Lisa & Matt
An intimate lakefront vow renewal on Chicago's North Shore, designed with lush blooms and shared among the couple's closest loved ones.
Upscale New Year's Eve wedding · The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Jackie & Joe
An upscale New Year's Eve wedding at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, balancing luxury and warmth with personal nods to the couple's heritage.
The story
An upscale New Year's Eve wedding at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago featured thoughtful design between luxury and warmth, creating a setting that felt both dramatic and inviting.
Throughout the evening, subtle nods to the couple's Mexican and Italian backgrounds, such as the mariachi and a dinner crooner from BeatMix Music, added personal significance to the celebration, weaving family heritage into the guest experience.
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Credits
The team behind the celebration.
The venues, artists, and partners who brought this Michigan Avenue Events production to life.
- PlanningMichigan Avenue Events
- PhotographyJoy Lane
- Venue HostThe Ritz-Carlton Chicago
- VideographyVanity Photo Films
- Floral DesignTaylor & Co
- Lighting & AVElegant Event Lighting
- EntertainmentBeatMix Music
- Late Night DJThe Music Trust, DJ George May
- StationerySmitten Boutique
- Glam TeamRannia Maria, Aeris
- Balloon DropBalloons by Tommy
- TransportationWindy City Limousine
- RentalsWindy City Linen, Hall's Rental
- AttireUltimate Bride, Ines di Santo, Balani Custom
- Photo + Video BoothVanity Photo Films
- Late Night BitesPortillo's
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