Destination Evanston Wedding at Alice Millar Chapel – Allison & Jason

Allison and Jason’s Alice Millar Chapel wedding last fall was one I’ll never forget. Originally scheduled for October 2020, these two made the difficult decision to postpone their festivities until the following year. However, after spending a few minutes with Allison, I learned that they were legally married in Florida on their original date! I was so full of congratulations, it made me even more excited to capture this day.

Jason and Allison got ready separately at Evanston’s Hyatt House before heading to the chapel. This was my first ceremony at Alice Millar Chapel, and believe me, the stained glass is even more impressive in person! Once the knot was (re)tied, we were off to explore their old stomping grounds. Oh, and the weather forecast didn’t faze them at all… have you seen their rainy day engagement photos?! These two were already pros!

A little backstory:

Though they currently reside in Florida, Allison and Jason met while attending Northwestern University! A destination wedding on campus had always been a top priority. Their words: “As an homage to the place that brought us together, we’ve chosen to return to Evanston for our wedding so we can share this place with all of our loved ones.

After touring campus with the wedding party, it was time to join their guests at the Halim Museum. Allison and Jason made a point to work with some favorite local vendors from their time in Illinois, including Hoosier Mama Pie! The entire day was full of unique, personal touches that really made it feel like them. One of my favorite parts of the reception was the Newlywed pancake portrait, created by Dancakes in front of our eyes 🙂

Allison and Jason: Thank you again for having me in October!! I’m so happy you finally got to have your wedding in this meaningful place. Wishing you nothing but the best in Married Life!!!

Vendor Team

Hotel: Hyatt House Evanston / Ceremony Venue: Alice Millar Chapel / Reception Venue: Halim Time & Glass Museum / Bride’s dress: Maggie Sottero / Bride’s shoes: Toms / Groom’s suit: The Black Tux / Groom’s tie: Brackish / Florist: Larkspur / Hair & Makeup: Bianca Sansosti Artistry / Wedding bands: Bay Hill Jewelers / Engagement ring: Verragio / Stationery: Minted / DJ: Toast & Jam / Bakery: Hoosier Mama Pie / Pancake Art: Dancakes / Second Photographer: Nohemi

Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony with colorful stained glass window in Evanston, Illinois
Custom wedding invitation suite with purple florals and wedding bands for Alice Millar Chapel Wedding
Bride's lace dress hangs in hotel room alongside bouquet and veil at Hyatt House Evanston
Bride's shoes and bouquet with colorful florals for Alice Millar Chapel Wedding
Groom's boutonniere, wedding ring, watch and bowtie in a custom box
Detail photo of bride and groom's wedding rings surrounded by colorful florals
Groom opens a gift from the bride on their wedding day
Detail photo of socks with pixar characters the bride gifted the groom
Groom holds box with wedding rings for Alice Millar Chapel wedding
Bride holds dress while getting ready in Hyatt House Evanston
Mother of the bride and bridesmaid help Bride get into her dress at Hyatt House Evanston
Bride fastens earring while getting ready at Hyatt House Evanston
Detail photo of bride holding colorful bouquet with small photos of her loved ones attached
Bridesmaid and mother of the bride help smiling bride with her dress
Bride reads a note from the groom at Hyatt House Evanston
Northwestern University welcome sign in front of Alice Millar Chapel
exterior of Alice Millar Chapel
Guest holds a custom wedding program for Alice Millar Chapel wedding
Smiling groom awaits his bride at Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony
Smiling Bride walks with her parents to ceremony at Alice Millar Chapel wedding
Bride and her parents walk down the aisle during Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony
Groomsmen stand together in anticipation during Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony
Bride and her parents smile as they make their way to the altar at Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony
Bride hugs her mother at the end of the aisle during Alice Millar Chapel wedding
Bride and groom hold hands in front of priest during their Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony
Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony venue with large intricate glass window
Bride and groom hold hands as priest gives opening words at Alice Millar Chapel wedding
Bride and groom's first kiss at Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony at Northwestern University Campus
Just married bride and groom walk down the aisle after Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony
Bride and groom hold hands outside of Alice Millar Chapel before their Halim Museum wedding reception
Candid black and white photo of bride and groom laughing together outside Alice Millar Chapel
Newlyweds share a kiss outside after their Alice Millar Chapel wedding ceremony
Wedding party celebrates at Northwestern University Campus lakefill with painted rocks while holding umbrellas in the rain
Wedding party walks together under umbrellas at lakefront during rainy Northwestern University wedding
Wedding party walks in rain with umbrellas at Northwestern University campus lakefront
Formal photo of bride and bridesmaids in front of Northwestern University campus lakefront
Candid photo of laughing bride in front of lakefront at Northwestern University wedding
Candid photo of bride and bridesmaids laughing together at Northwestern University campus lakefront
Detail photo of groom's boutonniere including a deep purple peony and small pink rose
Portrait of smiling groom at Evanston lakefront before Halim Museum wedding reception
Groomsmen stand together at lakefront for Northwestern University campus wedding
Romantic photo of bride and groom at Northwestern University campus lakefront in Evanston
Bride and groom share intimate moment on their Chicago wedding day at Northwestern University campus lakefront
Portrait of wedding party in front of Northwestern University campus building
Exterior sign to Halim Time and Glass Museum wedding venue
Custom blue and gold welcome sign at Halim Museum wedding reception
Head table decorated with colorful florals and candles
Detail photo of reception table decor with custom menu at Halim Museum wedding reception
Eclectic reception table decor with custom table numbers and vibrant florals at Halim Museum wedding reception
Newlywed gift table at Halim Museum wedding reception in Evanston, Illinois
Wedding cake tower made of raspberry pies and custom cake topper at Halim Museum wedding reception
Champagne glass on head table at Halim Museum wedding reception
Custom seating chart and photos of newlyweds on display at Halim Museum wedding reception
Custom guest book illustration of Alice Millar Chapel on display at Halim Museum wedding reception
Geometric guest book sign on display at Halim Museum wedding reception
Detail photo of guest signatures on unique illustrated guest book
Smiling bride and groom enter their fall Halim Museum wedding reception
Bride feeds wedding cake to groom during fall Halim Museum wedding reception in Evanston
Groom thanks guests at head table during Halim Museum wedding reception
Maid of Honor's emotional speech at head table during Halim Museum wedding reception
Best Man gives a speech at Halim Time and Glass Museum wedding reception
Best Man smiles during toast at Halim Museum wedding reception
Guests smile during toasts at Halim Museum wedding reception
Bride and Best Man give secret handshake during Halim Museum wedding reception
Bride and groom's first dance at Halim Museum wedding reception
Happy bride and groom dance during their Halim Museum wedding reception in Evanston, Illinois
Bride and groom share an intimate moment during first dance at Halim Museum wedding reception
Happy bride laughs during first dance with groom at Halim Museum wedding
Bride dances with her father at Halim Museum wedding reception
Groom dances with mother during Halim Museum wedding reception
Bride and father dance during Halim Museum wedding reception
Pie flavor sign on dessert table decorated with vibrant florals
Plated pie slices on dessert table decorated with greenery at Halim Museum wedding reception
Dessert table with assorted pieces of pie and treats at Halim Museum wedding
Detail photo of bottles of pancake mix for custom pancakes at Halim Museum wedding
Artist creates a custom pancake portrait of the bride and groom on griddle at Halim Museum wedding
Bottle of maple syrup on pancake art table at Halim Museum wedding reception
Bride and groom hold their custom pancake portrait during Halim Museum wedding reception
Guests dance during reception at Halim Museum wedding
Guests enjoy their time on the dance floor during reception at Halim Museum wedding
Bridesmaids and bride sing along to song and dance during reception at Halim Museum wedding
black and white photo of guests dancing and singing during reception at Halim Museum wedding
Portrait of bride and groom in clock gallery at Halim Museum wedding reception
Romantic photo of bride and groom kissing in stained glass gallery at Halim Museum wedding venue
Bride and groom share a kiss under stained glass ceiling at Halim Museum wedding

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