Brigette & Michael’s Destination Chicago Wedding at Cafe Brauer

Last September, I had the pleasure of photographing Brigette and Michael’s Cafe Brauer wedding in Chicago. You may remember these two from their downtown summer engagement session in 2020! Fun fact: When they originally booked their venue, Brigette and Michael lived within walking distance. But, then there was a pandemic, and – things changed a little bit. One day Michael shared news that they’d moved to Denver, and their Cafe Brauer wedding would now be a destination wedding! I was pumped!!

The day began at Hotel Lincoln with Brigette and her wedding party. There was no shortage of music or dancing… or champagne! When it was time, we hopped on a trolley to Northwestern Law School to meet up with Michael’s side. This is where Brigette and Michael first met, and I absolutely love that they decided to have their first look here! They even exchanged private vows in the courtyard, one of my favorite ways to break tradition 🙂

Lincoln Park Honeycomb Wedding Ceremony

After a quick stop for photos with the skyline (and more dancing, of course!), we made our way back to Lincoln Park. Originally having planned a Cafe Brauer wedding, Brigette and Michael opted to move their ceremony to the Lincoln Park Honeycomb! Okay – it’s not technically called the Honeycomb… but if you live in Chicago you most likely know what I mean by this! In a COVID-19 world, this was the perfect alternative to an indoor ceremony. Brigette and Michael made it official surrounded by loved ones, and even had a former professor officiate. Believe me, the celebration continued throughout the night! I’m so happy I got to capture this unforgettable day!!

Brigette and Michael: Thank you again for trusting us to capture these memories for you. It’s been a pleasure working with you two! Wishing you all the happiness in the world.

Vendor Team

Venue: Cafe Brauer / Hotel: Hotel Lincoln / Planner: Natalie Gudel / Bride’s dress: Anna Kara / Bride’s shoes: Loeffler Randall / Groom’s suit: Generation Tux / Florist: Flower Firm / Hair Stylist: Reed Hairstyling / Makeup Artist: Kiss This Makeup / Stationery: Raise Your Words Design / Engagement ring: Family heirloom / Groom’s ring: Family heirloom / Bride’s ring: Acredo / Live Band: TVK Orchestra / Caterer: Tigerlily Events / Cake: Sweet Mandy B’s / Second Photographer: Meg

