Cyrena & JD’s Unforgettable Victoria in the Park Wedding
Cyrena and JD first met through mutual friends at Bogarts in St. Charles when their mutual friend connected the two of them at his Super Bowl party. They hit it off right away and after a few years of dating they . . .
Cyrena and JD first met through mutual friends at Bogarts in St. Charles when their friend, Amir, connected the two of them at his Super Bowl party. They hit it off right away and after a few years of dating they got engaged while backpacking in Colorado. Cyrena and JD are a perfect match, they complement one another and share such a beautiful connection. Conrad loved getting to know these two at their engagement session last Winter when he visited their home and got to meet their fur babies Bowie and Boots. Spending time with Cyrena and JD is just comfortable, they are so kind and loving and make everyone feel welcome! They are adventurous, caring and joyful and their connection is just so special!
We were all so excited to be a part of Cyrena and JD’s wedding at Victoria in the Park. When we arrived Cyrena and her girls were in high spirits and Cyrena looked absolutely STUNNING in her gorgeous boho Jenny Yoo gown with fun detachable sleeves. While it was a chilly November day Cyrena and JD agreed to sneak outside for their first look and a few photos, we are so glad they braved the elements so we could get some Fall color in their gallery!! After their first look we went back inside and watched as Cyrena and JD exchanged sweet private vows in the whiskey room at Victoria in the Park. We finished with photos before the ceremony just as the sun was starting to set and were graced with THE most vibrant and unforgettable sunset of 2025.
After Cyrena and JD were married it was time for the celebration to really begin, we love love love a Palestinian wedding and absolutely epic dance floor! Awtar DJs made sure that the night was filled with joyful music and Cyrena and JD spent tons of time dancing, it was the most unforgettable celebration!
Congratulations, Cyrena and JD, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Cyrena and JD’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
DAY-OF COORDINATION
Something Blue
VENUE
Victoria in the Park
FLORIST
YJ Decorating
HAIR & MAKEUP
Your Haven Bridal
WEDDING CAKE
Sweet T’s
ENGAGEMENT RING
Alexis Russell
WEDDING DRESS
BHLDN Anthropologie
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
Birdy Grey
GROOMS’ SUIT
Indochino
Michelle & Jake’s Stunning Makray Memorial Golf Club Wedding
Michelle and Jake’s love story started as most modern day love stories do: on a dating app. After a few text exchanges and promising conversations Michelle and Jake planned their first date – the only problem . . .
Michelle and Jake’s love story started as most modern day love stories do: on a dating app. After a few text exchanges and promising conversations Michelle and Jake planned their first date – the only problem? It was on Valentine’s Day weekend during Covid. The first time Michelle and Jake met in person they had masks on and could only see each other’s eyes. But from the very beginning they both had a feeling this was the start of something amazing.
Fast-forward four years later and Jake proposed at the same restaurant where they had their first date. Jake completely surprised Michelle both with the proposal and an engagement party right afterwards with their family and friends, it was such a magical night!
Christy and I were so excited to celebrate with Michelle and Jake on their wedding day. Leading up to their November date the weather suddenly turned from unseasonably warm to brisk and blustery. We were watching the weather closely all week and hoping to still get outside for pictures on Michelle and Jake’s wedding day, she had her heart set on a Fall wedding with lots of color! Well, we ended up getting all of their photos in before the weather really turned cold and wintry and it was all perfect! The Fall colors were on full display at Makray, this wedding may well have been THE most gorgeous we have ever seen this beautiful venue! All in all it was a perfect day, we were so grateful to have been there to celebrate Michelle and Jake!
Congratulations, Michelle and Jake, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Michelle and Jake’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Makray Memorial Golf Club
FLORIST
Lake Zurich Florist
HAIR & MAKEUP
Tamara Makeup and Hair Artistry
WEDDING CAKE
Lovin Oven Cakery
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Crystal Bride
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Birdy Grey
Katie & Jake’s Fun Storybook Gardens Wedding
Katie and Jake’s love story started on the softball field – what began as time spent playing in a simple co-ed league turned into something that neither of them expected – a match made in humor and heart. After each game they would end up . . .
Katie and Jake’s love story started on the softball field – what began as time spent playing in a simple co-ed league turned into something that neither of them expected – a match made in humor and heart. After each game they would end up in the parking lot, talking for hours, conversations that became the foundation of their relationship. Through their similar quick wit, playful sarcasm, and shared outlook on life, Katie and Jake discovered a connection that felt easy and natural from the very beginning.
As time went on, Jake became Katie’s rock—someone who not only shared her sense of humor but also grounded her when life got overwhelming. Jake is the calm in Katie’s storm, the person who reminds her to slow down, breathe, and enjoy the simple moments. And when she looks at him, she feels like she is exactly where she’s supposed to be. Together, Katie and Jake have learned that the best relationships are built on trust, laughter, and a whole lot of sarcasm. Their love story might have started with a game, but it’s grown into something far more special than either of them could have imagined. And as they take this next step together, they couldn’t be more excited for the adventures ahead, knowing they will always have each other—on and off the field.
Conrad was happy to spend time getting to know Katie and Jake at their engagement session earlier this year and was excited to make the trip to Storybook Gardens in Rochelle for their wedding this Fall! November weddings always bring unpredictable weather but Katie was up for anything and we managed to get SO many beautiful photos even with the conditions being less than ideal. With cute umbrellas and a bit of fortitude we managed to make it work! We were so happy to be a part of this beautiful and fun day!
Congratulations, Katie and Jake, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Katie and Jake’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Storybook Gardens
FLORIST
Jewel Osco South Elgin
HAIR & MAKEUP
Charlotte Renee Beauty
WEDDING CAKE
Shelby Cakes
WEDDING RINGS
Kay Jewelers
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Savy’s Chic Bridal
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
MENSWEAR
Men’s Wearhouse
Tracy & Greg’s Beautiful Independence Grove Wedding
Tracy and Greg first met when they attended his cousin’s wedding, and while they got along great and had a blast celebrating together they went their separate ways after the wedding ended. They stayed connected through social media and in 2022 Tracy discovered the . . .
