an afternoon of fun and fashion that benefitted

transformed the ballroom at The Waldorf Astoria to a floral wonderland while guests were treated to a runway show of the latest Spring fashions from

The fundraiser benefitted VOW for Girls mission to prevent childhood marriage and support girls around the world to choose love on their own terms.

SPONSORS
Planner:
Fashion:
Venue:
Floral:
Photography:
Hair:
Make-up:
Primp Station:
Cake:
Fashion Show Production:

Special Bridal Designer Sponsors:
.official

Media Sponsor:

03/03/2023

Happy Friday! The weekend is here! A little wedding planning tip: don’t mail your wedding invitations on a Friday or before a holiday. You have no idea where the mail will be stored and on a rainy day like today, you don’t want the paper to get damp.

Swipe or head over to the blog to see more of Nicole and Corbin’s beautiful wedding at The Armour House

Planner:
Floral Design:
Photo:
Venue:
HUMA:
Entertainment:
Dessert:
Transportation:
Vintage Car:
Photobooth:

03/02/2023

Happy Wedding Planner’s Day to our Chicago team! Yes, a day late but we’re busy planning events for this weekend. 😀

Wedding planners rank in the Top 5 Most Stressful Jobs” but we truly love what we do!

Photo: The fabulous
Venue:
HUMA: The magician
🌸

03/02/2023

We love when our clients incorporate meaningful family traditions into their wedding day. Growing-up, our bride Caroline walked to church every Sunday with her family. On her wedding day, it was only fitting that she and here dad traced those same footsteps. Swipe to see more photos from their wedding at Onwentsia Country Club or head over to the blog and read about Caroline and Ben’s beautiful day.

Planner: Allison Sparrow
Floral Design:
Photo:
Venue: Onwentsia Club Lake Forest
HUMA:
HUMA:
Entertainment:
Stationery Printing:
Linens:
Ceremony:

02/09/2023

After a pandemic -filled courtship, Caroline and Ben celebrated with friends and family at Onwentsia Club in Lake Forest. Our Wedding Day Management Coordinator, Allison Sparrow, shares all the romantic details and special family tradition.

After a pandemic courtship, Caroline & Ben wed in her hometown of Lake Forest at First Presbyterian Church, and celebrated at Onwentsia Club.

02/01/2023

https://thegildedaisleweddings.com/allison-webb-launch-event-at-mira-couture/

The Gilded Aisle collaborated with Mira Couture for their launch party featuring wedding dress designer Allison Webb

02/01/2023

This year, another 12 million girls under the age of 18 will be forced into marriage – losing their future and their chance. As a company that celebrates love, The Gilded Aisle has pledged to support young girls around the world so they can choose love on their own terms. No child should ever be a bride.

We are excited to partner with and Mira Couture] for an afternoon of fun, fashion, food and philanthropy on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at The Waldorf Astoria Chicago. For tickets, please see the link in our bio.

SPONSORS
Planner:
Fashion: Mira Couture]
Venue:
Floral:
Photography:
Hair:
Make-up:
Primp Station:
Cake:
Fashion Show Production:

Special Bridal Designer Sponsors:
.official

01/07/2023

On news stands now! Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago’s latest edition features Kristie and Dave’s dreamy, romantic at Castle Hill at The Crane Estate.
*

Wedding Planner: Lynne Kennedy |
Photographer:
Venue:
Florals:
Catering:
Dress Designer:
Shoes:
Rentals:
Hair:
Make-up:
Cake:
Ceremony Music:
Entertainment:
Feature:

*
*

10/08/2022

Happy anniversary to Jenna and Frank. We take a peek back at their magical wedding day.

Cathedral Hall at The University Club of Chicago provided the perfect romantic backdrop for Jenna and Frank's wedding.

10/08/2022

Wedding planning tip…many bakeries offer a freshly-made anniversary cake so you don’t have to store your top layer in the freezer for a year. We love this idea as we’ve heard too many stories of cakes that succumbed to midnight munchies, freezer burn and power outages.

This gorgeous, multi-tier wedding cake was created by the pastry chef at The Four Seasons Chicago.

Wedding Planner: |
Photographer:
Venue:
Florals:
*
*

10/07/2022

Sweetheart table, head table or family table. There are so many options to consider for your wedding reception. This beautiful sweetheart table design from our senior planner, , is a statement piece!

Wedding Planner:Chelsea Kiely |
Photographer:
Venue:
Florals:
Linens:

10/06/2022

Because every bride should feel like a princess on her wedding day…*l

Planner: |
Photographer:
Venue:
Florals:
Bridal Salon:
Dress Designer:
Shoes:
Jewelry:
Hair:
Make-up:
Cinematographer:

10/04/2022

The beautiful invitation suite from Jenna and Frank’s wedding. Have your florist add loose blooms to your proposal so they can be used for styling your wedding day details. Choose blooms that sit flat such as large, open roses and ranunculus. Please expect to pay for these added items.

Planner:
Photographer:
Ceremony Venue:
Reception Venue:
Cinematographer:
Entertainment:

10/03/2022

Wishing Jenna and Frank a happy 1st Anniversary!

Planning:
Photographer:
Reception Venue:

10/03/2022

A fun look back as we celebrate Hanna and Michael's first anniversary.

Beautiful Fall wedding at Michigan Shores Club Wilmette features a modern twist to the historic tudor-like Northshore venue.

10/03/2022

Happy Anniversary Hanna and Michael! We are excited for what the next year holds for you!
*

Wedding Planner: Lynne Kennedy |
Photographer:
Ceremony Venue: St Francis Xavier Wilmette
Reception Venue:
Florals:
Cinematographer:
Invitations:
Entertainment:
Live Event Artist: