Happy New Year!
Dec 31st, 2008 by John Lavere
Brandon and Brittany chose New Year’s Eve as their wedding date to give their special occasion a little extra sparkle. The holiday definitely brought everyone to the occasion in high spirits and midnight was no disappointment. In a way this date selection is pretty strategic: How else are you going to go out for New Year’s without paying a $20 cover and then shelling out double for drinks all night? That may not have been the original rationale, but I imagine the thought occurred to more than a guest or two. It was truly the most joyous New Year’s celebration I’ve seen and I was honored to be a part of it. Thanks for having me.
In parting, Brandon and Brittany you had a lovely party and I would love to share some of the details. I’d love it if you could leave some information about who provided your cake, flowers, the band, etc. If you get a chance, just make a quick comment here on the blog so I can share:-))
Proofs from the wedding can now be viewed at http://www.pictage.com/605393
P.S. Don’t miss links to some exceptional service providers in Brittany’s comments below.






These pictures are FANTASTIC! I can’t wait to see more!!!
Your wedding was stupendous - and Julio & I are so proud to have been a part of it. It was a perfect evening - at beautiful venues - and everything was elegant and FUN! Brandon and Brit are too cute - and these pictures capture the joy and love that you guys share.
WE LOVE the Talbot family - great people that we are honored to call friends. I am sure that Brandon’s family is just as wonderful - and I hope there will be MANY more happy occasions to celebrate.
Happy New Year - to a beautiful couple - and fantastic families! It was the best new year’s eve party - EVER!!!
Robin & Julio
John,
We can not thank you enough - you were amazing to work with! Our family and friends agree that you were a pleasure and will be highly recommended. THANK YOU!
Flowers: Richard Remiard Event Design
Band: Lynne Jordan and the Shivers
Cake: Bennison’s Bakery
Caterer: Limelight
~Brandon & Brittany
it was a fabulous event, more so, because it was new year’s eve. my favorite event
was when the couple was singing the song together at the piano. that’s when i knew this was a special event and i could feel “the love”. the evanston women’s club was a cozy and well situated. i loved the two story feel. the room was beautiful and the flowers were fab. food great, band great, people great. lucky to be invited. love, the happy hutchins
Just loved the wedding and all the festivities! Church was beautiful and the WC of E was wonderful setting! New Year’s Eve is special for us too! Best picture was Britt and Brandon embracing in front of the WC of E in the snow! WOW! -movie star material!
Congrats to all on a fabulous wedding and celebration for a special bride and groom! Thank you for including us! All our best…forever and ever…Chuck and Suzanne