Meet Laurel & Brian! You may remember them from their engagement session HERE.

We met them at the JW Marriott downtown where they were getting ready for the big day. The forecast was questionable with rain threatening during outdoor photo time. Thankfully it held off for most of the time and after their first look we were able to get some great shots around the corner at Board of Trades. With it being the weekend of the Chicago Marathon some of our original photo locations were not accessible. So when we got on the party bus and it started raining we were already going to option B, and then had to go to option C! Thankfully everyone rolled with the punches!

We headed back to the hotel for the ceremony. I LOVED the gorgeous ballroom they had the ceremony and reception in. The high arched ceiling really created a beautiful frame for their I do’s and dancing after. After some hilarious and heartfelt toasts, guests were ready to hit the dance floor! We snuck out for a couple of night photos in the rain which are some of my favorites!

Congratulations to the newlyweds! Here are some of my favorites!

Ceremony & Reception : JW Marriott

Florist: Mariano’s

DJ: B96 production team

Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas

Hair & Makeup: Blush and Burgundy

Bridal Gown : Hayley Paige at Nordstrom’s

Tuxedos : Black Tie Formalwear

Bridesmaids Gowns: Vera Wang for David’s Bridal

Second Photographer: Brianne Bradbury