Charming Downtown Chicago Engagement Session

The beauty of the Chicago skyline and Lexi and Timmy’s love are shining bright in these engagement photos!

Beach, Casual, Classic, COVID-19, Covid, Engagement, Lincoln Park, Navy Pier, RomanticAlyssa CarfangDecember 7, 2020Dana Bell Photography

Romantic Garden Wedding at River Roast Chicago

From sunrise to nightfall, Kathryn and Kevin’s wedding day was filled with pretty details, fun moments, and a whole lot of love!

Chic, Elegant, Garden, Outdoors, Real WeddingAlyssa CarfangDecember 7, 2020River Roastvictoria sprung photography, River Roast, Bittersweet Pastry, Ashland Addison Florist Co, BHLDN, red velvet dj, Shannon O'Brien Makeup Artist

Romantic Wedding with the Blending of Two Cultures

See how this couple combined two cultures for their dream wedding and how they went viral on Tik Tok!

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

Summer Wedding at Cantigny Park

Plans may have changed, but one thing held true — Jessica and Corey threw a sweet and memorable celebration of their love!

Elegant, Garden, Intimate, Real Wedding, Romantic, SummerAlyssa CarfangNovember 30, 2020Cantigny ParkBridgette Benson Photography, cantigny park, White Satin Bridal, kohls

Boho-Chic Meets Indian Fusion Royalty Wedding Inspiration

“You may be wondering how does a virus spreading across the globe inspire one for a photoshoot?” Click to find out the meaning behind this beautiful session!

Boho, Chic, Indian, CulturalAlyssa CarfangNovember 27, 2020Shalin Photos, VP Impressions, Paraagon Films, MDasigns, Nadia Noor, Hair by Jojo

Fall Orchard Engagement Session

See the cutest pics of the patch from Dawn and Aaron’s fall orchard engagement session!

Engagement, Fall, FarmAlyssa CarfangNovember 24, 2020jonamac orchardHello Hana

Stunning Private Residence Chicago Wedding

Maggie and Michael’s wedding day is the perfect combination of laid-back, yet so elegant. Click to see the beauty of it all!

Elegant, Rustic, SummerAlyssa CarfangNovember 23, 2020Hearty Boys, The Local Group, Moss Modern Flowers, Oh So Lovely Photography, Top Choice Rentals, Gia Does Hair, Joanna B Artistry, Sweet Mandy B's

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

Laidback Backyard Wedding

Sweet and simple, yet filled with so much beauty and love, we can’t stop smiling at these photos of Allison and Dariusz’s laidback backyard wedding.

Backyard, Natural light, Real Wedding, SummerAlyssa CarfangNovember 19, 2020Winterlyn Photography, Bella Flora Westmont, Zazzle, Martellen's Bridal Boutique, The Groomsman Suit, Lezza Spumoni & Desserts

Intimate Sunset Engagement Session at Big Rock Forest Preserve

This engagement session is splashing us with creativity!

Engagement, Romantic, SummerAlyssa CarfangNovember 16, 2020Big Rock Forest Preservecolette marie photography

Elegant and Traditional Wedding at Sofitel Chicago

Karen and Chase’s elegant and traditional wedding at Sofitel Chicago planned by The Simply Elegant Group is one that is FILLED with so much joy!

Classic, Elegant, Real Wedding, RomanticAlyssa CarfangNovember 13, 2020Sofitel ChicagoMichael Schumann Photography, Sofitel Chicago, the simply elegant group

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!

Boho Glam Music-Inspired Chicago Wedding with a Hint of Italia

Full of style with a fall flair, Cristina and Andrew’s boho glam music-inspired Chicago wedding is a serious stunner!

Dreamy Winter Wedding at University Club Chicago

Once you catch a glimpse of Kelsey and Grant’s dreamy winter wedding at University Club Chicago, there’s no way you’ll be able to look away!

Ballroom, Classic, Elegant, Gold, Green, Real Wedding, WinterAlyssa CarfangNovember 6, 2020University Club ChicagoBy Mari Photography, The University Club, the simply elegant group, Steve's Flower Market, Hannah Elisabeth Beauty, Green Fourteen

Small At-Home Wedding with a Cultural Flair

A day that’s the perfect reminder of how love is all you need!

Casual, Intimate, micro wedding, Real Wedding, Tiny WeddingsAlyssa CarfangNovember 2, 2020Nastasia Mora Photography, Ashland Addison Florist Co, Molly's Cupcakes

Celebrating the Mexican Culture: A Dia de los Muertos Styled Shoot

Perfectly curated to celebrate the Mexican community, XOXO Invites teamed up with other talented vendors for a Dia de los Muertos styled shoot that’s filled with color and culture!

Modern Romantic North Avenue Beach Engagement Session

Brittany and Scott’s engagement session with Pens and Lens is filled with cute moments! Click to see them all!

Beach, Engagement, Modern, RomanticAlyssa CarfangOctober 30, 2020North Avenue BeachPens and Lens, North Avenue Beach

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