When I first met Gina and David I instantly knew that I like them. They are a fun easy going couple and their wedding day certainly reflected that. They got married at Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church in Elmhurst and their reception was at Pinstripes in Oak Brook. At our first meeting they were telling me about the reception and I’d heard of the other Pinstripes locations, but wasn’t familiar with the Oak Brook….. it turns out that’s because it wasn’t even built yet! They booked before the Oak Brook location even opened! I was excited about the fun possibilites for bowling and bocce photos and it didn’t dissapoint!

This June seems to have been the rainiest on record for years and June 1st was no different. Despite some showers in the am we managed to get through the majority of the day rain free. We were dodging sprinkles and dark looming clouds during our photo time. We managed to make it to our second stop when they sky decided to open up and it started pouring rain. It was a mad dash to the cars with all of our gear. I did manage to snap one photo of the couple making a run for it which was one of my favorites of the day…. not posed…. just spur of the moment, running in rain and still smiling from ear to ear!

Congratulations again to Gina & David and thank you for allowing me to be a part of your day!

Ceremony: Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church – Elmhurst, IL

Reception: Pinstripes – Oakbrook, IL (Thanks to Laura and her team for being amazing!)

Hair Stylist: Jennifer Ward

Flowers: Town and Country Gardens

Cake: La La Li Bakery & Patisserie

Bridal Gown and bridesmaids dresses: The Crystal Bride

Tuxes: Gentleman’s Quarters Formalwear

DJ : Matt with A Posh Production

Photography : Becky Brown Photography

Gina’s half brother and his wife were nice enough to let all the girls get ready at their house that’s just a couple blocks from the church. Even better for me was that their front room was blue which matched the wedding colors!

Gina’s dad and brother stopped by right after she had gotten in her dress…. love these reactions!

We headed out to the gorgeous backyard for some photos with the girls before heading to the church.

In case you haven’t noticed yet Gina is an identical twin 🙂

I headed over to the church to meet the guys for a few shots before the ceremony.

Ceremony time!

From there we headed to downtown Elmhurst for some photos near the York Theatre!

And then we made it to the park for about 5 photos before the downpour came….

RUN FOR IT!!!!!

We arrived at Pinstripes and I was soaked from head to toe haha. After drying off a bit we heading into the bowling alley for a few fun shots during cocktail hour.

Some of the reception details before everyone got in the room.