Glamor and high-style overlooking the Chicago skyline at the Ritz-Carlton Chicago! With a stunning and massive ballroom, panoramic views of the city, and a classic mid-century modern aesthetic, the Ritz-Carlton was the perfect backdrop for Dan and Brian’s big day. The grooms worked closely with Danielle Dworkowitz of Creative Party Touch Design to plan an unforgettable day, personalizing many details including five officiants! The ceremony space, designed by Austin James of Kehoe Designs, featured clean and chic details: mirrored tables, numerous candles, and a round stage surrounded by abundant florals on top of a mercury glass-styled floor. The guest seating was also set in a circular pattern around the central stage, giving a panoramic view of their guests. After cocktail hour, guests made their way back to the ballroom which underwent a spectacular makeover! Bright pinks and purple lighting emanating from the central massive glass chandelier was the showstopper! Tables were adorned with silk linens, florals in deep hues of red, purple, and pinks, metallic flatware, and golden modern accents. At the entrance was a massive multi-tired cake with a design that emulated the invitation suite: charcoal grey with contrasting floral designs. During one of the groom’s emotional welcome speech, he mentioned, “When you get married at our age, a big wedding is inevitable because of all the lives you’ve touched.” That sentiment was so present in the room: despite a wedding with hundreds of guests, each person felt like family and the love filling the room was palpable.