Girl Crush - Lauren Staley & Nicole Speake, Owners of Nico & Lala

From custom wedding invitations to event branding, the fabulous duo behind Nico and Lala can literally bring any wedding or party idea to life! Take a peek below at some of Nicole and Lauren’s hilarious answers and be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!

1. What’s on your…bar cart: Nico: Champagne! We love a reason to celebrate, and champagne is just one of those things that makes you feel fancy!

2. Ideal dinner party guest list: Lala: Chelsea Handler, Andy Cohen and JT. Is that weird?

3. Sh*t List:Nico: This Chicago winter is on my shit list!! I’m pretty sure the groundhog lied.

4. Coffee Table Staple: Nico: Candles! They just make you feel relaxed after a long day. We’re slightly obsessed with the Bath and Body Work Candles. Try ‘em.

5. Can’t Live Without Apps:Nico: Instagram and Uber.. Uber makes not having a car in the city, so much easier!

6. Bucket List:Lala: To be featured in Martha Stewart Weddings. It’ll happen one day!!

7. Pinterest Board:Nico: Most of our work is for weddings, so we pin new things constantly to our Wedding Bells board!

8. Spotify Playlist:Lala: I listen to Spotify radio mostly..Country or Mumford!

9. Screen Saver: Nico: I actually don’t have a screen saver…Maybe I should design myself something?! I have so many windows up at all times it would never be seen! Sad, right?!

10. On Your Nightstand:Lala: Architectural Digest, the spring J.Crew Catalog, InStyle and my devotional.

11. Go-To Chicago Restaurant: Nico: RPM Italian.. the food, wine and atmosphere, I love everything about this place! The burssel sprout salad is just divine.

12. Can’t Live Without: Lala: Starbucks, my iPhone, cheese and red wine.

13. Neighborhood: Nico: Old Town!

14. Must-Stop Shop:Lala: Art Effect in Lincoln Park! They have the most unique gifts, clothes, and jewelry. It’s amazing and one of those places you can find something for everyone.

15. Wardrobe Stable: Nico: My Tory Burch black flats.. They’re classic and comfortable…And they go with everything!

16. Favorite Beauty Products: Lala: Benefit’s “Hello Flawless” and “They’re Real” Mascara. I’m blonde and basically have clear eye lashes, so the mascara changed my life..Oh, and lip gloss.

17. Must-Have Accessory: Nico: Scarves! No matter if it’s winter or summer, they can change up an outfit in seconds.

19. One thing you’re looking forward to this summer: Nico: Cocktails on rooftops and patios! This winter has been so drab, I cannot wait to lose the puffer and put on a sundress!

20. Must-Have Item For The Perfect Soiree: Lala: It’s all about the invitation. it sets the tone and then all the other details fall into place!