Wedding party cheers while bride and groom kiss with Chicago skyline in background at Olive Park
Invitation suite with wedding bands and bridal details for Cafe Brauer wedding
Exterior of Hotel Lincoln
Wedding rings with blue florals on custom invitation for Cafe Brauer wedding in Lincoln Park
Bride's dress hangs on mirror at top of stairs in Hotel Lincoln before Chicago Cafe Brauer wedding
Detail photo of diamond engagement ring and gold wedding bands with invitation for Cafe Brauer wedding
Bride's dress hangs on custom hanger at Hotel Lincoln before Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony
Candid photo of happy bride and bridesmaids as they open champagne at Hotel Lincoln in Chicago
Bride gets ready in mirror at Hotel Lincoln before Chicago Cafe Brauer wedding
Bridesmaid helps bride get ready at Hotel Lincoln in Chicago
Creative photo of bride getting ready with mother at Hotel Lincoln before Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony
Bride puts on shoes at Hotel Lincoln before Chicago Cafe Brauer wedding
Bride with bridesmaids walk across busy Chicago street before Cafe Brauer wedding in Lincoln Park
Entrance to Pritzker Northwestern Law School downtown Chicago
Bride walks though Northwestern Law School courtyard toward groom for their intimate First Look
Bride and groom hold hands during first look in courtyard before Chicago Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony
Bride and groom embrace during first look in Northwestern Law School courtyard
Groom smiles at bride during first look before Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony
Candid photo of bride laughing during first look with groom before their Cafe Brauer wedding
Bride and groom exchange vows during first look before their Cafe Brauer wedding
Formal wedding party photo in courtyard at Chicago's Pritzker Northwestern Law School
Fun wedding party photo of bride and groom kissing outside of Northwestern Law School
Candid black and white photo of bride and groom kissing with wedding party before Cafe Brauer wedding
Wedding party photo before Cafe Brauer wedding at Northwestern Law School
Wedding party photo of bride with bridesmaids before Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony
Casual photo of groom and groomsmen outside of Northwestern Law School in Chicago
Romantic photo of bride and groom kissing on staircase inside Chicago's Northwestern Law School
Happy bride and groom with Chicago skyline at Olive Park before their Cafe Brauer wedding
Groom dips bride with Chicago skyline at Olive Park
Iconic black and white photo of groom kissing bride on cheek with flowing veil at Chicago's Olive Park
Fun photo of wedding party dancing with Chicago skyline at Olive Park
View of historic Chicago wedding venue Cafe Brauer from Bridge over South Pond in Lincoln Park
Ceremony program for September wedding at Cafe Brauer in Lincoln Park
Groom kisses bride at Lincoln Park's Nature Boardwalk before Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony
White and blue florals and greenery decorate Chuppah for Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony
Bride and father enter September wedding ceremony at the Honeycomb in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Groom waits for bride under Chuppah at Lincoln Park Honeycomb for their Cafe Brauer wedding in Chicago
Guests stand while bride walks down the aisle during Lincoln Park Honeycomb wedding ceremony
Candid photo of bride and father entering ceremony during Lincoln Park Honeycomb wedding
Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony underneath Honeycomb in Lincoln Park
Candid photo of bride smiling during Lincoln Park wedding ceremony at Cafe Brauer
Bride wipes tear from groom's eyes during outdoor wedding ceremony at Lincoln Park Honeycomb
Happy groom smiles during outdoor Lincoln Park wedding ceremony
Bride and groom exchange rings during outdoor wedding ceremony in Chicago's Lincoln Park
Groom breaks glass during Jewish Cafe Brauer wedding ceremony at Lincoln Park Honeycomb
Just married bride and groom's first kiss during Lincoln Park Honeycomb wedding ceremony
Just married bride and groom walk down aisle after Lincoln Park Honeycomb wedding ceremony
Formal photo of bride and groom underneath their Chuppah at Lincoln Park Nature Boardwalk
Classic bridal bouquet detail with white roses and blue flowers at Cafe Brauer wedding
Historic Chicago wedding venue Cafe Brauer in Lincoln Park at night
Gold welcome sign on easel at Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Historic Cafe Brauer wedding reception venue featuring skylight in Chicago's Lincoln Park
Black and white escort cards on table for Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Three tier wedding cake on gold stand with white and blue florals at Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Couple's custom gift card box on table at Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Full room shot of historic Cafe Brauer wedding venue in Chicago's Lincoln Park
Head table decorated with candlelight and greenery at Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Bride and groom's escort cards on table with candles and greenery for Cafe Brauer wedding recepiton
Neon sign for Chicago wedding venue Cafe Brauer at night
Bride and groom enter their Cafe Brauer wedding reception in Chicago
Bride and groom's first dance during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Maid of Honor delivering speech at head table during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Best Man gives speech during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Maid of Honor gives speech to bride and groom during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
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Emotional bride wipes away tears during groom's speech at Cafe Brauer wedding
Groom thanks guests at head table during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Bride's parents watch speeches during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Black and white photo of groom delivering speech during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Newlyweds kiss at head table during Cafe Brauer wedding reception in Chicago
Bride and groom cut three tier wedding cake during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Bride and groom feed each other cake at their Cafe Brauer wedding reception in Chicago
Bride and groom kiss during first dance at their Cafe Brauer wedding reception in Chicago
Fun photo of bride dipping groom during first dance at Cafe Brauer wedding reception
View from balcony of groom lifting bride during choreographed first dance at their Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Bride dances with father at Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Groom dances with mother at Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Groom and mother dance during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Bride and father dance during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Guests watch newlyweds dance the Hora during their Jewish Cafe Brauer wedding reception in Chicago
Fun photo of bride and groom in chairs during the Hora at Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Bride and groom dance with guests during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Fun photo of bride and groom dancing with guests at their Cafe Brauer wedding in Chicago
Guests have fun dancing during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Groom dances with guests during Cafe Brauer wedding reception
Newlyweds pop champagne bottle at night outside of Cafe Brauer wedding venue in Chicago
Candid photo of bride and groom holding sparklers with wedding party outside Cafe Brauer wedding venue in Chicago
Romantic night photo of groom dipping bride outside of Cafe Brauer wedding venue with sparklers

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