Tracy and Greg first met when they attended his cousin’s wedding, and while they got along great and had a blast celebrating together they went their separate ways after the wedding ended. They stayed connected through social media and in 2022 Tracy discovered the wonders of craft beer and the Lake County Libation Trail and this piqued Greg’s interest. Tracy and Greg reconnected with talks of beers and wine and agreed to meet for a friendly drink at Firkin. What was meant to be a casual outing turned into something much more. After a few dates, they knew this was something special and started introducing each other to friends and family. Everyone around them could see how happy they were and how different this was! After just a few months of dating, they spent the holidays together with their families. Tracy even brought Greg to meet her “sisters” Shannon and Rachel and still can’t believe Greg was willing to travel 12 hours to Virginia for Christmas break. Luckily, the drive was worth it and Shannon and Rachel welcomed Greg into their lives with open arms. It warmed their hearts to see how loved ones embraced and supported their relationship. The couple grew their love with date nights filled with tacos, Tighthead, movies and friends! Their favorite weekend activity is a walk at a park followed by lunch and a beer at a brewery. In fact, this is just how Greg proposed! The pair went for their usual walk at Independence Grove and planned to have lunch after. Midway through the walk, Greg pulled Tracy off the path and got down on one knee and asked Tracy to marry him!
I was so happy to get to know Tracy and Greg at their engagement session this Summer in downtown Libertyville. We made sure to stop by Firkin for some shots while also finding plenty of pretty pockets of light throughout the pretty downtown. I had such a great time with these two and could not wait to celebrate their wedding this Fall!
When the big day arrived Christy and I first connected with Greg at his parents’ home where he had a special bottle of George T. Stagg bourbon waiting to open and share with his groomsmen. After taking some fun photos with the guys we traveled to Tracy’s childhood home where she was getting ready with her closest girlfriends and sorority sisters. Tracy got dressed in her childhood bedroom where her Mom gifted her a pair of vintage diamond earrings in honor of her wedding day. Tracy looked radiant and we made time for a few bridal portraits outside before loading up and heading to Independence Grove.
We arrived at the venue we connected with their planner Brianna who helped make sure everything ran smoothly throughout the day. As Greg stood waiting patiently Tracy walked towards him for their first look before they shared the sweetest (and possibly longest?) private vows. Greg carefully typed up a nine-page history of their entire relationship and shared so many thoughtful moments with Tracy as they stood together near the native garden at Independence Grove.
The weather was a bit unpredictable on Tracy and Greg’s wedding day so they made the decision to move their ceremony inside. It didn’t end up raining and we were blessed with a gorgeous sunset after they were officially married. We took stunning pictures by the water before heading back inside for an unforgettable night of great food and Tracy dancing and singing to Taylor Swift with her besties – it was such a perfect day and we were honored to be a part of it!
Congratulations, Tracy and Greg, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Tracy and Greg’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Independence Grove
CATERER
Relish Events
WEDDING PLANNER
Weddings by Danica
HAIR
Opal
MAKEUP
Rosie Hunter Artistry
DJ
BBs Best
WEDDING CAKE
Deerfield Bakery
WEDDING RINGS
Rollands
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Kathryn's Bridal
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
MENSWEAR
Vera Wang
Katie & Sean’s Gorgeous Morton Arboretum Wedding
Katie and Sean met in high school during their Freshman honors geometry class, where Katie was very confused and Sean kindly let her copy his homework. They remained friends and only started dating in 2021 after . . .
Katie and Sean met in high school during their Freshman honors geometry class, where Katie was very confused and Sean kindly let her copy his homework. They remained friends and only started dating in 2021 after spending time talking over Zoom during the pandemic. In November 2023, Sean surprised Katie by proposing in front of Mount Fuji while they were vacationing in Japan. Sean and Katie now live with their two cats, Zoey and Pedro Purrscal, and enjoy spending time with friends and traveling together.
I had the best time getting to know Katie and Sean at their pretty engagement session last Fall at The Morton Arboretum. Katie is so full of life and laughter and the love she and Sean share is so special, it was wonderful exploring the trails and spending time with them at the same spot where they would get married less than one year later. When their big day arrived Conrad, Ryan and I were all excited to celebrate this sweet. couple with their family and friends! Spirits were high when we arrived for getting ready photos and Katie looked absolutely gorgeous, she is one of those people who just radiates beauty from the inside and looked truly radiant as a bride. We left the hotel and made our way to the Thornhill Education Center at the Morton Arboretum where Katie and Sean had their first look and sweetly shared private vows with one another.
It was just a perfect Fall day and everything looked so beautiful, we were obsessed with the bridesmaids’ jewel-toned dresses and the stunning florals by the talented team at Piscasaw Gardens. Katie shared a really sweet moment with her Dad when he saw her for the first time as a bride not long before he walked her down the aisle. After the ceremony we were blessed with a gorgeous sunset before settling inside for an unforgettable night of food and dancing to celebrate the newlyweds. Katie and Sean treated their guests to a round of trivia during dinner hosted by Gabe Ortiz – Conrad, Ryan and I had so much fun playing and answering questions while we ate our delicious meal! This perfect day was filled with so much laughter and joy, we only wish we could do it all over again!
Congratulations, Katie and Sean, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Katie and Sean’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Morton Arboretum Thornhill Education Center
FLORIST
Piscasaw Gardens
HAIR
Clare Curran
MAKEUP
Carolina Valenzuela
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
Birdy Grey
WEDDING CAKE
Le Chocolat Bakery
WEDDING RINGS
James & Sons Fine Jewelers
Alexis & Bennet’s Perfect Seven Bridges Wedding
Alexis and Bennet first met in college at ISU but didn’t start dating until years later. Building on the strong foundation of their close friendship the realized they were meant to be . . .
Alexis and Bennet first met in college at ISU but didn’t start dating until years later. Building on the strong foundation of their close friendship the realized they were meant to be together, and after dating long-distance while he lived in Arizona and she was finishing graduate school they moved in together. In March 2023 Bennet brought Alexis back to ISU where he proposed with the help of their college friends.
