An Intimate City Elopement

Jasmine and Martina shared a beautiful and intimate ceremony with one another. It was a gorgeous sunny December day, not common for Chicago winters, with clear blue skies and moderate temps.

Intimate, Tiny Weddings, Unique, Urban, Real Wedding, LGBTQ+, Elopement, Downtown, Chicago, Bridal FashionMichelle CoxApril 26, 2022redwood + sage, pwr beauty bar, the wit hotel

Michigan Sand Dunes Elopement

Two lovers meet on the Michigan sand dunes for an intimate elopement at sunset. It was a very windy day that made for some of the best candid photos.

Styled Shoot, Beach, Casual, Creative, Elopement, Dance, Unique, Summer, Sexy, Outdoors, Natural light, IntimateMichelle CoxApril 12, 2022nichole babiez photography, Studio Wilde Floral, Wedding Gowns by Daci, Leah Nicole Bridal, Aislinn Timmons Photography

6 Tips for Getting Married at City Hall in Chicago

UPDATED WITH COVID-19 INFO.
Planning on getting married at Chicago’s City Hall? Don’t go before reading this…

City Hall, Courthouse, Curator - Photography, Downtown, Elopement, tiny wedding, Wedding Tips, micro wedding, Tips & TricksLisa KathanJanuary 6, 2022Chicago Marriage Court Lisa Kathan Photography, City Hall

Modern Chicago Elopement at Eden

With a big celebration planned for 2022, Dylan and Jeff made their marriage official this past October with a Modern Chicago elopement at Eden.

Boho, Chic, Elopement, Fall, Modern, RomanticAlyssa CarfangMay 20, 2021Eden ChicagoWe Are The Bowsers, Eden in Chicago, Shannon O'Brien Makeup Artist, Rhona Kane Hair

Quaint Downtown Chicago Elopement

This quaint downtown Chicago elopement is proof that love is the only thing needed to make your wedding day the best. day. ever!

Chicago, Downtown, Intimate, Elopement, CourthouseAlyssa CarfangApril 5, 2021Cook County CourthouseBridgette Benson Photography, Salon 212, Bri'Zan Couture

The Best Venues for Under 50 Guests

NEWLY UPDATED! One of the biggest trends is the scaled back wedding, but venues for smaller weddings can be hard to find. Read about some of the top spots in the Chicago area for small weddings.

Wintertime City Hall Elopement with Photos at The Freehand

If you’re getting married at City Hall, you’ll definitely want to check out Amanda and Ryan’s day to find out how to take your marriage court ceremony next level.

Moroccan Meets European Vintage at Beatnik

Styles fused together for this Moroccan meets European vintage wedding inspiration and we’re obsessed with the outcome!

Intimate Winter Elopement with Portraits at the Chicago Cultural Center

Cue the cuteness!! Celeste and Marcos, a beautiful couple who met in Brazil, decided to tie the knot with an intimate winter elopement in the city.

Chicago Cultural Center, City Hall, Elopement, Downtown, Real Wedding, RomanticAlyssa CarfangFebruary 1, 2021Chicago Cultural CenterCreative M Weddings, chicago cultural center

Chicago Cubs Themed Minimony Elopement at Hotel Zachary

Consider today’s wedding day a home run because these two brides really knocked it out of the park!

Blue, Elopement, Real Wedding, Red, HotelAlyssa CarfangJanuary 28, 2021Hotel Zacharyee photography, Hotel Zachary, Watters, Amy Beck Cake Design, Hair Squared, Four Star Event Catering, Jewelry by Garo, Converse, Vans

City Hall Elopement with Beautiful City Portraits

On a beautiful fall day, Rempel Photography headed to City Hall to capture the elopement of this beautiful couple followed by the prettiest city portraits.

City Hall, Classic, Covid, COVID-19, Elopement, Real WeddingAlyssa CarfangJanuary 27, 2021City HallRempel Photography, City Hall

Brandi & David's City Hall Elopement

So many couples rearranged their wedding plans during the COVID pandemic and were married at Chicago’s City Hall. Take a peek at Brandi & David’s sweet day this past October.

Elopement at the Old Post Office in Chicago

Veronica and Dom had originally planned to be wed in October in Belfast, Ireland…but COVID had other plans. So they did what so many other 2020 couples did: they kept their date and eloped at a spectacular venue, The Old Post Office.

Chad & Michael's COVID Courthouse Wedding

This intimate city hall wedding had big style and sweet moments!

Chic, City Hall, Courthouse, COVID-19, Elopement, Modern, Real Wedding, Tiny Weddings, UniqueAlyssa CarfangDecember 31, 2020Chicago City hallmeredith donnelly photography, city hall, Youth and Yarrow, j&l catering

Urban Chic Elopement at Exclusive Rooftop Bar, Navy Pier Chicago

Intimate and sweet, you’re sure to fall in love with Jessica and Aaron’s elopement!

Elopement, Elegant, Chic, Luxury, Modern, Rooftop, SummerAlyssa CarfangDecember 2, 2020Offshore chicagoJoshua Harrison Photography, RMP Chicago Events, Offshore Chicago, Kimpton Hotel Allegro Chicago, Luci Floral Design, Crystal Garden, Hello Molly, Bella Bella Shoes

Boho Elopement Styled Shoot with Blossom the Bus

This boho elopement styled shoot is here to inspire couples and showcase how pretty small wedding can be!

Boho, Elopement, Intimate, Styled Shoot, Wedding InspirationAlyssa CarfangNovember 20, 2020Lake in the HillsB&B Photography, Blossom the Bus, Sew Trendy, Zahadita, Hairdressing & Makeup Couture by Tanya

12 Indoor Locations for Your Tiny Wedding!

Cold weather in Chicago is fast-approaching, and if you’re planning to get married this winter — and we recommend keeping your party to 10 people are less for indoor ceremonies — your options are more limited in a pandemic. But here are a few creative options!

Intimate Round Lake, Illinois Elopement

After their Washington wedding plans got thrown for a loop, Isabel and Peter opted for an intimate elopement. Click to see how it all came together!

Backyard, Elopement, Intimate, Real WeddingAlyssa CarfangOctober 19, 2020Winterlyn Photography, Henry Hampton Floral, Tea Pot Brew Bakery, BHLDN, Indochino

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