Are you engaged and dreaming of a southern wedding in one of our personal favorite cities—Dallas, TX? If you have started researching wedding venues in Dallas, you have probably noticed that there are A LOT to choose from, so it may be very overwhelming!  As experienced Dallas wedding planners, we are here to make this […]

Dallas Weddings, Venue Spotlight

10 Unique Dallas Wedding Venues

Chioma and Brian had a dream winter wedding in Chicago at The Kimpton Gray Hotel! The weather is not always on one’s side in Chicago but this couple could not have asked for a better winter day. Flakes were magically falling and the air was crisp and refreshing– making for fantastic photos and a perfect […]

Chicago Weddings, Design, Real Weddings

Kimpton Gray Hotel Chicago Wedding

The Simply Elegant Group team is head over heels in love with this wedding! Not only was The Intercontinental Hotel a perfect venue for this Chicago Wedding; it was also an incredible couple to work with! Stephanie and Aaron were fun loving, joyful, and absolutely stunning! This sweet couple really understood the joy of a […]

Chicago Weddings, Real Weddings, Venue Spotlight

The Intercontinental Hotel Chicago Wedding | Stephanie + Aaron

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We usually (okay, pretty much never) share phone photos on our blog, because, well, professional images are always better, in our option. However, we loved this set-up for the recent Apia Mpls open house that we couldn’t help ourselves!  Annual, Aria hosts at least one open house to showcase many local Minneapolis wedding vendors. We […]

Aria Mpls Open House

When we think of our weddings over the years, we feel fortunate to have worked with a vast variety of “types” and themes. And we’re pretty certain that Erin + Rod’s wedding day will go down as one of our favorites as of late. These two are true soulmates. They’re so connected. They have an […]

The Loft at Studio J Wedding | Erin & Rod

Laura and Chris had an incredibly unique vision for their big day. Between their wedding venues, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and The Semple Mansion, and all of the amazing details they had planned, we knew it would be stunning.  And we weren’t wrong. Holy smokes, it was beyond OUR wildest dreams. It was truly incredible!  […]

Semple Mansion Wedding | Laura + Chris

Connie & Kent’s Nicollet Island Pavilion Wedding was a blast and a half! Oh my gosh, just thinking back on the day gives us the giggles. Their wedding party was hilarious and Connie made the day so much fun- she’s a hoot! Connie and Kent had a clear vision for the wedding day- and much […]

Minnesota Nicollet Island Wedding | Connie & Kent

We’re SO excited to finally share images from the launch party of Simply Elegant’s new division, La Vie Charme! This was SUCH an exciting day for our company and we’re so fortunate to have had so many incredible vendors attend and help! If you missed the post about our acquisition of LVC, you can read […]

LVC Luxury Wedding Planning Launch Party

Nicole & Shubham are the perfect pairing for one other. They’re so happy & carefree! We loved being a part of their wedding. They selected the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel for their Hindu & American ceremonies and formal reception. The gorgeous rooftop venue has a sweeping skyline view of downtown Chicago and gives you an open […]

The Millennium Hotel Mpls Multicultural Wedding | Nicole & Shubham

Megan & Matt are one those couples that just CARE. It comes from deep within their souls to just love everyone. They love each other, they love their family, and they love life. Megan is ALWAYS smiling. She was so joyous the entire wedding day. Laid back and full of laughter (and happy tears). The […]

Megan & Matt- Aria Minneapolis Wedding