Snowy Engagement Session at the Naperville Riverwalk

This couple specifically wanted snow on the ground for their engagement photos, so they waited for the perfect day and we think they got one!

Engagement, Winter, Snow, Outdoors, Natural lightMichelle CoxJanuary 6, 2023Naperville RiverwalkKaren Shoufler

Chicago Winter Wedding

Chicago comes alive in the winter season. While some couples fear celebrating in the winter, with the risk of cold or snow, this couple embraced it. From the magical holiday lights to the touches of furs, we are in love.

Real Wedding, Winter, Downtown, Holiday, Romantic, Classic, HotelMichelle Cox-VergaraJanuary 5, 20231416LaGrange, Emilia Jane Photography, Designed & Detailed, The Bridal Beauty Team, Langham Hotel Chicago

How to Dress on Your Wedding Weekend

Picking out an outfit for any regular event can be tough sometimes, so choosing what outfits to wear on your wedding weekend can be overwhelming to say the least. Curator and stylist Grant Alexander, owner of G ALXNDR is giving style tips for planning all of your wedding weekend looks.

Tips & Tricks, Style, Fashion, Wedding Essentials, Wedding Trends, Wedding Prep, StylishMichelle CoxJanuary 4, 2023g alxndr

Chicago Rooftop Wedding

This couple wanted nothing more than to declare their love and tie the knot in front of their loved ones. A simple but lovely evening, joined by their favorite people from LA to Hong Kong and everywhere in between!

Real Wedding, Rooftop, Multicultural, Intimate, Chicago, Skyline, Outdoors, Tea Ceremony, Natural lightNicole FaulsJanuary 3, 2023Monica Miranda Photography, The Cliff Dwellers

New Years Eve Wedding

This couple planned their ultimate New Years' Eve Bash, their wedding! Check out this super fun wedding day and their confetti drop at midnight.

Real Wedding, New Years Eve, New Years Wedding, HolidayMichelle CoxDecember 31, 2022Monarch Creative Events, Westin Chicago Lombard, Creative Cakes, Phillip Gregory Photography, toast weddings, I Donatos DJ, Nicole Marie Salon, Aries Charter, Shutterbox Entertainment

Fairytale Wedding in Chicago

We are so excited to share this gorgeous Chicago real wedding. The couple was kind enough to share their wedding thoughts and experiences with us throughout the post.

Sparkling Engagement Session at Olive Park

Keyla and Orlando got engaged this summer and couldn't wait to celebrate their love and document this season with an engagement session. What better way to honor these high school sweethearts than to pop a bottle of bubbly, dance around Olive Park, and take in the stunning Chicago city views?

Engagement, Engagement inspiration, Chicago, Olive Park, Skyline, Natural light, Nature, PhotographyNicole FaulsDecember 27, 2022Milton Lee Olive ParkMonica Miranda Photography

A Snowy Winter Wedding

With the whimsy of holiday décor and bright accent colors of red and green, this wedding is dreamy and seems straight out of a holiday movie.

Real Wedding, Winter, Snow, Festive, Holidays, Red, Green, ChurchNicole FaulsDecember 23, 2022The Haley Mansion, Designed & Detailed, Ashley Dahl Photography, Hearts & Flowers Inc, Vanessa Rose Makeup, Admit One Djs, Elite Chicago Limo, Creative Cakes, Kraze Videography

Stylish Engagement Session in Chicago

This shoot shows that you can take a make a session entirely your own simply by finding just the perfect little black dress and suit and a photographer that can capture your vision.

Engagement, Engagement inspiration, Chicago, Edgy, Fashion, Beach, Romantic, Style, StylishNicole FaulsDecember 20, 2022Kayleen Nyshell Photography

Winter Engagement Session in Downtown Chicago

“We love to try new foods and restaurants throughout Chicago! We are self proclaimed foodies! We also love our inside dates where we try new recipes and watch new shows together.”

Engagement, Engagement inspiration, Winter, Chicago, Downtown, Blue, RomanticNicole FaulsDecember 19, 2022Michelle Lippert Photography

A Romantic Same-Sex Wedding

Kaitlin and Chelsea's romantic same-sex wedding was a day full of emotions, love, and support. They wanted their friends and families to be able to celebrate, dance, and make memories together after having been apart due to the pandemic.

Real Wedding, LGBTQ+, Romantic, Bridal Fashion, Unique, Wedding DressMichelle CoxDecember 16, 2022Lauren Ashley Studios, A Posh Production, Bella Bianca Bridal Couture, BHLDN, BellaFlora, Hardbitten, Tasty Catering, An Enchanted Evening

Downtown Chicago IHOP Engagement Session

Alicia and Marcus wanted to honor some of the first dates they ever went on. We met at their local IHOP in Downtown Chicago where they ordered a juice and strawberry pancakes.

Engagement, Engagement inspiration, Unique, Fun, Pancakes, IHOPMichelle CoxDecember 15, 2022Hello Hana

Hyatt Lodge Wedding for High School Sweethearts

"We wanted our wedding to feel classic and timeless so we went with a white and green color scheme with gold details…”

Real Wedding, Romantic, Hotel, Snow, Winter, High School, PetsNicole FaulsDecember 13, 2022Larissa Marie Photography, Hyatt Lodge, Michigan Avenue Events, Fabbrini Flowers, Alyssa Diana Makeup, Emily Rae, Davids Bridal, Katie Whitcomb, Music by Design, Creative Cakes, The Wedding Officiant

Farnworth House Engagement Session

These two Chicago-native architects wanted an iconic engagement session centered around architecture because that is how they met.

Engagement, architecture, Unique, Outdoors, Nature, Historic, FallMichelle CoxDecember 12, 2022Farnworth HouseFarnworth House, Blushing Rose Studio Photography

Café Brauer In The Fall, A Perfect Chicago Venue - WIPA Chicago’s Most Recent Educational Event

Check out the most recent WIPA Chicago event at Cafe Brauer. Brandee Gaar, the featured speaker for the evening, taught the group about the importance and benefits of Instagram reels.