J & E
We can't wait to see you!
We've put together everything you might need to join us for our big weekend. Take a look around and please reach out if you have any questions.
Weekend Details
Welcome Drinks
Upstairs at Formento's
Kick off the weekend with some light appetizers and drinks at Formento's in West Loop.
Locations
Attire
Welcome Drinks
Dressy Casual
For Gentlemen: Dark denim or slacks and button-downs encouraged.
For Ladies: Skirts or short/midi dresses are welcome.
Wedding Day
Black Tie Encouraged
For Gentlemen: We'd love to see you in a tux if you have one, but a dark suit is also great.
For Ladies: Ankle or floor length dresses are preferred. Darker or autumn-inspired colors encouraged.
Chicago in November can be a bit chilly. While the weekend's events will be indoors/heated, please keep this in mind!
Travel
Accommodations
The Emily Hotel
We have a room block for our guests at The Emily Hotel, a stylish boutique hotel just steps from our venue in the heart of Fulton Market.
Reserve Your RoomIf The Emily does not suit your needs, we recommend checking out the following hotels in the area:
Getting Around
Airports
Our venue is accessible from both O'Hare and Midway airports.
Rideshare
Parking is limited in Fulton Market. Ubers and Lyfts are widely available throughout the city.
Public Transit
Our venue is a 12 minute walk from the Blue Line Grand Station (to/from O'Hare) and a 3 minute walk to the Green/Pink Lines Morgan Station (to/from downtown).
Registry
Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all. If you wish to honor us with something more, we've put together a small registry below.
Local Recommendations
If you find yourself with some extra time, here are some of our favorite things to do, to eat, and to drink around West Loop/Fulton Market.
Tilly Bagel Shop
Check out the bagel shop that gave us the name idea for our beloved cat, Tilly.
Move Along Coffee
This walk-up coffee shop has some of our favorite coffee and pastries in the city.
International McDonald's
If you know Jack you know he loves McDonald's, and this is a special location with rotating international menu items.
Guinness Open Gate Brewery
If you're looking to grab a pint before the festivities begin, Guinness has a brewery location in West Loop modeled after their Dublin location (which Jack & Evelyn visited in 2023!)
Gallery
See you soon,
Jack & Evelyn