When I first met Danielle + Will, I knew instantly their day was going to be so much fun to help them plan. I immediately related to their intense work life paired with the love of spending time with each other whenever they can. Danielle’s mom joked that if she was going to find someone, it was going to be through work, and sure enough that’s where their story began. A semi-Covid couple, D+W had their first date at the Bottom Lounge (a Chicago staple) in the West Loop shortly after, the pandemic began, and Will moved to Danielle’s parents with her in the south (a bit of a culture shock for an east coaster), where they stayed until they purchased their home on the west side of the city, got engaged during a much needed spa day, and started planning their forever. 

Together, we created an event that was so true to their love, and just a really stunning evening spent with their favorite people. I also had the pleasure of planning their rehearsal dinner and welcome party at Oakville Grill and Cellar, and a special day-of pre-wedding lunch at Punchbowl Social for their guests, not pictured in this blog but both so true to them and really incredible, trust me!

These two are funny, cute, whip smart, and really perfect for each other, and it was an absolute pleasure and honor to be part of their wildly beautiful wedding weekend. 

Congratulations on one year of marriage, Danielle + Will! I hope it was filled with bliss!

-Noelle