Emilee | A Perfect Pair

popping the question…to your bridal party

Posted by Emilee on Jan 3, 2014 | 0 comments

Once you’ve decided on your partner, there is the entertaining task of choosing and asking your bridal party to stand up for you! It’s likely you’ve known or chosen these people long before you found Your Person, which makes this all the more special. Now let’s be clear: This does NOT have to be an elaborate task. Do you have a cellular device? Will you be seeing this person soon anyway? Great! Asking via phone or in person is a lovely way to connect with someone who will support you through your wedding and marriage. The asking doesn’t have to be A Thing. If...

Best Dressed Guest – NYE

Posted by Emilee on Dec 26, 2013 | 0 comments

There is something natural about a wedding on New Year’s Eve. The separate occasions have a lot in common already: celebration of a new beginning, champagne toasts, kissing and even fireworks! Plus everyone gets to show off their sparkly outfits! With that in mind, here’s an ALL SEQUIN (yep) way to look fabulous and festive. This to-die-for green and blue body con… An in-your-face bedazzled clutch… And finally, the shoes. I actually suggest pulling back on this one, given the dress and the clutch. I think it would be unexpected and chic to have just a hint on the...

SCOTUS, you get a gold star!

Posted by Emilee on Jun 26, 2013 | 0 comments

We are DELIGHTED to see the DOMA was declared unconstitutional and Prop 8 was struck down today! It’s a beautiful day for equality and a historic milestone in the fight for full LGBT rights. We suspect Sunday’s Pride Parade will be extra joyful with this amazing news! #loveislove

Our Perfect Pairs – Andie and Will

Posted by Emilee on May 30, 2013 | 1 comment

Last Saturday, Andie and Will were married at Heritage Prairie Farm in Elburn, IL. (As I said to Lauren “This is a legit farm…”) They were one of the calmest pairs I’ve seen, both leading up to and after their very personal and entertaining ceremony. To quote their Lady of Honor, Thea, they really do seem to “float around in their swan boat of love.” This wedding was extra special for me, as I have known the lovely Andie since we sang a cappella together in college and she is truly a gem. Here are a few snaps of the...