After Conrad shot Alexis and Bennet’s engagement session at The Morton Arboretum last Fall we were both really excited for their wedding day. Conrad told me about how Alexis and Bennet are so at-ease with one another and how they were such fun to photograph – they truly are soulmates and being in their presence feels like such an honor. When it came time to celebrate their wedding Conrad and I kept commenting to each other throughout the day that it hardly felt like work at all, we just had the best time being in the presence of this perfect couple. Alexis looked absolutely gorgeous and Bennet’s response to seeing her was adorable. After their first look they shared emotional private vows – what little we could overhear only confirmed that these two were made for one another.
During their ceremony Alexis and Bennet chose to fill a time-capsule with items that were important mementos from their relationship. They thoughtfully described each item – a picture of their cat, a receipt from her engagement ring, pictures of their new home together – while wiping away tears and laughing together. It sort of felt like they were the only ones in the room all day long, like their love was the center of the universe. After their ceremony we were treated to a gorgeous sunset before settling into an unforgettable night of eating and dancing to celebrate the newlyweds. It truly was the most perfect day and we are so grateful to have been a part of it!
Congratulations, Alexis and Bennet, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Alexis and Bennet’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
FLORIST
Cresco Stems
HAIR & MAKEUP
Hairs 2 The Bride
WEDDING RINGS
Crescent Jewelers
WEDDING CAKE
DeEtta’s Bakery
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Crystal Bride
BRIDAL SHOES
Dolce Vita
MENSWEAR
Men’s Wearhouse
Danielle & Jordan’s Emotional Eaglewood Resort Wedding
Danielle and Jordan first met on Hinge and bonded immediately over their love of rum and the Chicago Bears. In 2021 they moved in together and adopted THE cutest little corgi . . .
Danielle and Jordan first met on Hinge and bonded immediately over their love of rum and the Chicago Bears. In 2021 they moved in together and adopted THE cutest little corgi puppy named Payton (after Walter Payton from the Bears!) After six joyful years together Jordan proposed to Danielle in front of her entire family at her grandmother’s lake house in Delavan, Wisconsin. Everyone was so happy for these two to start their forever together!
I loved getting to know Danielle and Jordan (and even spending time with sweet Payton!) at their engagement session at Graue Mill last Fall. I think that session may well have been blessed with THE most strikingly gorgeous Fall colors EVER, the beautiful scenery nearly stole the show during their engagement session! But Danielle and Jordan’s love was the real star, and we were all so excited to celebrate their wedding with them this Fall at Eaglewood Resort!
When we arrived Danielle and her girls were in great spirits even though the resort had a water main break and didn’t have running water! But the girls rolled with the punches and Danielle looked gorgeous thanks to the talented team at Every Kind of Beautiful and Glam Luxe Artistry. Danielle and Jordan waited to see each other at the aisle but we made time for pictures of them with their respective wedding parties before the ceremony. We also took a few sweet pictures of Jordan reading the letter Danielle wrote to him and Danielle spending a few emotional moments sitting next to the chair that was set aside for her father who had passed away.
As Danielle walked down the aisle Jordan teared up, it was so special watching these two exchange their vows. We then enjoyed watching them sign their ketubah before taking just the newlyweds out on golf carts for some pretty pictures on the course. It was a beautiful day and we were so thankful to be a part of it!!
Congratulations, Danielle and Jordan, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Danielle and Jordan’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Eaglewood Resort
FLORALS
Sola Wood Florals
WEDDING CAKE
Delish Cakes
WEDDING RINGS
David’s Fine Jewelry
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Crystal Bride
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
MENSWEAR
Men’s Wearhouse
Melissa & Kyle’s Epic Haight Wedding
Melissa and Kyle first met their Junior year of high school at Hoffman Estates High School. They had a ton of mutual friends and went on their first date to Nickel City on Valentine’s Day in . . .
Melissa and Kyle first met their Junior year of high school at Hoffman Estates High School. They had a ton of mutual friends and went on their first date to Nickel City on Valentine’s Day in 2010, Nickel City is an amazing old- fashioned video game arcade – Melissa went with her group of friends (many of whom ended up in her bridal party!) to meet Kyle and his friends at the arcade. It was a complete set up by everyone. As Melissa walked through the front door, Kyle going absolutely wild at DDR. With his quick reflexes and stellar moves, she knew right away he was the one. The next day Kyle asked Melissa to be his girlfriend, and the rest is history!
We first met Melissa through her work when we were hired to take headshots for In2Great Pediatric Therapy. Melissa and Kyle were dating then and getting more serious, we had them in at the Studio for a holiday session or two before hearing the good news that they got engaged (in Ireland no less!!) Conrad was thrilled when Melissa and Kyle officially asked us to be their wedding photographers (and videographer!) and was excited to start the process of planning for their wedding! Last November Conrad met Melissa and Kyle at The Lilac League, one of our favorite cocktail bars, for their epic and unforgettable engagement session. After taking some stunning shots at the bar they made time to take some pictures at a local arcade with video games for good measure, it was all reminiscent of that first date 15 years ago!
When the day finally arrived for Melissa and Kyle to get married the weather was absolutely perfect, Conrad, Ryan and I were all really excited to connect with everyone at The Haight in Elgin for the celebration! We met up with Allison of ACG Productions and captured so many gorgeous moments together throughout the day, it was honestly just all so perfect and unforgettable! Melissa looked just perfect, and we realized throughout the day that she had literally thought of EVERYTHING to make her wedding to Kyle the day of her dreams! Our friends at Fabbrini’s Flowers did an AMAZING job on Melissa and Kyle’s gorgeous and dramatic contemporary Fall florals, her bouquet was breathtaking and his over-the-top floral lapel set the bar really high for groom style moving forward!
After Melissa was dressed she met Kyle on the rooftop for the sweetest first look and private vows. Kyle could not take his eyes off his gorgeous bride, it was so cute to see just how happy and in love he was! We crossed the river with their wedding party to do some pictures in the pretty Fall light before coming back up to the Haight rooftop for their beautiful ceremony. Honestly this day was just one picture-perfect moment after another. Conrad and I shot more photographs at Melissa and Kyle’s wedding than any other this entire year!!
