Joyous Ravenswood Event Center Wedding – Katie & Natalie

My wedding season kicked into full swing this year with Katie & Natalie’s June Ravenswood Event Center wedding. One of my favorite venues in Chicago, these two planned their celebration on all three floors! In short, that means a gorgeous, light-filled ceremony, an intimate cocktail hour, and dinner in the venue’s colorful showroom. This first floor is probably my favorite – complete with vintage cars and neon signs! The perfect place to party the night away… which this crowd was especially good at 🙂

Natalie and Katie’s wedding day was a much-anticipated celebration of their union amongst family and friends. Natalie’s aunt officiated the ceremony, and after reading their own vows I don’t think there was one dry eye in the building! With each stolen glance, each heartfelt speech (one in rap form!), and the love this couple shares, the EMP team were more than honored to be there.

Katie and Natalie: Thank you again for having us!! Best wishes to you both for a lifetime of happiness together.

Vendor Team

Venue: Ravenswood Event Center/Dresses: Eddy K Italia, White One Bridal/Florals: DIY/Custom Nikes: Nike.com/Hair Stylist: Kellie McIntire/Makeup Artist: Vanessa Rose Makeup/Invitation: designed by Katie/Wedding Bands: Persin & Robbin/Engagement Rings: Karat Jewelry Group, Jared/DJ: Cage & Aquarium/Videographer: Amy Lynn for EMP/Caterer: REC/Cake: Molly’s Cupcakes

Want to see more Katie & Natalie? Check out their awesome Highlight Film by Amy Lynn!

Happy brides at their Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Gold and white custom wedding invitations for Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Chicago brides dresses hanging before Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Bride's something blue family heirloom pin on sash, wedding details
Gold and crystal detail on bridal sash, bridal fashion
Bride and bride wedding bands and engagement rings on gold and white invitation
Neighborhood flag on street outside Ravenswood Event Center wedding venue
Chicago brides pictured before getting dressed for their Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Bride and bride custom Nike wedding sneakers with initials and wedding date
Bride and mother getting ready for Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Bride and sister getting ready for Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Bride's sister helps her get dressed for Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Bride and bride's first look in alley before Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Emotional first look between bride and bride at Ravenswood Event Center wedding venue
Bride and bride embrace during their first look before Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Portrait of bride and bride kissing in alley before their Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Happy brides moments before their Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Bride and bride in alley outside Ravenswood Event Center wedding venue
Black and white photo of two brides in urban alley at Ravenswood Event Center wedding venue
Bride and parents walk down aisle at Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony in Atrium
Bride's face as bride walks down aisle at Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Bride walking down aisle with parents at gorgeous Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Happy bride and parents walking down aisle at Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Parents give away bride at her spring Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony for two brides in Atrium
Ceremony moment between bride and bride at their Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Bride and bride exchange vows during their spring Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Emotional bride's face during Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Bride and bride exchange rings during spring Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Brides laughing together during Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Bride and bride's first kiss at spring Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Happy brides walk down the aisle after Ravenswood Event Center wedding ceremony
Guests sign custom Chicago skyline guestbook at couple's Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Couple's custom cocktail Sazerac at spring Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Golf ball guest favors on display at spring Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Fresh appetizer skewers at Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Couple's custom Chicago skyline guestbook with signatures at Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Candid photo of bride hugging guest during reception at Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Fresh appetizer platter at spring Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception room with neon signs and skylight
Gold and white seating chart at Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Couple's white cutting cake on table at Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Red and white wine bottles on table at colorful Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Custom Sazerac cocktail sign at couple's Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Bride and bride's custom cake topper on cutting cake at Ravenswood Event Center wedding
White lilies and greenery table decor with candlelight at Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Bride and bride's custom guestbook poster with Chicago skyline at Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Bride and bride cut their wedding cake at Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Bride's brother gives toast at head table with neon signs during Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Hilarious father of the bride speech at head table during Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Father of the bride speech with neon signs at Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Bride's brother gives heartfelt speech at spring Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Emotional bride laughing during speeches at Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Guests applaud during speeches at Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Brother of the bride toast during lively Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Newlywed brides dancing in street at dusk during their Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Newlywed brides embrace with greenery outside of their Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Black and white portrait of happy brides at their Chicago Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Happy brides embrace outside their Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Newlywed brides outside Ravenswood Event Center wedding venue
Bride and bride outside on street during their Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Friends of bride give speech during their joyous Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Friend of bride gives surprise toast to couple in rap form at Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Bride and bride's lively first dance with audience participation at Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Bride and bride's romantic first dance at Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Open dance floor party on first floor of Ravenswood Event Center wedding venue
Guest dancing during open dance floor at Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Happy bride celebrates with guests at Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Bride dancing with guests during Ravenswood Event Center wedding reception
Happy brides with neon signs at their spring Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Newlywed brides with custom neon signs in corridor at their Ravenswood Event Center wedding
Creative portrait of two brides with neon signs at their Ravenswood Event Center wedding

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