Classic and Romantic Chicago Wedding at The Drake Hotel

Elegance surrounded Valentina and Kevin’s classic and romantic Chicago wedding at The Drake Hotel.

Art Deco, Glamorous, LuxuryAlyssa CarfangApril 17, 2020The Drake HotelJulia Franzosa Photography, The Drake Hotel, Juliet Tan Floral Design, liancarlo, HUGO BOSS, Shannon O'Brien Makeup Artist, cake chicago, spirited weddings

Green Urban Chicago Wedding

One part elegant with greenery, the other part blending industrial grit with glam, Sarah and Andy’s Chicago wedding is a stunner!

Pops of Burgundy Saddle and Cycle Club Wedding

Opting for a timeless soiree, Maura and Charlie blended classic elements with pops of burgundy for their wedding day at the Saddle and Cycle Club.

Classic, Elegant, Country Club, Real Wedding, Romantic, BurgundyAlyssa CarfangMarch 16, 2020Julia Franzosa Photography, Saddle and Cycle Club, Smitten Boutique, Four Finches, Romona Keveza, Jenny Yoo, Sam Edelman, Alex Brown Hair, Bonobos, Sweet Mandy B's, David Rothstein Music, Turning Point Cinema

2019 Best Dressed Wedding Parties

To wrap up our fashion favorites of the year, we’re sharing the top wedding party looks that caught our eye! Click to see some of the most stylish groups of 2019!

Bridal Fashion, Wedding Inspiration, Bridesmaid DressesAlyssa CarfangDecember 19, 2019chicagoRaegan Lintner Photography, Katie Brsan Photography, Elite Photo, Hello Love Photography, Julia Franzosa Photography, Candice C Cusic Photography, Geneva Boyett Photography, Mark Romine Photography, Emilia Jane Photography

2019 Best Dressed Grooms

The wedding day often revolves around bridal fashion, but don’t worry grooms! Your trendy looks haven’t gone unnoticed!

Classic, Colorful, Groom, ModernAlyssa CarfangDecember 12, 2019chicagoHello Love Photography, Inspired Eye Photography, Julia Franzosa Photography, Elite Photo, The Adamkovi

2019 Best Dressed Brides

We’re rounding up our favorite dress designs and bridal looks of the year! Click to see our favorites!

Wedding Dress, Best Dressed, Bridal FashionAlyssa CarfangDecember 5, 2019Emilia Jane Photography, Pnina Tornai, The Adamkovi, Studio This Is, Anne Barge, Julia Franzosa Photography, Meg Adamik Creative, Jenny Yoo, Windy City Productions, Inspired Eye Photography, Candice C Cusic Photography, Vera Wang, Mindy Leigh Photography, Jason Kaczorowski Photography, the still life

Vibrant Chicago Wedding

One part breathtakingly romantic, the other part colorfully whimsical, is the perfect way to describe this wedding day! Click to see all the upbeat details!

Romantic Chicago Fall Wedding at Union League Club of Chicago

Elegant decor, an atmosphere was filled with love, and a dance floor full of laughter, see all of Maggie and Steve’s best wedding day moments!

Historic, Natural light, Romantic, FallAlyssa CarfangJune 28, 2019Julia Franzosa Photography, Union League Club of Chicago, St. James Chapel, Four Finches, Yellow Bird, Bittersweet Pastry, Salon 1800, Jen Flynn Beauty, Anne Barge, BHLDN, Michael Kors, Sarlas Music, Big City BrideComment

Romantic Shore Acres Country Club Wedding

It all started with a LinkedIn date… and the rest is history! Click here to see Casey and Charlie’s beautiful wedding day at Shore Acres Country Club!

Country Club, Glamorous, Traditional, SummerAlyssa CarfangMay 31, 2019Julia Franzosa Photography, shore acres country club, kenliworth union church, ceciel's flowers, william arthur invitations, custom hair lounge, bridal by aga, romana keveza, Trunk Club, Turning Point Cinema

Michelle & Tom's Classic + Timeless Chicago Ballroom Wedding

Michelle and Tom’s timeless Ballroom wedding proves that classic wedding details and decor will never go out of style! Click here to get inspired!

Art Institute, Ballroom, Elegant, GlamorousAlyssa CarfangMay 3, 2019Julia Franzosa Photography, St. Michael Old Town, Art Institute of Chicago, Town and Country Gardens, Invitations by Design, Makeup by Elisa Inc, Pronovias, Food For Thought, Beautiful Cakes Chicago, Bluewater Kings Band, fortyONE films

Romantic Chicago Winter Wedding with Christmas Colors: Elle & Tom

Hunter green with jewel toned florals, this winter wedding defines romantic! You’re going to want to see all these stunning details!

Ballroom, Bright, Classic, Traditional, ChristmasAlyssa CarfangApril 15, 2019Julia Franzosa Photography, Lindsay Green Weddings and Events, Holy Family Church, Local 399 Union Hall, Steve's Flower Market, Tranquility Salon, Holly Carey Beauty, Allure Couture, The Black Tux, Jewell Events Catering, Alliance Bakery, Toast & Jam, ShanPage Productions

Catherine and Sebastien's Classically Styled Wedding

Greenery, sunshine, and smiling Labradors! Yes, please! We are flashing back to this gorgeous spring wedding to give you a little sunshine on this gloomy day!

Black Tie Optional, Ballroom, Champagne, WhiteNicole FaulsJanuary 24, 2019Fourth Presbyterian Church, Park Hyatt, JDetailed Events Inc., Julia Franzosa Photography, Mike Varel Weddings, Elysia Root Cakes, Paper Source, Stems, Men's Wearhouse, Vera Wang, Ultimate Bride Boutique, Monique LhuillierComment

Clara & Nicola's Black Tie Wedding Affair

This multicultural wedding celebrated the Groom’s Serbian Heritage with some of the most gorgeous details at Audubon Hall.

Blog, Bold, Black Tie Optional, Real Wedding, Multicultural, Serbian, Independence GroveNicole FaulsDecember 17, 2018Indepence Grove, Julia Franzosa Photography, Flowers for Dreams, Oak Mill Bakery, Catering by Michaels, Paper Source, HUGO BOSS, Carolina Herrera, Adriana AudeComment

Courtney & Rory's Romantic Evergreen Wedding Day

Come see inside this gorgeous ceremony at Old St. Pat’s church and stunning reception at The Standard Club!

Casey & Thomas' Elegant Navy County Club Wedding Day

This wedding is overflowing with candles, driftwood and floral-filled navy and white ceramic centerpieces and a custom wedding gown you can’t miss!

Lindsay & Mike's Gunmetal and Berry Wedding Day

Berry colored flowers, gunmetal and gold accents -we have a crush on this real wedding!

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