Once they were pronounced husband and wife Melissa and Kyle joined their guests for cocktail hour, but before everyone settled in for dinner we made time for some really dramatic smoke photos near the ceremony site. Those were some of our favorite captures of the day! Then Melissa and Kyle shared their amazing choreographed first dance with their guests before heading in for a delicious dinner – My Chef Catering treated everyone SO well and made just about the best wedding meal we have EVER had! Really, this was just the perfect day, we only wish we could do it all over again!!
Congratulations, Melissa and Kyle, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Melissa and Kyle’s gorgeous wedding photos click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
The Haight
CONTENT CREATOR
ACG Productions
FLORIST
Fabbrini's Flowers
MAKEUP
Austin Mark
WEDDING CAKE
Eye Candy Bake Shop
WEDDING RINGS
New York Jewelers Chicago
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Bella Bianca Bridal Couture
BRIDAL SHOES
Bella Belle
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
MENSWEAR
Indochino
Nicole & Brian’s Stunning District Wedding
Nicole and Brian first met working at Hollister at Woodfield Mall back in the day... they didn't talk much at that time and reconnected a couple of years later through mutual friends. Nicole mentioned how she was going to Lollapalooza that year . . .
Nicole and Brian first met working at Hollister at Woodfield Mall back in the day... they didn't talk much at that time and reconnected a couple of years later through mutual friends. Nicole mentioned how she was going to Lollapalooza that year and Brian had never been but wanted to go. When Lolla came around a few weeks later, Brian met up with Nicole there and they ended up spending the entire weekend there together – and they have been with each other now for over a decade. Nicole and Brian truly are best friends and have spent the last 10 years going on adventures together and trying new restaurants. Brian proposed while they were hiking at Rock Island State Park in Tennessee in front of a beautiful waterfall.
Conrad, Lindsay and Marcella were all really excited to head to The District in Richmond for Nicole and Brian’s wedding. It was a gorgeous Fall day and everything just felt perfect. Nicole and Brian had opted for a smaller, more intimate wedding and did not have a wedding party, which meant that they had lots of time for pictures of just the two of them together. Honestly, while we love a big wedding party it was SO nice to just have that time with the bride and groom! And as a result Nicole and Brian ended up with SO many gorgeous photos of just the two of them, and isn’t that what matters most?! Nicole and Brian are so classy and looked like models; she looked extra glamorous thanks to our wildly talented friend Tricia Clarke who not only did Tricia do Nicole’s hair and makeup but she came along for photos and helped with the dress and keeping Nicole looking perfect all day. Nicole and Brian had their model faces on but also spent plenty of time making each other laugh, it was just such a joy to be alongside these two on their wedding day!
Nicole and Brian were interested in capturing some of their wedding day memories on classic film cameras. so Conrad brought along his 35mm film camera and also shot Polaroids on his Mamiya 67. We just LOVE being able to shoot film on a wedding day! Scroll to the bottom of this post to see all of the gorgeous film scans that Conrad created, it was just magical to be able to photograph Nicole and Brian and be a part of their unforgettable wedding day!
Congratulations, Nicole and Brian, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Nicole and Brian’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & DAY-OF COORDINATION
Something Blue
VENUE
The District
FLORIST
Lake Zurich Florist
HAIR + MAKEUP
Tricia Clarke Beauty
WEDDING RINGS
Cottage Hill Diamonds
WEDDING DESSERTS
Deerfield's Bakery
BRIDAL SHOES
Betsey Johnson
MENSWEAR
Indochino
Alex & Jay’s Beautiful Biltmore Country Club Wedding
Alex and Jay have such a sweet and natural connection, it was really special to spend time getting to know these two at their beautiful Biltmore Country Club wedding. Conrad loved first doing . . .
Alex and Jay have such a sweet and natural connection, it was really special to spend time getting to know these two at their beautiful Biltmore Country Club wedding. Conrad loved first doing Alex and Jay’s engagement session just two weeks before their wedding – he said they were so chill and up for anything that they even climbed into a little rowboat for photos towards the end of their session!
When Alex and Jay’s wedding day arrived it was beautiful weather, Conrad and Lindsay were excited to head to Barrington to celebrate this wonderful couple. Lindsay used to work at Biltmore when she was younger so it’s always fun for her to photograph weddings there! Alex’s parents live within walking distance of Biltmore and they also got married there, so there were a lot of sentimental moments for this family throughout the day! After the girls got ready at Alex’s parents’ house they took a golf cart to the Biltmore, what a fun way to arrive in style for the wedding!
Alex’s Dad is a judge and served as the officiant for Alex and Jay’s ceremony, it was really special to have him so involved in their wedding day! After the ceremony ended they released butterflies before walking back down the aisle. And as the sun set Conrad and Lindsay took some beautiful photos of the newlyweds just before they went inside to celebrate at their reception – it was the perfect day and we were so grateful to have been a part of it!
Congratulations, Alex and Jay, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Alex and Jay’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
Laura & Greg’s Pretty Salt Creek Golf Club Wedding
Laura and Greg first met at a mutual friend’s baby shower – there were some behind-the-scenes schemes to get the two of them to sit together, and sure enough they started talking and realized that their had a lot in common. A few months went by and they finally went on their first . . .
Laura and Greg first met at a mutual friend’s baby shower – there were some behind-the-scenes schemes to get the two of them to sit together, and sure enough they started talking and realized that their had a lot in common. A few months went by and they finally went on their first date where they spent much of the night talking about high school marching band. It became clear pretty quickly that Laura and Greg really enjoyed talking, laughing, and spending time together – they just had to overcome the distance between Arlington Heights and Effingham.
The long talks that Laura and Greg had on our first couple of dates transferred over to long talks on FaceTime as they navigated the challenges of a long-distance relationship. They got to know each other “face to face” although there were many times they wished their screens and 200+ miles were not separating them! Laura and Greg used the time to plan their in-person adventures and dates – from hiking forest preserves to carving a pumpkin together and cooking dinner, they made the most of our time together and grew closer as they got to know each other better. As the scope of their adventures grew they found a deep love for each other and started envisioning their future together. Greg proposed to Laura this past February and they started planning the wedding of their dreams!
