Abigal and Dan eloped in a beautiful private ceremony at the historic Chicago Athletic Association Hotel in downtown Chicago. They got ready together in the Millennium Park Suite along with their pup.

Real Wedding, Elopement, Intimate, Dog, Downtown, Hotel, Chicago, Christmas, HolidaysMichelle CoxOctober 11, 2022Chicago Athletic Association Iron & Honey, Chicago Athletic Association, Jane Pope Jewelry, Jimmy Choo

Celebrating Our Wedding Day One Year Later

How do you even begin to write about your OWN wedding day?! Today Erin with ECBG Cake Studio shares her wedding day last year.

Grant Park Rose Garden Elopement

Jess and Matt tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Grant Park with their immediate families present. Jessika got ready at their South Loop home, while Matthew was at The Ritz-Carlton.

Real Wedding, Intimate, Elopement, ChicagoMichelle CoxOctober 3, 2022Grant ParkEmma Mullins Photography, Grant Park Rose Garden, The Ritz Carlton, Samandra Diaz, White by Vera Wang, LK Bennett, Express, Steve's Flower Market, Priscilla's Hair Salon, John Buechner Jewelry, Italian Village

High School Sweethearts Chicago Wedding

When high school sweethearts get married in Chicago, they have to make a stop at their alma mater for pictures and to walk down memory lane.

Chic Chicago Wedding with Dramatic Rooftop First Look

Nicky and Ben's wedding day was a classic Chicago celebration, through and through! From a skyline first look to a Lou Malnati’s pizza instead of a cake, this is definitely one for the books!!

Chicago Surprise Proposal | The Robey Chicago

Today we are sharing this surprise proposal at The Robey Hotel captured by Winterlyn Photography.

Proposal, Chicago, Hotel, Natural light, RomanticNicole FaulsSeptember 23, 2022The RobeyWinterlyn Photography, The Robey

Vibrant Spring Beatnik Wedding

Molly + Sam were intentional and deliberate about the moments they wanted to create on their wedding day from a petal toss church exit to a reception entrance champagne tower.

Real Wedding, Colorful, Chicago, Champagne, Unique, Spring, Romantic, RestaurantMichelle CoxSeptember 19, 2022BeatnikSarah Jane Bradley Photography, Beatnik West Town, Camille Victoria Weddings

Chicago City Hall Wedding

Micah + Simon met during the pandemic and decided that they couldn't live without each other! They got married at city hall during one of the *hottest* days of the year.

Real Wedding, Intimate, City Hall, Chicago, Downtown, PandemicNicole FaulsSeptember 16, 2022Chicago city hallMadi Ellis Photography

Stylish and Sweet Chicago Engagement Session

When Baylee and Michael dreamt about their engagement session, they wanted photos that captured their love for Chicago, and for each other.

Multicultural Wedding in Chicago {Part 2}

Remember the Multicultural Wedding in Chicago we shared a couple days ago? Well today is part 2! Sam and Kelsey chose to represent their love with two wedding ceremonies - a Hindu ceremony and a modern American ceremony.

Real Wedding, Multicultural, Chicago, Decor, Downtown, Elegant, Glamorous, GoldMichelle CoxSeptember 12, 2022The GeraghtyLeCape Weddings, Kehoe Designs, The Geraghty, Sabrina Hans Events, Food For Thought, Ramsay Ramirez, Dori Mae Makeup and Hair, BeatMix

Multicultural Wedding in Chicago

This couple choose to do two beautiful wedding ceremonies, one a Hindu ceremony and the other a modern American ceremony. This post is showcasing the Hindu ceremony and the related traditions that precede and follow that. Stay tuned for part two!

Real Wedding, Multicultural, Traditional, Hindu, ChicagoNicole FaulsSeptember 9, 2022The GeraghtyLeCape Weddings, Kehoe Designs, The Geraghty, Sabrina Hans Events, Food For Thought, Ramsay Ramirez, Dori Mae Makeup and Hair, BeatMix

Ovation Chicago Offbeat Wedding

Jake and Ellen are the coolest and their Ovation Chicago offbeat wedding was perfect. They love music and The Big Lebowski and have impeccable style.

City View Loft Wedding

With so many wonderful personal touches from Lego couples to crowns at their wedding alter, we are reminded that each couple should make a wedding day completely unique to you and your relationship with your partner.

Real Wedding, Chicago, Unique, Loft, DowntownNicole FaulsAugust 29, 2022city view loftZach Caddy, Mayfield Flowers, LM Restaurant Group, Fig Media, Wolsfelt's Bridal, City View Loft

Spring Downtown Chicago Wedding

Kailin and Winston’s spring downtown Chicago wedding may have been two years later than expected, but it turned out to be a perfect day in the city for their wedding.

Real Wedding, Downtown, Chicago, Loop, Natural light, Romantic, SpringMichelle CoxAugust 26, 2022Karen Shoufler, shh Events, Second Presbyterian Church, Row 24, Luke Overstreet, Flowers for Dreams, Shannon Marie Bridal, Bridal Boutique by New Name, Minted, City BBQ, Suit Shop

Springtime Engagement Session

This couple decided to plan a springtime engagement session in downtown Chicago. They are filled with joy and endless giggles in each other's arms.

Engagement, Chicago, Spring, Colorful, Downtown, Natural lightMichelle CoxAugust 23, 2022alison leigh photography

Modern Urban English Garden Wedding in Chicago

When we first saw this wedding via Instagram our hearts stopped because it is just so beautiful from start to finish. We found a way to contact the bride and she graciously allowed us to not only feature this lovely day but she also answered some questions for us, sharing her wedding day experience and love story.

Digging Deep at The Arbory with Karen Taeyaerts - A WIPA Chicago event

Check out this recent WIPA event at The Arbory. WIPA stands for Wedding International Professional Association, and the Chicago chapter is one with some of the most impactful, influential, and talented vendors in the whole city.

Networking, Event, WIPA, Vendor, Warehouse, Modern, Industrial, Chic, ChicagoMichelle CoxAugust 17, 2022ECBG Cake Studio, WIPA, Fig Media, The Arbory, LullaBelle Design, Kehoe Designs, Entertaining Company, Karen TaeYaerts

Spring Lincoln Park Engagement Session

Springtime in Lincoln Park, Chicago is breathtaking! Enjoy this gorgeous engagement session in Lincoln Park.

Engagement, Chicago, Park, Nature, Natural lightMichelle CoxAugust 16, 2022Lincoln Park BoardwalkWinterlyn Photography, Lincoln Park Nature Boardwalk

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