conrad hilton chicago wedding

Andrea + Mario

Chicago, IL

Conrad Hilton Chicago Hotel

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Vendor Team

Venue: Conrad Hilton Chicago

Planning: Shh Events

Photography: Photography by Lauryn

Florals: Catherine's Garden

Band/Music: David Rothstein Music

Hair: Tranquility Salon Co.

Makeup: Denise Makeup Artistry

Graphic Designer: Catriona Hegarty

Calligraphy: Calligraphy by CT

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I've been waiting for this wedding for awhile! I first met Andrea when she was a bridesmaid in Kit + Ed's wedding back in 2023. Andrea wasn't even engaged then, but she told me that when it was her time, I would be her first call. The girl didn't tell a single lie.

Mario popped the question and I was one of the first people to hear about it! It is always an immense honor when wedding party members remember me so well that they think of me first when it comes time to plan their own wedding. Because she pulled me in so early into the planning process, I was able to help her brainstorm venues to check out. They eventually landed on the Chicago Hilton on Michigan Ave and these two have impeccable taste!

The thing that stood out the most to me about this day was the way that all of Andrea's best friends (and she has a lot of them) truly had her back at every second of the day. She has the best hype squad and it was so fun to witness the bonds these girls have developed.

Andrea's dress was a moment all in itself. It perfectly fit the vibe of the ballroom space and can we take a moment to appreciate the hair with this dress? The entire look was a vibe and I could've photographed her forever.

Andrea and Mario truly put on the best party and it was the perfect kick-off to my 2025 season!

Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs!

A blurb from Andrea: "I met Lauryn at one of my best friend's wedding in 2023 and I knew when I was engaged I wanted to work with her. She was one of the first vendors I booked for the wedding (reach out early, our girl is popular!) and her insight into the wedding planning process and movements of the day-of were so helpful when coordinating with our planner and other members of our team. Lauryn has a great balance between being easygoing and approachable while also being able to direct a large group (we were 26 people total with our full wedding party). I also just love her style of photography and artistic vision. Lauryn is a highly competent, talented and kind photographer to work with - she even allowed one of my former students who is studying photography to shadow her at a few events (with the couple's permission). I encourage anyone looking for a photographer to reach out to her. Thank you for everything Lauryn!"