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beatnik on the river | chicago, illinois | october 19, 2024
Kimberly & Vince’s Bohemian Romance Inspired Chicago Wedding
An Inspired Celebration
From the very first call with Kimberly, I knew this would be such a special project. She radiated warmth and excitement, and her vision for the wedding was crystal clear, something bold, elegant, and full of personality. She wanted her guests to be wowed before the day even arrived, and I loved that energy. Inspired by Beatnik on the River in Chicago, Kimberly and Vince’s stationery suite became a reflection of their venue’s lush, eclectic charm and their shared love for style and sophistication.
Bringing Beatnik’s Lush Aesthetic to Paper
Beatnik’s signature look, overflowing florals, rich textures, and golden details, inspired every piece of the suite. For the envelope liner, I pulled from the flowers cascading from the restaurant’s ceiling, creating a design that felt immersive and romantic from the first glance. We layered in gold foil accents for an elevated touch and sealed each invitation with a custom gold monogram wax seal, a beautiful nod to Beatnik’s opulent yet organic ambiance.
I just wanted to share a few of the comments I’ve received about our wedding invitations because honestly, they’ve been endless! From the moment we started sending them out, everyone had something to say.
“So beautiful, I didn’t want to disassemble them, your designer nailed your concept & aesthetic.” “These are so you! beautifully done.” “Stunning.” “ Classy.” and “This is what you call fancy.”
A Seamless, Joyful Design Process
Working with Kimberly was such a dream. She was incredibly sweet, organized, and full of trust, the kind of client that makes every step enjoyable. Her enthusiasm made it easy to translate her ideas into something timeless and striking.
Finishing Touches for the Perfect Welcome
We completed the suite with a coordinating welcome sign that tied together every detail. It was designed to be elegant yet easy to transport, ensuring the couple could bring their stationery aesthetic seamlessly into the wedding day itself.
The Perfect Prelude to a Stunning Celebration
From the first shimmering foil detail to the final wax seal, Kimberly and Vince’s stationery suite was a true reflection of their style and spirit. It set the tone for a Chicago celebration filled with beauty, warmth, and Beatnik-inspired magic.
Creating their wedding invitations was an honor and a joy, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with how everything turned out. Cheers to Kimberly & Vince, a couple who truly knew how to celebrate in style!
Photo Credits: @reneecphotography and @emilyrosephotoss
If you’re dreaming up your own wedding invitations and want something personal, elevated, and full of meaning, I’d love to help you bring your vision to life! Let’s create something magical together.
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