Laura teaches near the Studio and had heard about us, it was sweet to meet her and Greg (he joined the meeting over FaceTime!) and talk with them about their wedding plans. We got to know each other better exploring on a warm hike through the forest preserve during their engagement session. When their late-September wedding rolled around Christy and I were so excited to celebrate Laura and Greg’s love for one another!
We arrived at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Mt. Prospect and met with Laura and her bridesmaids before she got dressed into her beautiful lace gown. Just before the ceremony began Laura and Greg shared a sweet first look outside, it was special to watch them quietly connect before she walked down the aisle. After their traditional ceremony Laura and Greg embraced each of their guests in a receiving line before we took some photographs inside the sanctuary. We love how those dramatic veil pictures turned out!
Once we finished at St. Mark’s we made our way to Salt Creek Golf Club for pictures with their supportive wedding party. The weather was just perfect and the leaves had started to change color, we had such a great time taking pictures out on the beautiful course! We then settled into the reception space for the celebration and were treated to delicious food, meaningful toasts and a night of fun dancing – it was a wonderful day and we were so happy to be a part of it!
Congratulations, Laura and Greg, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Laura and Greg’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Salt Creek Golf Club
FLORIST
Busse Flowers
HAIR & MAKEUP
Bloom Salon
WEDDING CAKE
The Italian Bakery
WEDDING RINGS
Rogers & Hollands
WEDDING GOWN
David’s Bridal
BRIDAL SHOES
DB Studio
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Celebrate DB Studio
MENSWEAR
Michael Kors
Katie & Brad’s Pretty White Pines Wedding
Katie and Brad met through friends in college when they were both undergrads at Illinois State University. After dating for 8 years Katie and Brad bought a house together, and then he proposed in . . .
Katie and Brad met through friends in college when they were both undergrads at Illinois State University. After dating for 8 years Katie and Brad bought a house together, and then he proposed in Hawaii! They are great at making each other laugh and are really so perfect together!
We first met Katie at our favorite tiki bar Kahala Koa, Katie’s family owns this local gem and she has been our server after Saturday night weddings when we want a great drink and a chance to unwind! Conrad was excited to have the opportunity to photograph Katie’s wedding to Brad; he and Lindsay and Ryan had the best time celebrating with their family and friends at White Pines Golf Club.
Katie looked gorgeous in her dress (with convertible sleeves!) from Volle’s, while Brad looked handsome in his wedding tux (we LOVE a groom in a white jacket!!) After their emotional first look Katie and Brad shared private vows with one another, it was really sweet for them to have this quiet moment together before joining with their large wedding party! After their ceremony Katie and Brad shared a cute moment in the aisle as husband and wife, and then the celebration really began! Katie surprised Brad with a Bears-themed groom’s cake before they took to the dance floor and danced the night away. It was such a perfect day celebrating two people who are perfect for each other!
Congratulations, Katie and Brad, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Katie and Brad’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
HAIR & MAKEUP
Kiss This Makeup
WEDDING CAKE
Central Continental Bakery
WEDDING RINGS
Keswick Jewelers
WEDDING DRESS
Volle’s Bridal
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
MENSWEAR
Mr. Tux
Michelle & Nolan’s Unforgettable Salvage One Wedding
Michelle and Nolan share an eclectic love of music and all things vintage, so choosing to throw their wedding celebration at Salvage One just made sense. The 60,000-square-foot vintage Chicago warehouse with exposed brick walls, expansive windows, and rich . . .
Michelle and Nolan share an eclectic love of music and all things vintage, so choosing to throw their wedding celebration at Salvage One just made sense. The 60,000-square-foot vintage Chicago warehouse with exposed brick walls, expansive windows, and rich wooden floors, isn’t just a venue—it’s an experience. We knew after shooting Michelle and Nolan’s stunning engagement session at Salvage One last Fall that their wedding would be unforgettable.
Michelle and Nolan’s love story began as a classic tale of boy meets girl, but with a twist. Michelle's sister's boyfriend's brother's wife was the sister of Nolan. Confused yet? Don't worry, we were too! Their sisters thought they would make a perfect match and introduced them to each other at Frontier Days in the Summer of 2018. But, to start, they were not interested in each other at that moment. So, they said hello and went their separate ways for a year.
Fast forward to 2019 when Michelle and Nolan reconnected in the most beautiful way - through Tinder. Michelle's hands started sweating as soon as she got the notification of a new "match." She knew she had to come up with something hilarious and clever to impress Nolan, but Nolan beat her to it with a simple "Hi, Michelle!" From that moment on, they were inseparable. They started traveling together, attending concerts of all different genres, and watching sports on the couch all weekend long against Michelle's will. Four years later, Nolan decided he wanted to continue this trend for the rest of his life, so he proposed to Michelle.
Michelle and Nolan chose to celebrate their wedding at Salvage One, and honestly I’m not sure if there has ever been a venue better suited to the couple’s vibes. When we arrived at Michelle and Nolan’s place on their wedding day we found Michelle and all of her bridesmaids getting ready while wearing their favorite concert t-shirts and listening to records, and that fun, laid-back rock-star energy set the tone for the most amazing day. We were surprised to see our old friend Jaycie working her magic and doing hair and makeup for Michelle and her girls – Jaycie is Nolan’s cousin and we had no idea! She wove dainty white flowers into Michelle’s hair as the perfect boho finishing touch, Michelle looked absolutely perfect.
Once Michelle and the girls were ready we made our way to The Grove for her first look with Nolan. They shared a sweet and emotional private moment together there before riding together with their awesome bridal party downtown to Salvage One. After taking some fun wedding party photos on the second floor we made our way downstairs for their ceremony. Michelle’s brother in law served as their officiant during the beautiful ceremony; when Michelle and Nolan shared their vows with one another there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. They shared their first kiss as husband and wife and the celebration really began!
The reception space on the second floor looked incredible thanks to the amazing team at Salvage One and the gorgeous florals by the talented Flowers by Coll. Michelle had a custom stained glass motif created for the wedding that carried through the invitations and other wedding details. She even DIY’ed fun and funky cornhole boards for guests to play during the reception. This wedding was so cool that the newlyweds even had a custom concert poster produced for the occasion!
