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Stacey & Mike – An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

I met Stacey & Mike back in the fall to shoot their engagement session, and we hit it off right away.  With such a fun couple and the beautiful city as the background for their wedding celebration, I knew their wedding would be fantastic.  And let me tell you, it did not disappoint!

With great anticipation, Stacey and her bridesmaids got ready in her highrise condo in River North, with a stunning view of the skyline just outside the window.

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Love love love love the vintage style of Stacey’s dress!

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

I just adore this creamy-dreamy color palette.

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

 

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

The ceremony was held just walking distance away at Assumption Church.

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

The couple’s handwritten vows had me (and Stacey of course!) on the verge of tears.

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

After the ceremony we made a few stops around the museum campus for some photos.  The weather threatened to force us inside, but once we stopped to get some photos by Buckingham Fountain, the skies began to clear and we were golden!

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Last stop was Kinzie Street bridge.  A great spot if you want Chicago architecture without the busy-ness of tourist downtown.

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Last, but certainly not least, we headed to the stunning reception at the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza.  One of my favorite venues downtown, really, with large windows overlooking the Chicago River, and beautifully clean, modern lines.

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey’s brother and sister-in-law sang “Unforgettable” as the couple shared their first dance.

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey & Mike   An Elegant Modern Wedding in Chicago, Illinois

Stacey and Mike, you two are the best.  Your wedding was truly unforgettable!  If you could hear how much I gushed about your wedding to my co-workers afterward you’d probably think I’m a weirdo. :-)

[This wedding was photographed for George Street Photo & Video.]