Be it the sunlight, setting, or playfulness, Cristen and Robert’s romantic late summer engagement session is like a breathe of fresh air!

Casual, Engagement, Outdoors, Romantic, SummerAlyssa CarfangJune 4, 2021Bridgette Benson Photography

Snowy Chicago Engagement Session

The weather may be warming up, but this snowy Chicago engagement session is really bringing the heat!

Chicago, Downtown, Winter, RomanticAlyssa CarfangMay 21, 2021Emma Mullins Photography

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

Enchanted Cosmos Inspired Styled Shoot

If you love a good celestial moment, then prepare yourself for what’s about to come your way!

Blue, Creative, Gold, Industrial, Modern, Romantic, Styled ShootAlyssa CarfangApril 29, 2021Artifact EventsLauren Lucile Creative, Artifact Events, Bubbly Events, Florist & Hound Design, Spencer Trygve Cakes, Delaina J Doshi, Lola Valentina, Hi Jacqueline, Rare Bird Beauties, Belle Bridal Atelier

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!

Beautiful Evanston Engagement Session

Fun and flirty, we are absolutely smitten with Jessica and Cameron’s beautiful Evanston engagement session.

Beach, Chicago, Engagement, Evanston, RomanticAlyssa CarfangApril 9, 2021Whisper & Wind, Joy Jones Planning

Sunny Botanic Garden Engagement Session

Fun, flirty, and playful this sunny botanic garden engagement session is a dream!

Casual, Elegant, Garden, Engagement, RomanticAlyssa CarfangApril 2, 2021Chicago Botanic GardenDana Bell Photography

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

Romantic Golden Hour Engagement Session in Lincoln Park

Fun-loving and incredibly sweet, this romantic golden hour engagement session is sure to inspire!

Bright, Casual, Garden, Luxury, Engagement, RomanticAlyssa CarfangMarch 29, 2021Lincoln ParkJoshua Harrison Photography, Lincoln Park Nature Boardwalk, Kristin Coffin Jewelry

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

Romantic Rooftop Proposal at LondonHouse Chicago

You’re going to fall in love with Carlos and Stephanie’s romantic rooftop proposal at LondonHouse Chicago!

Proposal, Romantic, RooftopAlyssa CarfangMarch 11, 2021LondonHouse ChicagoRoy Serafin Photo Company, London House Chicago

Vibrant Spring Vintage and Nature Inspired St. Charles Styled Shoot

Pops of pink, pretty blooms, outdoor decor displays and more! We are living for these spring vibes!

Bright, Creative, Outdoors, Romantic, Spring, Styled ShootAlyssa CarfangMarch 8, 2021Creek Bend Nature CenterExpedition Joy, Creek Bend Nature Center, Flowers by Debi Barone, Lauren Nelson, EK Cakery, Forget Me Knot Rentals, Barista, essence of australia, Crystal Bride, Heritage Creative Co., Illumination Custom Designs

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

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