While the details for this wedding were all uniquely beautiful, it was the sense of connection and love that really made Michelle and Nolan’s wedding unforgettable. Their wedding party was one of the most fun and laid-back groups we have shot all year. It was fun to see Michelle’s teacher friends from Olive (where my kids go to school!) during the cocktail hour. As guests enjoyed dinner we were treated to several incredible toasts – Michelle’s Dad gave an amazing and thoughtful speech that ended with him gifting Michelle with her favorite snacks, a Diet Coke and Cheez-Its. Michelle later shared the sweetest dance with her Dad before Yazz Events kicked the party into high gear and filled the dance floor with revelry. It was the perfect celebration for Michelle and Nolan, we are so grateful to have been a part of it.
Congratulations, Michelle and Nolan, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Michelle and Nolan’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Salvage One
FLORIST
Flowers by Coll
HAIR & MAKEUP
Jaycie Ganek
LIVE BAND
Yazz Events
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Bon Bon Belle Bridal
BRIDAL SHOES
Aldo
MENSWEAR
Revelry
Elise & Trev’s Dreamy Brix on the Fox Wedding
Elise and Trev are two of the warmest, kindest and most loving people we have had the honor of photographing. Being a part of their wedding truly felt like a dream – after first meeting Elise at her sister’s gorgeous Glen Club wedding . . .
Elise and Trev are two of the warmest, kindest and most loving people we have had the honor of photographing. Being a part of their wedding truly felt like a dream – after first meeting Elise at her sister’s gorgeous Glen Club wedding in 2023 we were beyond excited to reconnect with this amazing family and celebrate Elise and Trev’s wedding this Fall at The Brix on The Fox.
Elise and Trev first met as undergrads at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. While they both majored in psychology and lived just 6 floors apart their Freshman year, they did not meet until they both worked as medical scribes at UW Health. Elise quickly fell for Trev’s sense of humor and his enthusiasm for sports and statistics. Trev was won over by Elise’s bubbly personality, laughter, and competitive side. Trev made the first move and slid into Elise's Facebook messages that Fall where he invited her to watch the Bears game with him. That first date turned in to a 9-hour marathon, the first of many memorable days between these two.
Elise and Trev have spent the past 6 years writing an epic love story that includes surviving a 4-month quarantine at the McCune's house, graduating from medical and PA school, building new friendships, watching/attending as many sporting events as possible, and traveling both near and far. The best of their travels took them to the beautiful country of Iceland where they spent 16 days traveling around the Ring Road, car-camping in a Subaru. It was on this ring road that Trev knelt down on one knee, underneath the mist of the Gljufrafoss waterfall and proposed to Elise. She had the biggest smile on her face and screamed yes!
I was beyond excited when Elise reached out to tell me she was engaged to Trev and wanted to use Something Blue to capture all of their wedding memories. I had the best time getting to know these two at their engagement session in Lincoln Park last Fall. When the time came for Elise and Trev’s wedding at The Brix we were all really excited, it was a gorgeous early Fall day and every detail came together so beautifully. Christy loved snapping some fun shots of the bridesmaids in their matching jumpsuits with Elise while I took pictures of all of Elise’s pretty details, I could hear the girls’ laughter all the way down the hall at the hotel. Once Elise was dressed she did the sweetest reveal with her bridesmaids, our friend Grace is expecting and was especially emotional seeing her gorgeous sister as a bride!
From the hotel we made our way to The Brix where we met up with Trev. He was nervous but looked so handsome in his light suit, those nerves melted away the moment he saw his beautiful bride. After Elise and Trev’s first look we had a lot of fun photographing their wonderful wedding party before taking some romantic pictures of Elise and Trev together before their ceremony. Trev shed a few tears as he watched Elise walk down the aisle, it was all so sweet and just perfect. We found the prettiest golden light just before sunset and then settled in for a delicious dinner and rollicking celebration during their reception. This was truly the most perfect day and we were so grateful to be a part of it!!
Congratulations, Elise and Trev, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Elise and Trev’s gorgeous wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
The Brix on the Fox
WEDDING COORDINATOR
BW Studio + Events
FLORIST
Bright + Bloom Floral Design
HAIR & MAKEUP
Pin Me Up Chicago
DJ
DJUj
WEDDING CAKE
Herb's Bakery
WEDDING RINGS
Kesslers Diamonds
BRIDAL GOWN
Essence Bridal Collection
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Diana’s Bridal
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
MENSWEAR
Men's Wearhouse
Casey & Josh’s Lovely Rolling Green Country Club Wedding
Casey and Josh first met when they were in high school and decided to start dating before graduation. They felt connected enough to maintain a long-distance relationship while they were both in college and . . .
Casey and Josh first met when they were in high school and decided to start dating before graduation. They felt connected enough to maintain a long-distance relationship while they were both in college and soon after both returned to Chicago where their love only continued to grow stronger. Before long they were engaged and planning to start their happily ever after with the most perfect celebration at Rolling Green Country Club.
I loved the conversations I had with Casey and Josh leading up to their wedding, they are just the most easy-going and loving couple. Their happiness shines through and I could not wait to celebrate their wedding with them! Conrad and Christy joined me at Rolling Green on that gorgeous sunny September day, Casey looked stunning thanks to the talented team at The Artistry Vibe, we loved her soft hair and makeup set against her sleek lace Madi Lane gown from Sew Bridal Shop. Casey and Josh chose not to see each other before their ceremony, so that moment when she walked down the aisle on her Dad’s arm was that much more special. After their ceremony Casey and Josh celebrated with an epic dip kiss in the aisle, and from that moment on they were all smiles together for the rest of the day!
We finished with family photos and then took Casey and Josh our on the beautiful course at Rolling Green for some pictures. It was just such a relaxing and chill vibe to be with these newlyweds, we could have spent hours taking pictures and video with them! Afterwards we settled into the reception space at Rolling Green for the most perfect night – we were treated to delicious food, thoughtful toasts and great dancing to celebrate the newlyweds. It was the perfect day and we were so happy to be a part of it!
