Tropical Inspired Crystal Gardens Wedding Styled Shoot at Navy Pier

Last month I had the privilege of participating in Styled Shoots Across America‘s Chicago shoot at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens. Photographing a Crystal Gardens wedding is an absolute dream – just look at this place!! While the weather outside still hadn’t reached “spring,” we had all the tropical vibes to ourselves 🙂 An incredibly talented team of vendors came together to make this shoot possible. Special thanks to our stunning models Willow, Anna and Patrick!

Styled shoots like this one are always an exercise in getting creative. There were about 20 photographers on site, so you can imagine the pressure! All of us in the same place while simultaneously trying to capture our perfect images. Yes, this can be quite a challenge at times, but one that I’m 100% up for! Thankfully, I was able to surprise myself and create some images I’m really proud of. Below are some of my favorites from the day.

Enjoy!!

Vendor Team

Host: Styled Shoots Across America/Planning & Design: Heather Benge Events/Assistant Coordinator: Urban Allure Events/Venue: The Crystal Gardens/Flowers: Intrigue Teaches/Cake: Chicago Custom Cakes/Decor: Boho Blush/Makeup: Makeup by Natalie/Hair: Unfading Beauty by Julia/Linens: Nuage Designs/Stationary: Emery Ann Design/Calligraphy: Things Unseen Designs/Jewelry: Lindsay Marie Design/Lollipops: Flour & Fig/Paper Flowers: Floral by Emily Jane/Gowns: Alyssa Kristin Bridal/Shoes: David Tutera Footwear/Models: Willow Star, Anna DeBlecourt & fiancé

Crystal Gardens wedding portrait of bride and groom under fountain
Wedding invitation suite for tropical Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier Chicago
Bridal details and jewelry for Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot at Navy Pier
diamond earrings at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
getting ready table in bridal suite with shoes and earrings at Crystal Gardens wedding
seating place card setup for tropical Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier
name place card holders at tropical Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
tropical theme wedding cake table at Crystal Gardens Navy Pier
tropical theme wedding cake at Crystal Gardens Navy Pier styled shoot
close up photo of diamond ring in orchid vines on tropical wedding cake at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens
Mr & Mrs wedding cake serving plate and forks for bride and groom at Chicago Crystal Gardens wedding
tropical theme place cards table at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
tropical theme place cards at Chicago Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
tropical flowers decor at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
tropical flower fram decor at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
tropical fruits wedding decor at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding shoot with stunning bride and tropical bouquet
bride holding tropical bouquet at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
tropical flowers bouquet at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
glass bar cart with tropical fruits and flowers at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
tropical theme bridal bouquet and pink flamingo decor at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
tropical fruits and floral lollipop on bar cart at tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding
fruit bowl with kiwi and kumquats at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
wicker bridal throne with tropical flowers at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
tropical theme wedding details at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens Chicago
Chicago bride holding tropical bouquet at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
bridal portrait in wicker throne at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding tropical styled shoot
palm tree tops and glass ceiling at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens Chicago
Chicago bride and groom at tropical Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
bride and groom having a moment at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
Chicago bride poses at tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot at Navy Pier Chicago
Chicago bride holding tropical orchid bouquet during Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
Bouquet of orchids and tropical flowers at Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier
Chicago bride and groom portrait during tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier
candid moment between bride and groom during tropical Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier Chicago
Colorful portrait of bride and groom during tropical Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding in Chicago
Bride and groom newlywed photo under fountain at tropical Crystal Gardens wedding
candid moment of Chicago bride and groom under fountain at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
groom feeds bride orange slice at tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding
colorful tropical theme head table decor at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
personalized newlywed sign on chair at head table for tropical Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
table setting with menu and flowers at tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding in Chicago
close up of tropical theme menu at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
menu and place setting at tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
groom's place setting at tropical Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
tropical theme table linens with hummingbird at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
tropical centerpiece on head table at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
candid photo of Chicago bride at table during Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot at Navy Pier
Chicago bride at head table during tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier
close up photo of tropical centerpiece at Navy Pier Chicago Crystal Gardens wedding
room shot of tropical theme decor at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
candid moment of Chicago bride and groom outside at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
Chicago bride and groom hold personalized sign at their Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
Chicago wedding photo of bride and groom with skyline and flowing dress at tropical theme Navy Pier wedding
Chicago bride and groom with skyline at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
candid photo of Chicago newlyweds at Navy Pier wedding
Bride and groom at cake table during Navy Pier tropical Crystal Gardens wedding
Invitation for Chicago Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier in hands of bride and groom
Chicago groom portrait at tropical Crystal Gardens wedding styled shoot
close up of groom's tropical boutonnière at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
Chicago bride and groom cut cake at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens wedding
candid photo of Chicago bride and groom cutting wedding cake at Navy Pier Crystal Gardens
Chicago newlyweds feed each other cake during tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier
Bridal portrait in wicker throne during tropical theme Crystal Gardens wedding at Navy Pier

2 Replies to “Tropical Inspired Crystal Gardens Wedding Styled Shoot at Navy Pier”

  1. Nicole Fauls says:

    I love this! Had such a blast doing this with you!

    1. Emma says:

      Thanks Nicole!! Me too – looking forward to future collaborations 🙂

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