Official Opinions: Stitely’s Sweet Summer Weddings

Summer in the Windy City is a great time for weddings.  This season we’ve had the privilege to play for a ton of adorable couples and our bands have had lots of fun! Here is just a fraction of the awesome people and professionals we’ve worked with this summer. Enjoy the fab photos!

May 5, 2012: Lauren Williamson and Alexander Lund

Lauren and Alexander celebrated their wedding reception under the enchanting spotlights of  The Rookery in downtown Chicago. This super-sweet couple danced the night away to 312 Chicago, starting with their first dance, You are the Best Thing by Ray Lamonatagne. This photo by PenCarlson Photography makes us smile every time.

May 12, 2012: Patina Waterstreet and Patrick Hill

This cute couple celebrated their reception at Chicago’s famous Harold Washington Library. Patina and Patrick love jazz and big band music, but enjoyed dancing to their first song, Hey Girl by OAR. This photo by Jolie Images captured their playful spark that was clear all night.

June 9, 2012: Jodi Kuiper and Matthew Dougherty

Jodi and Matt’s wedding had ambiance to spare. Held at the Bridgeport Art Center and decorated in purples, golds, creams, and coppers, this reception was like in living a fairytale.They kicked off their dance party with their first dance, Feels Like Home by Chantel Kreviazuk performed by the Stitely Orchestra. Garbo Productions photographed all the warm moments between this fab couple.

official opinions: Stitely Summer Weddings Showcase

Summer in Chicago is a truly magical time. The city comes alive: festivals, concerts, excitement and romance. That infectious energy definitely translates into beautiful, memorable weddings. Check out this roundup of ceremonies that definitely left their mark on Summer 2011.

Liz Doukas & Randall Hunt

June 11th, 2011

Liz and Randall chose a beautiful venue for their wedding reception:  The Rookery in downtown Chicago.  The ballroom was spacious and located right in the bustling heart of the big city.  The couple got to take a few photos outside of the venue after a night of non-stop dancing!  The bride donned bright red shoes, which really popped with her beautiful white wedding gown!

Event Photographed by Colin Lyons

Melanie Wheeler & Andy Fritsch

June 25th, 2011

This super fun crowd threw it down on the dance floor for Melanie and Andy’s wedding reception!  The elegant event was held at the Mariott Lincolnshire in Lincolnshire, IL.  The bridesmaids kept the dance floor in full swing all night!

Event Photographed by Andre LaCour

Jami Wannstedt & Eddie Napleton

March 12th, 2011

The Wannstedt and Napleton family partied without limit in celebration of Jami and Eddie’s wedding!  The reception was held in Chicago’s infamous Drake hotel and guests literally filled the dance floor from start to finish, tamborines and all!

Event Photographed by Paul Yamashiro