Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse Elopement – Stephanie & Jimmy

In October, I had the pleasure of joining Stephanie and Jimmy at their Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding in Joliet! Not only was this day planned in a matter of weeks, it was also somewhat of a surprise. It’s true! After postponing their group celebration to next fall, these two still wanted to marry this year. I was thrilled when they decided to elope on their original wedding date, and asked me to tag along!

I met these two at the greenhouse on a beautiful fall day, where they shared an emotional first look outside the ceremony space. Honestly, I think their smiles only grew from there! Stephanie and Jimmy tied the knot in an intimate ceremony, surrounded by family and a few friends. In fact, Stephanie’s little brother even played an important role in the ceremony (isn’t he sweet?!). I loved how they made their day so personalized and family-oriented. As you can imagine, elopements like this are always a joy to capture.

Once it was official, I got to have the newlyweds all to myself! We had a chance to explore all the rooms of the Birdhaven Greenhouse, and even the fall foliage of nearby Pilcher Park. Like I said, these two were ALL smiles (thanks for making my job easy, guys!!). Several days later they announced their elopement, and I couldn’t be happier for these two 🙂

CONGRATULATIONS, Stephanie and Jimmy!! Thanks again for asking me to photograph your elopement day – really looking forward to celebrating more next year!

Vendor Team

Venue: Birdhaven Greenhouse & Conservatory/Bride’s dress: David’s Bridal/Bride’s shoes: Bleecker & Bond/Groom’s suit: Tommy Hilfiger/Groom’s shoes: Leonardo Shoes/Florist: Mitchell’s Flowers/Hair Stylist: Hair by Izzy/Makeup: Mario Tricoci/Jeweler: The Classic Gem

Want to see more Stephanie & Jimmy? Check out their dreamy sunset Engagement Session on the Blog!

Romantic photo of bride and groom through palm trees at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Welcome sign to Joliet Park District Birdhaven Greenhouse
Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony location
Fall wedding detail photo of engagement ring and wedding bands on Maple leaf at Pilcher Park
Fall foliage and outdoor plants at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse
Groom and brother outside of Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse before wedding ceremony
Groom's brother pins boutonnière before Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony
Bride approaches groom for first look before their Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding in Joliet
Bride and groom's first look at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and groom embrace outside of Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse before wedding ceremony
Happy bride and groom at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and groom hold hands at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and groom walk across grass to their Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony
Romantic photo of bride and groom at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Groom watches bride enter Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony
Bride and father walk down aisle at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Happy groom watches bride and father walk down aisle at their Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony with tropical plants
Family watches bride and groom during intimate Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony
Happy groom during intimate Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony
Happy bride holds flowers during intimate Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony
Bride's brother gives rings to couple during ceremony at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and groom exchange rings during their intimate Birdhaven Greenhouse elopement
Bride and groom exchange rings during Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and groom's first kiss during intimate Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding in Joliet
Happy bride and groom hold hands at altar during their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse elopement
Just married bride and groom walk down aisle at their intimate Birdhaven Greenhouse elopement
Bride gives thumbs up during wedding ceremony at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse
Just married bride and groom exit their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding ceremony
Candid photo of bride and groom after their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse elopement
Group photo of bride and groom with their guests at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and friend at her Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Fun photo of bride with tropical plants at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and friends in with tropical plants at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Happy bride and groom after their intimate Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and groom walk through leaves after their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse elopement
Vibrand koi pond at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse
Happy bride and groom embrace at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and groom slow dance near gazebo at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Romantic photo of bride and groom with greenery at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Romantic photo of bride and groom surrounded by tropical plants at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Romantic photo of bride and groom at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Bride and groom slow dance over koi pond at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Romantic photo of bride and groom at their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Close up photo of bride and groom's wedding rings on fingers at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse
Happy bride and groom dance in Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse after their wedding ceremony
Fall foliage outside of Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse in Pilcher Park
Candid photo of groom smiling at bride after their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Portrait of bride with fall foliage at Pilcher Park after Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Fall bouquet with blush and burgundy at Joliet Pilcher Park wedding
Romantic photo of bride and groom at their fall Pilcher Park wedding in Joliet
Bride and groom kiss and dip at Pilcher Park gazebo after Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Groom's pink and burgundy boutonnière detail at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Happy bride and groom run out of gazebo after their Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding in Pilcher Park
Just married bride and groom run from gazebo at Joliet Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding
Just eloped bride and groom cheer in Pilcher Park after their fall Birdhaven Greenhouse wedding

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