Congratulations, Casey and Josh, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Casey and Josh’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Rolling Green Country Club
FLORIST
Romance in Blooms
HAIR & MAKEUP
The Artistry Vibe
WEDDING CAKE
Lovin Oven
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Sew Bridal Shop
WEDDING RINGS
Rogers and Holland
BRIDAL SHOES
Journee Collection
MENSWEAR
The Black Tux
Sarah & Ryan’s Gorgeous Boxed and Burlap Wedding
Sarah and Ryan first met in February 2017 at a Harper Baseball party. Her friend Jessica had a crush on Ryan at the time, and Sarah could totally see why. Months later, Ryan and Sarah rekindled through her friend . . .
Sarah and Ryan first met in February 2017 at a Harper Baseball party. Her friend Jessica had a crush on Ryan at the time, and Sarah could totally see why. Months later, Ryan and Sarah rekindled through her friend Jessica and the rest is history. Sarah and Ryan have been together since October of 2017 and got engaged in April of 2024 while on a trip with friends in Galena, Ryan had planned the perfect moment to ask Sarah to marry him and they then celebrated with their closest family and friends.
When I first met Sarah I was beyond excited to be a part of her wedding, she is truly one of the sweetest people and just gorgeous inside and out. I had a lot of fun getting to know Sarah and Ryan at their beautiful Fall engagement session last year in Lincoln Park. Christy was able to meet and get to know Sarah when she scheduled a Boudoir Session as a surprise wedding gift for Ryan – he was beyond excited to see those stunning photos when he opened his gift on their wedding day!
Christy and I made the trip up to Wisconsin together for Sarah and Ryan’s wedding and the weather and vibes could not have been better. We arrived at Boxed and Burlap and immediately realized this was one of our new favorite venues, everything about this place is just perfect. The rustic aesthetic, beautiful landscaping and fluttering butterflies all set the scene for an unforgettable celebration. Sarah looked especially gorgeous and bridal thanks to the work of Melissa Ann Artistry and AG Hair Design. Once she was dressed Sarah had a sweet reveal with her bridesmaids before seeing her Dad, we just loved seeing all the joyful support that everyone gave Sarah! From there she walked towards the ceremony site for her first look with Ryan, his response to seeing his gorgeous bride was just adorable. Ryan was really emotional as he shared his private vows with Sarah, it was one of our favorite moments of the day.
After taking plenty of beautiful pictures with Sarah and Ryan’s wedding party and immediate families we settled in for their ceremony. Sarah was glowing while Ryan continued to be in awe of his bride. There was a lot of happy celebrating after the ceremony leading into cocktail hour, and as the light softened we took some gorgeous pictures up in front of the coffee shop. Then it was time for the reception to begin – after they were introduced Sarah and Ryan took a celebratory shot of their new “The Roberts” shot ski before being treated to several memorable toasts during dinner. Once the dance floor opened the party was really in full swing, the shot ski got a lot of use and the DJ kept everyone dancing and having fun at the photo booth. Before we left we met out at the butterfly garden for a sparkler exit, the perfect way to end the most amazing and unforgettable day! Sarah and Ryan two bring out the best in each other and clearly share so much love between them, it was such an honor to be a part of this perfect day!
Congratulations, Sarah and Ryan, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Sarah and Ryan’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Boxed and Burlap
DAY-OF COORDINATION
Something Blue
VIDEOGRAPHY
Flower and Oak Films
HAIR
AG Hair Design
MAKEUP
Melissa Ann Artistry
CATERER
Chic Chef Catering
WEDDING CAKE
Blackbird Bakery
April & Paul’s Pretty Chevy Chase Country Club Wedding
April and Paul met like all other modern love stories – on an obscure dating app. Paul was the first person that April met on a dating app; their first date was at a Mexican restaurant where they hit it off and talked for . . .
April and Paul met like all other modern love stories – on an obscure dating app. Paul was the first person that April met on a dating app; their first date was at a Mexican restaurant where they hit it off and talked for multiple hours. They were able to joke around from the beginning, and he even made a "choose your own adventure" PowerPoint presentation for her before making things official.
April and Paul enjoy playing games with family, which is what gave Paul the idea for his proposal. He contacted the creator of one of their favorite games, Doomlings. Paul worked with the team at Doomlings to create a card to use while playing a round with April’s family, and had the ring ready after he played the card. The card has a caricature of April and Paul with their cat and dog, with the backdrop of Yellowstone, as they had just returned from a trip through Yellowstone. What a unique and creative way to propose!!
Conrad and Lindsay were excited to celebrate April and Paul’s wedding with them over Labor Day weekend at one of our favorite venues, Chevy Chase Country Club. After first meeting at the hotel for some sweet getting ready photos and a bridesmaids’ reveal with April and her girls we headed to the beautiful St. John Brebeuf Church to meet with Paul before their traditional Catholic ceremony. Paul sweetly shed SO many tears when April walked down the aisle, and then after the ceremony he kept looking at and touching the new ring on his finger. Paul’s wedding ring was especially unique as it has pieces of meteor embedded in it! As they walked back down the aisle after becoming husband and wife Paul did a happy little heel-click jump, it was just the most joyful moment!
After photos at the church we made our way to Chevy Chase for more pictures with the wedding party before the reception began. Guests were treated to some amazing live music during cocktail hour, and there were gorgeous flowers everywhere thanks to April’s Mom – she lovingly put in so much work and designed the flowers as a gift for her daughter! Surrounded by friends and family (some of whom traveled all the way from Poland to celebrate!) April and Paul began their forever together, it was such a perfect day and we were so happy to be a part of it!
Congratulations, April and Paul, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of April and Paul’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
HAIR & MAKEUP
Melanie's Makeup Artistry
WEDDING CAKE
Lovin' Oven Cakery
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Kathryn's Bridal
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
MENSWEAR
Men's Wearhouse
Michelle & Matt’s Unforgettable Fishermen’s Inn Wedding
Michelle and Matt met online where they matched on not one but two different dating apps. Michelle liked that he had pictures of himself dressed in a Star Wars costume because she had a picture of herself dressed in . . .
