October 2009

JENNIFER & JOSH

Hotel: Hotel Monaco
Ceremony: Bond Chapel, University of Chicago
Gown: Wedding Belles
Catering: Stefani Catering
Floral: Mary Cicero, Flowers of Color
DJ: Style Matters DJs
Reception: School of the Art Institute Ballroom (SAIC)
Event Consultation: Creatively Yours Events

Jennifer and Josh recently held their ceremony at the Bond Chapel on the beautiful University of Chicago Campus in Hyde Park. Scott and I lived in the neighborhood for many years and were really excited about the opportunity to photograph around the area–especially the historical campus.

Below is a slideshow with a few highlights from the wedding:

Congratulations again Jennifer & Josh! Be sure to have your guests pre-register on Pictage and they will be notified when the images are available.

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YOU’LL SAY I DO & CS BRIDES PRESENTS CLASSIC ELEGANCE

We were invited by Christina Mendoza of You’ll Say I Do to be a part of Classic Elegance, Morton’s Wedding Celebration in the loop last month. Some of the participants included Anthos Fresh Flowers and Gifts, Baltic Studios Calligraphy, Mojuba Wedding, Designlab Chicago, Katherine Anne Confections, Vanille Patisserie, Monastero Entertainment, Sami Michael Films, Asili Chi Salon, Vanessa’s Modern Bride, Hall’s Rental, BBJ Linens and Black Tie Formal Wear.

We worked with Christina at a recent wedding at the Chicago History Museum and remarked at her attention to detail and utmost consideration for the clients and vendors involved in making the wedding day a success.

Here are a few pics from the event:

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GISELLE CHICAGO

We will be collaborating with Giselle Chicago again later this month on another fashion bridal shoot at The Wit. You may have seen images from our last shoot with Giselle on our blog along with a featured image in I Do Films‘ ad in the September Anniversary Issue of Chicago Social Magazine.

The talented Giselle Ghofrani, the designer mastermind behind Giselle Chicago (a branch of the Dress Doctor, exclusive tailor for Vera Wang Chicago and Belle Vie) has created another sophisticated gown called the Mariam. After our last collaboration and seeing the sketch created by her colleague (Sara E. Cummins), I knew that this gown was going to be amazing.

Ladies…if you’re reading this blog and haven’t already found your wedding gown, you must consider Giselle Chicago’s gowns. The gowns range between $2,750 and $16,550 and custom alterations are included. You can contact Giselle directly at The Dress Doctor. She will be unveiling these gowns at our Brides, Bubbles & Bliss Event that we are presenting with CS Brides on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at The Tasting Room’s East and West lounges. This is an exclusive bridal event with limited availability. Some of the participants include Beauty On Call, James Ciccotti, Magnificent Milestones & Smitten Boutique, and more. Contact us at info@photocarasco.com to pre-register for the event. Ticket sales will begin soon; limited space so be sure to rsvp.

We’ve posted some pics from the custom fitting at the Dress Doctor (located in the Water Tower Place):

We’re looking forward to our collaboration with Giselle Chicago, Eunita Carter of ecc Artistry, Ani Afshar, James Ciccotti, and Topiarius at The Wit Hotel!