Eliza & Patrick’s Black Tie Chicago Athletic Association Wedding

Patrick and Eliza’s stunning Chicago Athletic Association wedding was much anticipated, to say the least! After a two-plus year engagement, they were ready to tie the knot! (Check out their engagement session from last August here!) Family and friends traveled from near and far to celebrate these two, and believe me: a celebration it was.

When I first heard from Eliza and Patrick, I immediately knew we’d be a great fit. It was clear that the people surrounding them and all the little moments were more important than looking like the cover of a magazine (although they could be… have you seen these two together??! Fire AND style!). Since that’s basically my photography style in a nutshell, I’d say we were a perfect match 🙂

There are so many moments from this day that I will never forget. From their intimate first look in the White City Ballroom to the emotional ceremony… I don’t think there was one dry eye (seriously)! The weather even cooperated for some lovely garden photos at the Art Institute of Chicago. One of my favorite moments was our champagne night cap on Madison Avenue (shout out to Regina for helping make this happen!). One thing’s for certain: this day was all about making memories.

Eliza and Patrick: THANK YOU so much for having us this year!! You two were a joy to photograph and I wish you nothing but happiness in your journey together.

Vendor Team

Venue: Chicago Athletic Association Hotel/Wedding Planner: Regina of Amelia Cole Events/Bride’s dress: Rita Vinieris/Bride’s shoes: Journee, Vans/Groom’s suit: Men’s Wearhouse/Florals: Flowers for Dreams/Hair & Makeup: Bridal Brigade/Invitation: Minted/Bride’s rings: Noémie, Brilliant Earth/Groom’s ring: Bellyssa Jewelry/DJ: Okyne Medialab/Cake: Cake Chicago/Catering: CAA/Dessert: CAA/2nd shooter: Jeremy

Happy bride and groom at their Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony in Madison Room
Downtown Chicago Athletic Association Hotel on Michigan Avenue
Gold and white invitations for summer Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bridal details and rose gold invitation for black tie Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Engagement and wedding bands with rose gold invitation detail at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride's dress and veil hanging in suite at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding venue
Bride's custom hanger and wedding dress hanging at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
Bridal details and bouquet in suite at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Groom getting ready for Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Groom getting ready for summer wedding at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
Detail photo of groom buttoning vest at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Groom and groomsmen clink glasses at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Bride getting ready in suite at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Bride and bridesmaids first look at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Bridesmaids see bride for first time at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Happy bride in suite at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Emotional bridesmaid getting ready with bride at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
View of Millennium Park from White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
First look in White City Ballroom at summer Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and groom's first look in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Emotional first look in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and groom kiss during their first look at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and groom embrace during emotional first look at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Chicago Athletic Association wedding photo of bride and groom in White City Ballroom
Fun photo on Bocce court of bride and groom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and groom kiss on Bocce court at their Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Art Institute of Chicago building downtown Michigan Avenue
Classic wedding party photo at the Art Institute of Chicago wedding with South Garden sculptural fountain
Chicago Athletic Association wedding party photo at Art Institute South Garden
Candid wedding party photo at Art Institute of Chicago South Garden
Close up photo of bride and bridesmaids bouquets at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Candid photo of wedding party laughing at Art Institute Garden before Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and bridesmaids in lavender dresses at Art Institute of Chicago wedding venue
Groom and Best Man at Art Institute of Chicago gardens before Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and groom kiss in South Garden at the Art Institute of Chicago wedding venue
Romantic photo of bride and groom on wedding day at the Art Institute of Chicago South Garden
Bride and groom embrace in South Garden at the Art Institute of Chicago before their Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Romantic Chicago wedding photo of bride and groom in garden at Art Institute of Chicago
Happy bride and groom at the Art Institute of Chicago before their Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Art Institute of Chicago wedding photo of bride and groom with fountain in South Garden
Happy bride and groom embrace in garden at Art Institute of Chicago wedding venue
Wedding party crosses Michigan Avenue downtown for Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding photo of bride and groom on grand staircase
Custom stained glass art at Chicago Athletic Association wedding venue and hotel
Sign for Madison Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding venue
Custom wedding ceremony program for Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Elegant floral installation for summer Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Guests arrive for Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony in Madison Ballroom
Groom and mother enter Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony in Madison Ballroom
Bride and father walk down aisle for Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony in Madison Ballroom
Happy groom as bride walks down aisle at Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Bride and father enter ceremony at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding ceremony in Madison Ballroom
Happy bride and father during summer Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Father gives away bride during emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Groom hugs father of the bride in emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Emotional black tie Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony in Madison Ballroom
Guests and family during emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Emotional wedding ceremony in Madison Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
Happy bride during emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Bride laughs during emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Groom smiles during emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding in Madison Ballroom
Bride and groom exchange rings during emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Bride and groom's first kiss in Madison Ballroom during Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Happy guests applaud during emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Candid photo of bride and groom moments after their emotional Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Just married bride and groom after their Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Bride and groom share a kiss after their Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony in Madison Ballroom
Escort card display and photos at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Gray and gold escort cards for black tie Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and groom's wedding cake with custom penguin cake toppers at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
White City Ballroom set for summer Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception table and champagne pour in White City Ballroom
Custom table details and candlelight at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception table in White City Ballroom
Custom penguin cake toppers for bride and groom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Custom wedding guest book with photo booth strips at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Groom mingles with guests after Chicago Athletic Association wedding ceremony
Delicious appetizer plate at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Mini sandwich appetizer at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Candid photo of bride with guests at cocktail hour during Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Newlyweds sweetheart table in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding venue
Bride and groom enter their Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding reception in White City Ballroom
Lively bride and groom on dance floor during Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Bride and groom entertain guests during their Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Guests applaud newlyweds as they enter Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Bride and groom's first dance in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Happy bride and groom dance at their Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Romantic photo of bride and groom's first dance at their Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and groom's first dance in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Welcome toast by Father of the Bride at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Candid photo of bride and groom at head table during Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Father of bride speech in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Bride and groom enjoy speeches at head table during Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Maid of Honor speech in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Best Man speech in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Bride and groom kiss at head table during Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Mother son dance at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Groom and mother dance in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Lively father daughter dance in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Father daughter dance at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Bride and father dance in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Open dance floor in White City Ballroom at Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Guests party on dance floor during Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Impromptu conga line during Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Bride and groom dancing with guests at summer Chicago Athletic Association wedding
Guests enjoy open dance floor at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel wedding
Guests enjoy open dance floor at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Guests enjoy photo booth by Emma Mullins Photography at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Chocolate table with decadent desserts at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception dessert table featuring chocolate cupcakes
Mini vanilla cupcakes and desserts served at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Chocolate candy served at elegant Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Decadent chocolate tarts served on dessert table at Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Guests look out at Millennium Park from White City Ballroom during Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Chicago newlyweds pop champagne on Madison Avenue outside their Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Happy bride and groom celebrate with champagne outside of their Chicago Athletic Association wedding reception
Just married bride and groom show off wedding rings outside their Chicago Athletic Association wedding

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