Your engagement is truly one of the most special times in your relationship. It’s a season filled with excitement, anticipation, and a deepening connection with your partner. But in the whirlwind of wedding planning, it’s easy to lose sight of what this time is truly about—celebrating your love and the life you’re about to build […]

When it comes to planning your dream wedding in Chicago, there’s something truly special about saying “I do” with the city’s downtown skyline as your backdrop. From historic landmarks to modern rooftops, Chicago offers a variety of stunning venues that capture the views of downtown.  Here are 7 of the best wedding venues that showcase […]

There are few places as breathtakingly romantic as the Armour House in Lake Forest, Illinois, to host a wedding that marries tradition, personal touches, and unforgettable moments. The wedding of Ariana and Olabode (affectionately nicknamed Buddie) was nothing short of a fairytale; a tale that had been a long time in the making. Ariana and […]

If there’s one thing you should know about SouthWind Events, it’s that we care about marriage – healthy, successful, long-term marriage. Yes, the wedding is a beautiful experience where we celebrate the joining of two lives, but it’s just one day. The marriage, however, is expected to be “until death separates” you. As such, we believe […]

Eenie, meenie, minee, moe, catch a piggy by the toe…. Maybe I’m aging myself here, but as a child, this was one of the ways we picked teams when playing with our friends.  It seemed to keep it fair & random, with the least chance of someone getting their feelings hurt (although there was always […]

The History In 1840, Queen Victoria (the great-great-great grandmother of Prince William and Harry) married Prince Albert.  Their wedding featured the first modern, and extravagant, wedding cake. It was a large tiered cake with white icing, measured nine feet in circumference and weighed nearly 300 pounds!!  But the history of the wedding cake goes beyond the […]

The History Women love flowers.  They love to receive them as a gift, to decorate their home or even to wear them, but there’s nothing more special for many than to carry a bouquet of flowers on her wedding day.   A bride’s bouquet is an integral part of her wedding day “look.”  Whether the wedding […]

Just before couples prepare to walk down the aisle, they will often take a moment to face themselves in the mirror, making sure they look their best and reflecting on the new phase of life they are about to enter.  However, you need looking beyond what you see facing forward.  As you prepare to said […]

Your wedding day is one that should be filled with great joy.  It marks the start of the beginning of a new chapter in your life and a new and exciting journey with your love.  However, for those who have lost people they love dearly, there may be lingering feelings of sadness or disappointment because […]

Flower Girl Questions Do I need a flower girl in my ceremony? No, you do not need a flower girl or flower child as part of your wedding ceremony.  While flower children can add a great cute factor, but they aren’t necessary.  So feel free to do away with tradition if you’re not interested or […]