Karl & Terri’s chic elemental Chicago wedding at The Dawson blends moody, funky, tropical, and romantic perfectly!

Real Wedding, Moody, Modern, Summer, UrbanAlyssa CarfangApril 13, 2020The DawsonCinder and Vin Photography, The Dawson, Philip's Flowers & Gifts, Willow Lane Paperie, Vista Print, Bri'Zan Couture, Indochino, Bittersweet Pastry

Summer Greenhouse Loft Wedding in Chicago

Enjoy the serene details of Sarah and Paul’s summer Greenhouse Loft wedding captured by Kara Evans Photographer.

Classic & Elegant Chicago Wedding

Putting the “class” in classic, Leslie and Rob’s wedding day was filled with elegance. Click to see more of their day!

Romantic, Real Wedding, Classic, Elegant, Luxury, Minimalist, ModernAlyssa CarfangApril 6, 2020Studio Soo, Chicago Athletic Association, Nancy Krause Floral Design & Antique Gardens, Sash & Bustle, Karen Willis Holmes, arlen music producations

Green Urban Chicago Wedding

One part elegant with greenery, the other part blending industrial grit with glam, Sarah and Andy’s Chicago wedding is a stunner!

Why should we have a photo booth at our wedding?

Photo booths are a nostalgic and fun way for your guests to participate in your celebration! Read more about how having a photo booth at your wedding can add so much more to the memories of your day.

Curator - Photography, Photo Booth, Photo Tips, Photographer, Photography, Rentals, Vendor, Entertainment, ReceptionLisa KathanApril 1, 2020Inlight Photo Booths

Romantic Winter Chicago Engagement Session

One look at Grace and Cameron’s engagement photos and you’ll feel their energetic love. Click to see their engagement session that was captured at the perfect spots!

Casual, Downtown, Engagement, Lincoln Park, Natural light, Outdoors, Romantic, WinterAlyssa CarfangMarch 30, 2020Kibbitznestandrejka Photography, kibbitznest

Try-at-Home Wedding Dress Shopping with Grace + Ivory!

We’re excited to introduce Grace + Ivory’s try-at-home (TAH) program! You can try dresses on in your own home, delivered to your door. Check it out now!

Bridal Fashion, Tips & Tricks, Vendor Spotlight, Wedding Dress, Wedding Tips, West LoopNicole FaulsMarch 27, 2020Grace + Ivory, Sarah Crost Photography, Sarah Bradshaw Photography, Anna Breeding, Brittany Wells, The Hotel at Midtown, Jeremy Fuder, Tamara Holden Hair, Torie Conn, Oneka Amara, Hannah Carlson Comments

Cozy Coffee Shop & Millennium Park Engagement Session

With the crisp air of the fall season among them, Sydney and Zach stayed warm and snug as they cozied up in Sawada coffee shop for their engagement session with Savannah Linn Photography.

Casual, Engagement, Fall, Millennium Park, UrbanAlyssa CarfangMarch 27, 2020Millennium parkSavannah Linn Photography, Sawada Coffee, Millennium Park

Have Your Cake Donuts & Eat Them Too

Expertly capturing the vision of your cake cutting moment with Erin and Renae!

Ballroom, Cake/Dessert, Curator - Cake/DessertAlyssa CarfangMarch 25, 2020ECBG Cake StudioECBG Cake Studio, City Savvy Imaging, Bon Vivant, Joliet Train Station, LCW Coach LLC, DJ Jones, You Name IT Events, Tie Bar, Hayley Paige, Diem Angie Co., Town & Country Gardens, Newlywed Cinema

Multicultural Wedding at the Chicago Cultural Center

Warm and joyous, Dijita and Marcus had a weekend filled with the best celebration of their love. Click to see more!

Cultural, Fall, Real Wedding, TraditionalAlyssa CarfangMarch 23, 2020Chicago Cultural CenterStudio Soo, Chicago Cultural Center, Dream Events by Sonya, JD Even Design, Food For Thought, DJ Sohbash

Chic Downtown Chicago Engagement Session

Chic yet casual attire mixed with the city skyline and architecture from The Field Museum, Robyn and Enrique’s engagement session is sure to spark a smile!

Chic, Downtown, Engagement, Modern, Natural lightAlyssa CarfangMarch 20, 2020The Field MuseumAbigail Grace Photography, The Field Museum

Modern Romeo & Juliet Inspired Styled Shoot

Dark, moody, and romantic, the tale of star-crossed lovers comes alive in this modern Romeo and Juliet inspired styled shoot!

Pops of Burgundy Saddle and Cycle Club Wedding

Opting for a timeless soiree, Maura and Charlie blended classic elements with pops of burgundy for their wedding day at the Saddle and Cycle Club.

Classic, Elegant, Country Club, Real Wedding, Romantic, BurgundyAlyssa CarfangMarch 16, 2020Julia Franzosa Photography, Saddle and Cycle Club, Smitten Boutique, Four Finches, Romona Keveza, Jenny Yoo, Sam Edelman, Alex Brown Hair, Bonobos, Sweet Mandy B's, David Rothstein Music, Turning Point Cinema

Tips: Planning Your Wedding During a Pandemic

UPDATED: There are a lot of things to consider when planning your wedding during a pandemic. Get some tips and info from a wedding planner and photographer!

Coronavirus, Bridal Fashion, Curator - Photography, Event Planner, Event, Photographer, Photography, Photo Tips, Tips & Tricks, Vendor, Venue, Wedding TipsLisa KathanMarch 13, 2020Urban Allure Events, Olive Fine Weddings & Events

Casual Downtown Chicago Engagement Session

Hannah and Andy strolled, danced, and posed through parts of the city on the perfect overcast summer day! Click to see more!

Casual, Downtown, Engagement, SummerAlyssa CarfangMarch 13, 2020ChicagoMessy Photography, Field Museum

Classic and Cozy Chicago Winter Wedding

Greens and golds came together putting a classic spin on Rachel and Paul’s cozy Chicago winter wedding captured by Zach Caddy.

Classic, Elegant, Modern, Romantic, Real Wedding, WinterAlyssa CarfangMarch 9, 2020Salvatore's ChicagoZach Caddy, Salvatore's, Bunches, Endash, Gold Plaited, Urban icing

North Avenue Beach Winter Chicago Engagement Session

Paying no mind to the cold, Mary and Derrick walked along North Avenue Beach and through the streets of Chicago snapping the cutest of photos for their engagement session with Winterlyn Photography!

Casual, Downtown, Engagement, Romantic, WinterAlyssa CarfangMarch 6, 2020North Avenue BeachWinterlyn Photography, North Avenue Beach

Perfect Wedding Party Gifts!

Are you ready for some great gifts for bridesmaids and groomsmen!? Bridesmaids Gifts Boutique & Groovy Groomsmen Gifts is the perfect place to start! Check out some very unique gifts for your favorite people on your wedding day!

Wedding Tips, Tips & Tricks, AdNicole FaulsMarch 3, 2020Ad, Gifts, Groovy Groomsmen Gifts, Bridesmaids Gifts Boutique

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