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

Classy Wedding at The Kimpton Gray Hotel

Today we are so excited to share Jessica and Cameron’s gorgeous wedding. Chicago summer weddings are always memorable and this one does not disappoint.

Chicago, Classic, Downtown, Elegant, Hotel, Real Wedding, SummerMichelle CoxApril 1, 2022The Kimpton Gray HotelWhisper & Wind, The Kimpton Gray Hotel, Joy Jones Planning, BK Florals, Chicago Event Drapery, DJ Mike P, Windy City Linen, Marquee Rentals

Golden Hour Engagement Session in Chicago

Christian and Mark lucked out with a perfect summer evening for their engagement session - a warm sun, slight breeze coming off the lake and gentle golden light helped make these two beauties even more radiant.

Beach, Chicago Park District, Engagement, Lake Front, Lincoln Park, Romantic, Summer, UrbanNicole FaulsMarch 29, 2022Maura Black Photography

Summer Wedding in Illinois

Grace and Fabian had a gorgeous August wedding day, with no major heat waves - just a breezy Sunday and 75. For a midwestern August, that sounds like perfection!

Real Wedding, Summer, Traditional, Bright, Church, Cultural, KoreanMichelle CoxMarch 18, 2022nichole babiez photography, pinstripes, dantela bridal couture, spier & mackay, Lovin Oven Cakery, I Love Photo Booth

County Line Orchard Wedding

By the time Mike and Rachel’s wedding day arrived, they had gone through plan A, plan B, plan C and quite honestly were probably at plan P! This couple was forced to delay their wedding for a full year due to COVID, there were flash flood warnings on their wedding day, and tornado sirens went off during their ceremony!

Outdoors, Orchard, Real Wedding, Summer, Natural light, NatureMichelle Cox-VergaraMarch 8, 2022victoria rayburn photography, st marys catholic church, county line orchard, Luniks Entertainment, dustin hibbler photo and video, jonnas catering, designer desserts, purple door bridal boutique, Davids Bridal, Louie's Tux Shop, Vista Print, albert's jewelers

Romantic Summer Wedding at Providence Vineyard

All the fairytale wedding vibes are here with Emily and Milan’s wedding photos! This romantic summer wedding was a dream at Providence Vineyard.

Colorful Country Wedding at Emerson Creek

Together for over 6 years, Maggie and Danny started dating in their junior year of high school. They have always been a fun loving couple and the way Danny proposed was no different - He asked Maddie to marry him in their apartment after a fun day out in Chicago, right before we were about to start a movie! SURPRISE!

Bright, Outdoors, Real Wedding, Summer, Colorful, Country, NatureMichelle CoxFebruary 18, 2022Grace Rios Photography, Emerson Creek, gather, Patty McGuire Hair & Makeup Artists, Bridal Elegance, Maggie Sottero

A Romantic Salvage One Wedding

Lauren and Alex had a perfect July day for their wedding at Salvage One. For them, a highlight from the day was getting ready in the same space (both in adjoining hotel suite and rooms at Salvage One) with their bridal parties.

West Loop, Summer, Real Wedding, LGBTQ+, Industrial, ChicagoMichelle CoxFebruary 8, 2022Essi Photography, Salvage One, Hair and Body Shoppe, Hearty Boys, Milk Majer

Adorably Sweet Summer Wedding

Liza and Jacob’s wedding day was the perfect mix of timeless and modern. Click to see this sweet summer celebration!

Classic, Real Wedding, Romantic, SummerAlyssa CarfangJune 23, 2021Old Post Office PlazaDaniela Cardili Photography, Old Post Office, DayLily Events, Bianca Sansosti, Flowers for Dreams, Calla Blanche, The Black Tux, The Music City Sound

Romantic Late Summer Engagement Session

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

Formal Chicago Summer Engagement Session

Have you ever looked at a photo and instantly felt such joy? That’s exactly how we felt after looking at engagement photos!

Chicago, Cultural, Downtown, Engagement, SummerAlyssa CarfangMay 28, 2021Emma Mullins Photography

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

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

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

Romantic Industrial Summer Wedding Filled with Peonies

Is there anything better than a pretty pink peony wedding during a warm summer day? We think not!

Industrial, Modern, Real Wedding, Romantic, Summer, FloralsAlyssa CarfangFebruary 15, 2021Blumen GardensExpedition Joy, Blumen Gardens, Bloom & Branch, LT Bridal and Beauty, The Noble Cakery, Nat's on Maple, The Crystal Bride, essence of australia

Intimate Summer Wedding with Pretty Colors

If you love vivid colors, pretty florals, and beautiful portraits then you’re going to love Mary and Rafael’s big day!

Bright, Chicago, Elegant, Intimate, Real Wedding, Romantic, SummerAlyssa CarfangFebruary 12, 2021Husar Photography, the simply elegant group, BeatMix, Fretless Music, Steve's Flower Market, Rare Bird Beauties, Sweet Mandy B's, Old North Film Company

Romantic Intimate Wedding at a Coffee Shop

Two incredibly heartwarming first looks, an emotional ceremony, and a grand exit in a white Jeep — this wedding is filled with sweet moments and lot of love!

Classic, Intimate, micro wedding, Modern, Real Wedding, Romantic, Summer, UniqueAlyssa CarfangFebruary 8, 2021Kava DiemExpedition Joy, Kava Diem, Phillip Christopher, Lola Salon, Beardsgaard Barbers, HUGO BOSS, Rob & Lean

Sweet & Summery North Avenue Beach Engagement Session

This sweet & summery North Avenue Beach engagement session captured by Catherine Milliron Photography is about to warm your heart.

Beach, Casual, Engagement, Romantic, SummerAlyssa CarfangDecember 14, 2020Catherine Milliron Photography

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