If we had to grade the wedding for these two teachers, it’d be an A+++! Jess and Mark’s modern Greenhouse Loft wedding is a look we can’t help, but gravitate towards.

Punjabi & Gujarati Fusion Wedding filled with Traditions

With their roots deep into their religions, Karishma and Sunny wanted to blend together their cultures for their Punjabi and Gujarati fusion wedding.

Colorful, Cultural, Fall, Multicultural, Real WeddingAlyssa CarfangMay 17, 2021Soda Fountain Photography, Paragon Films, Shaadi Creations, Ashyana Banquets, Venuti's, The Paperie by Aman, Dream Events by Sonya, Chicago Pastry, Frontier Raas, Dollhouse Chicago

Stylish & Chic Wedding at The Westin O'Hare

“Every single part of their wedding was unique, creative classic and one to be admired.”

Chic, Chicago, Cultural, Elegant, Real WeddingAlyssa CarfangMay 13, 2021The Westin O'HareLeCape Weddings, Westin O'Hare, I Do Weddings, Do It All Entertainment, Prestige Wedding Decor, Oh My Floral, Diem Angie Co., Makeup by Darshi

Sweet Summer Wedding Celebration in the City

There’s something about intimate weddings that just ups the level of romance!

Chicago, Garden, Intimate, Modern, Real Wedding, SummerAlyssa CarfangMay 7, 2021River RoastAshland Addison Florist Co, North Rose Garden, Buckingham Fountain, River Roast, the simply elegant group, Kiss This Makeup

A Romantic Wedding at The Lighthouse Restaurant in Cedar Lake, Indiana

Just a little outside of the city, Elizabeth and Jeremiah tied the knot at The Lighthouse Restaurant in Cedar Lake, Indiana.

Classic, lakeside, Modern, Outdoors, Real Wedding, RomanticAlyssa CarfangApril 27, 2021victoria rayburn photography, The Lighthouse, Something Blue Bridal, MADEYABLUSH Bridal, Dunhill Tuxedos, Azazie, XXVII Events, Zola

We Gave Away A Wedding! With ECBG Cake Studio & Fierce Productions!

What do you do when the world is crashing down around you? You give away a wedding to a couple in need, DUH!

Post City Hall Summer Wedding Photo Session

This sweet summer day is the perfect reflection of what it takes to make a wedding beautiful.

Courthouse, Downtown, Intimate, Real Wedding, SummerAlyssa CarfangApril 19, 2021Madi Ellis Photography, Steve's Flower Market, The Bird's Nest Salon, Brilliant Earth, Calvin Klein, Bonobos

Intimate Vintage Wedding with Something Borrowed Wedding Dress

Although this wedding at Blumen Gardens was small, the moments were certainly bigger than you could ever imagine!

Garden, Intimate, Real Wedding, Vintage, Wedding DressAlyssa CarfangApril 12, 2021Blumen GardensExpedition Joy, Blumen Gardens

Multicultural Colorful Wedding in Chicago

Neela and Nathan had a weekend filled of festivities that included a Hindu ceremony at The Rookery and a western wedding at the Chicago Botanic Garden!

Film Photography, Garden, Glamorous, Luxury, Multicultural, Real Wedding, SummerAlyssa CarfangApril 8, 2021Chicago Botanic Gardenbonphotage, Chicago Botanic Garden, The Rookery, BHLDN, Jim Perona, Appease 2 You, Do-Rite Donuts, Alliance Bakery

A Pretty Intimate Wedding on a Cold Winter Day

Small, but BEAUTIFUL! This wedding is proof of how gorgeous winter weddings can be…no matter the size!

COVID-19, Edgy, Burgundy, Modern, Real Wedding, Romantic, tiny wedding, WinterAlyssa CarfangMarch 30, 2021Millennium Moments, 223 Main Street Events

Intimate Church Ceremony & Chicago Rooftop Dinner for Two

An intimate ceremony and a rooftop dinner for two? Yes please!

COVID-19, Intimate, Modern, Real Wedding, Romantic, tiny weddingAlyssa CarfangMarch 26, 2021The Gwen HotelArtbelka Photography, the simply elegant group, St. Vincent de Paul Parish, The Gwen Hotel, Kate Johnson Artistry, BHLDN, Thistle & Plume, Windy City Limo

Elegant Wedding at the InterContinental Chicago

Timeless with no lack of style, Wes and Melanie’s elegant wedding at the InterContinental Chicago is right up our alley!

Ballroom, Classic, Elegant, Fall, Real Wedding, RomanticAlyssa CarfangMarch 25, 2021Intercontinental ChicagoDaniela Cardili Photography, InterContinental Hotel, Clementine Custom Events, Stemline Creative, cake chicago, Zano Salons, Aria Films, Dream House Productions, Second City Trolley

Vintage Themed Wedding at The Lincoln Park Zoo

It’s so secret that heirlooms make for a timeless wedding day. See how Veronica and Pete infused these details into their vintage themed wedding!

Whimsical Fall Wedding at Emerson Creek

We’ve seen a lot of pretty fall weddings, but we haven’t seen one quite like Saige and Jon’s whimsical fall wedding at Emerson Creek!

Elegant, Fall, Modern, Real Wedding, Romantic, WhimsicalAlyssa CarfangMarch 16, 2021Emerson CreekRachel Mae Photography, Emerson Creek, Stemming From Love, Patty McGuire Hair & Makeup Artists, Alice in Ivory Bridal Boutique

Romantic Fall Wedding with a Simplistic Touch at The Standard

A rooftop first look, simple and sophisticated details, and one absolutely gorgeous day, Emma and Jake’s romantic fall wedding at The Standard blends modernity and romance in the best of ways!

Classic, Elegant, Fall, Minimalist, Real Wedding, RomanticAlyssa CarfangMarch 15, 2021The StandardExpedition Joy, The Standard, Event Floral, Arch Apothecary, Nothing Bundt Cakes, BHLDN, Abreo, Max Dyer, The Black Tux, Frank Slow Films

Stylish Micro Wedding at the Glessner House

If you LOVE a fashionable wedding with magazine worthy looks, then you are going to fall head over heels for QuoVadis and Ariel’s stylish micro wedding!

Backyard, Chic, Creative, Fall, Modern, Real Wedding, Romantic, OutdoorsAlyssa CarfangMarch 5, 2021Glessner HouseM28 Photography, Glessner House, CRW Events, Nicki Rouge, Brittney Kee Floral Design, Chicago Film Company, Viero Bridal, SuReina Bridal

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.

Warm September Wedding at Company 251

Modern, sweet, and perfectly fall, Noa and Nick’s warm September wedding at Company 251 is so romantic!

Chic, Colorful, COVID-19, Elegant, Fall, Intimate, micro wedding, Real Wedding, RomanticAlyssa CarfangFebruary 26, 2021Company 251We Are The Bowsers, Company 251, Bou K Bridal, Moveable Feast

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