Michelle and Matt met online where they matched on not one but two different dating apps. Michelle liked that he had pictures of himself dressed in a Star Wars costume because she had a picture of herself dressed in her Ren-Faire garb. They bonded over ramen, nerdy figurines and a love for adventure. She loves his quick wit and silly Dad jokes, he loves her cute distractibility and love of nature (Michelle is an amazing nature photographer!) The signs all pointed towards these two being absolutely made for one another, and we feel just so lucky that we were able to be a part of their unforgettable wedding.
The weather was really steamy when Conrad and I arrived at Fishermen’s Inn for Michelle and Matt’s wedding. We were delighted to find Michelle and her girls in great spirits, it was so much fun snapping some “getting ready” pics with these girls and then watching Michelle transform into a woodland fairy princess once she stepped into her gorgeous Demetrios gown from Reddington Bridal. Michelle and Matt had their first look outside and exchanged their private vows (handwritten in leather-bound Hogwarts journals, of course!) Conrad and I were absolutely dripping sweat after being outside for only a few minutes, we had a feeling that the weather couldn’t hold and that a storm might be coming. Sure enough, after we finished pictures with Michelle and Matt’s wedding party the sky turned incredibly dark and it felt like someone turned on the air conditioning. We took a few last pictures of Michelle and Matt by the water wheel before the heavens completely opened up and a monster storms rolled in!
Michelle and Matt barely batted an eye as the weather raged outside, it got so crazy that at one point the venue lost power! It was only for a moment, and soon we were celebrating Michelle and Matt’s wedding ceremony downstairs. After they officially became husband and wife we took a few more photos outside (once the rain stopped!) and then enjoyed an amazing evening of good food, laughter, thoughtful toasts and epic music – we loved being a part of this amazing day!!
Congratulations, Michelle and Matt, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Michelle and Matt’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Fishermen’s Inn
FLORIST
Purple Rose Floral
HAIR & MAKEUP
Hairs 2 The Bride
WEDDING GOWN
Demetrios
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Reddington Bridal
BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES
Azazie
MENSWEAR
Men's Wearhouse
Courtney & Ryan’s Pretty Cog Hill Wedding
Courtney and Ryan were very close friends during high school and into their college years. She has fond memories of him visiting her at Durbins while she worked as a waitress and him visiting her . . .
Courtney and Ryan were very close friends during high school and into their college years. She has fond memories of him visiting her at Durbins while she worked as a waitress and him visiting her at ISU. Ryan stood out in their friend group as one of the first to obtain his driver's license and his own car. Courtney will never forget the time they were pulled over by the police, and Ryan claimed she was his girlfriend in hopes that the police would let them go. Who could have known then what life had in store for them!
When Courtney and Ryan entered their mid-twenties, life led them on separate paths and they didn't see each other for a few years. However, fate had other plans for Courtney and Ryan. They unexpectedly ran into each other at a wedding in 2022, and after that Ryan texted Courtney inviting her to dinner to catch up. Their reunion over dinner at Deja Brew marked the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. From that moment onward, Courtney and Ryan’s relationship deepened, blossoming into a profound and enduring love story.
Conrad was so excited to meet Courtney and Ryan when they chose Something Blue to photograph their big day. Courtney worked hard to make sure every detail was perfect for her wedding day, but she was most excited for that moment when she walked down the aisle with her Dad to see Ryan for the first time. We loved being alongside this social and super friendly couple as they started their forever together at Cog Hill, this was a beautiful day!!
Congratulations, Courtney and Ryan, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Courtney and Ryan’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
Cog Hill
FLORIST
Catherine's Gardens
DJ
DJ Cano
WEDDING RINGS
Martin & Martin Jewlers
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Wedding Design Studio
Lauren & Andy’s Gorgeous Redfield Estate at The Grove Wedding
Lauren and Andy met during “Welcome Week” their Freshman year at Northwestern University in 2016. After getting to know each other, having a few Engineering classes together, and getting closer with a small group of shared friends . . .
Lauren and Andy met during “Welcome Week” their Freshman year at Northwestern University in 2016. After getting to know each other, having a few Engineering classes together, and getting closer with a small group of shared friends, they slowly developed feelings for one another and Andy decided to ask Lauren out that Spring. Andy invited Lauren to meet at the lakefront, but she didn’t realize it would just be the two of them until right beforehand. Andy serenaded Lauren with "Just The Way You Are" by Bruno Mars, confessed his feelings, and asked her out – and the rest is history!
Through the rest of college, Lauren and Andy supported each other through ups and downs, studied abroad together in London and traveled across Europe, became best friends, created hundreds of inside jokes, and fell completely in love. After graduating, they moved in together and adopted a cat named Artemis. They passionate about cooking and trying new recipes, enjoy going to the gym and running together, and traveling. On October 1st, 2023 they took a trip to Oahu, Hawaii where Andy proposed to Lauren on a beach during the sunrise.
Last Fall I got to know Lauren and Andy at their engagement session, it was only fitting for us to take those photographs along the lake on the Northwestern campus where Andy first confessed his feelings to Lauren. Andy brought along his guitar to recreate the sweetly romantic moment, it was so endearing to see these two in their element. When their wedding day arrived we were really excited to capture the love between Lauren and Andy at The Redfield Estate at The Grove, this was truly such a perfect and unforgettable day! Lauren looked stunning in her lacy Maggie Sottero gown surrounded by her sunny bridesmaids in their yellow Birdy Grey dresses. Dramatic and beautiful loose florals from EcoWilde made this day that much more gorgeous, everything moment and every detail just felt natural, warm and inviting, just like Lauren and Andy’s love. Truly, this was a day we wish we could live over and over again, what an honor it was to be alongside Lauren and Andy as they started their forever together!
Congratulations, Lauren and Andy, we love you and wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
To see all of Lauren and Andy’s beautiful wedding photos, click here
VENDOR DETAILS
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Something Blue
VENUE
The Redfield Estate at The Grove
FLORIST
EcoWilde
HAIR & MAKEUP
Pin Me Up Chicago
DESSERTS
The Hearty Boys
WEDDING DRESS BOUTIQUE
Volle's
BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES
Birdy Grey
MENSWEAR
Generation Tux
ENGAGEMENT RING
Brilliant Earth
GROOM’S RING
The Woodcutter's Dream