Stephanie & Patrick’s Loyola University Wedding at Madonna della Strada

Last September I had the pleasure of capturing Stephanie and Patrick’s Chicago wedding day, starting at the historic Madonna della Strada Chapel at Loyola University. Both their ceremony and reception locations held much significance to them, having met as students at Loyola years ago!

Stephanie’s words:

We are so thrilled to be having our wedding ceremony at the campus at Madonna della Strada Chapel. It means a lot to us since we did meet there, and Patrick also popped the question at Loyola as well! There is a lot of sentimental value that Loyola holds for us!”

Stephanie and Patrick arrived at Madonna della Strada just in time for a first look before the ceremony began. This stunning church had no shortage of photogenic angles… and SO much light! I think it’s safe to say it’s a wedding photographer’s dream church. After they said I Do, we got to explore campus with the wedding party and then headed downtown!

Osteria Via Stato Wedding Reception

Celebrating their marriage at Osteria Via Stato was so intentional for Stephanie and Patrick. As avid travelers and self-proclaimed “big foodies,” their mutual favorite place in the world is… you guessed it, Italy! Having their family and friends gather at this Chicago restaurant was the next best thing to traveling overseas together. Of course, the food did not disappoint – if you live in Chicago and have never had a meal here, you are missing out! Guests enjoyed delicious dinner, dancing, and a late-night gelato bar 🙂

Stephanie and Patrick: Thank you again for having us last year!! I absolutely loved seeing your vision come to life and wish you all the happiness in your future together.

Loyola University wedding ceremony at iconic Madonna della Strada Chapel in Chicago
Detail photo of invitation suite with white flowers and bride's veil for Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Custom named and dated wooden ring box with white and purple flowers for Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Silver wedding bands and diamond engagement ring with white flowers for Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Fun photo of wedding party in light green pajamas getting ready at The Flats at Loyola Station for Chapel wedding
Candid photo of groom and groomsmen getting ready at home for Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Candid photo of smiling groom getting ready at home for Loyola University Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Black and white photo of groom fixing cuff links for Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Fun photo of wedding party wearing sunglasses outside of groom's home before Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Bride's wedding dress hangs on custom made hanger at The Flats at Loyola Station before Chapel wedding
Black and white photo of bride and mother's reflection in mirror at The Flats at Loyola Station before wedding ceremony
Candid photo of mother and sister buttoning bride's dress before Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Bridesmaid helps bride with veil at The Flats at Loyola Station before Chapel wedding
Black and white photo of bride getting ready for Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Black and white photo of bridesmaid helping bride get ready at The Flats at Loyola Station
Candid photo of happy bridesmaid reveal with bride at The Flats at Loyola Station
Candid photo of bride holding circular white flower bouquet at The Flats at Loyola Station before wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of bride crossing the street in Rogers Park walking to Madonna della Strada Chapel
Exterior photo of Loyola University Madonna della Strada Chapel on a sunny day
Interior of Loyola University Madonna della Strada Chapel in Rogers Park
Detail photo of Unity candle at Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony
Photo of smiling groom waiting for bride outside of Madonna della Strada Chapel
Black and white photo of bride walking toward groom for their first look outside of Madonna della Strada Chapel
Candid photo of smiling groom looking at bride during their first look outside Madonna della Strada Chapel
Candid photo of smiling bride looking at groom during their first look outside Madonna della Strada Chapel
Candid photo of emotional birde and groom during their first look outside of Madonna della Strada Chapel
Bride and groom kiss outside before their Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony
Navy veteran in uniform holds white ceremony program for Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony
Photo of back of bride's dress as she enters Loyola University wedding ceremony at Madonna della Strada Chapel
Candid photo of groom watching bride enter wedding ceremony at Madonna della Strada Chapel
Candid photo of smiling bride and father entering wedding ceremony at Madonna della Strada Chapel
Bride and groom stand together at altar during Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony at Loyola University
Candid photo of bride and groom holding hands at altar during Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony at Loyola University
Wedding party stands on steps of Madonna della Strada Chapel during Loyola University wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of bride saying Rites of Marriage during Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of groom saying Rites of Marriage during Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony
Bride and groom kiss at altar during Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony at Loyola University
Black and white photo of bride and groom exiting their wedding ceremony at Loyola University Madonna della Strada Chapel
Fun photo of wedding party at Loyola Univeristy Campus after Madonna della Strada Chapel ceremony
Wedding party stands outside of Madonna della Strada Chapel after ceremony at Loyola University
Fun photo of emotional wedding party as bride and groom kiss after Madonna della Strada Chapel ceremony
Wedding party stands in front of Chicago lakefront before Loyola University Madonna della Strada Chapel ceremony
Close up photo of Loyola University Chicago letters on green fence
Bride and groom kiss after Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony at Loyola University
Candid photo of groom spinning bride after Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony at Loyola University
Romantic photo of bride and groom kissing on steps at Loyola University after Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Wedding party stands on steps at Loyola University after Madonna della Strada Chapel ceremony
Groom and groomsmen stand on steps after Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding ceremony at Loyola University
Fun photo of bride and groom standing in front of Loyola University Chicago stone sign after Madonna della Strada Chapel wedding
Bride and groom walk down spiral staircase at the Art Institute of Chicago
Bride and groom stand at the bottom of spiral staircase at the Art Insitute of Chicago
Black and white photo of bride and groom walking down iconic spiral staircase at Art Institute of Chicago
Candid photo of bride and groom standing under cloud painting at the Art Institute of Chicago
Candid photo of bride and groom standing in front of the Chicago Board of Trade building
Fun photo of bride and groom celebrating in Downtown Chicago after Chapel wedding
Fun photo of wedding party walking outside of the Chicago Board of Trade building
Creative photo of wedding party wearing black suits and sage dresses at LaSalle Bridge
Stylized photo of bride and groom in downtown Chicago street after Madonna della Strada wedding ceremony
Happy bride and groom stand in streets of downtown Chicago after Madonna della Strada wedding ceremony
Candid photo of wedding party walking in front of Chicago Board of Trade downtown before September wedding reception
Exterior photo of Chicago Italian Restaurant Osteria Via Stato's sign
Black and white Osteria via Stato sign on State Street downtown Chicago
Red and white wine served on tray during cocktail hour at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Detail photo of Italian appetizers on tray at Osteria Via Stato wedding reception
Detail photo of meatballs served during cocktail hour at Osetria Via Stato wedding reception
Room shot of Italian-themed reception space at Chicago restaurant Osteria Via Stato
Detail photo of place setting and menu at Osteria via Stato wedding reception in Chicago
Detail photo of custom Firenze reception table at Italy-themed Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Detail photo of champagne in glass at Italy-themed Osteria via Stato wedding reception in Chicago
Detail photo of candelit centerpieces with flowers at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Detail photo of Radicofani reception table at Italy-themed Osteria via Stato wedding in Chicago
Custom Mr & Mrs sign at head table during Italy-themed Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Italy-themed reception table and decor at Osteria via Stato restaurant in downtown Chicago
Welcome sign on table for Italy-themed wedding reception at Osteria via Stato restaurant in Chicago
Seating chart for Italy-themed wedding reception at Osteria via Stato restaurant in Chicago
Picture frame on memory table at Osteria via Stato wedding reception in Chicago
Detail photo of memory table sign at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Mini white wedding cake with custom cake topper on table at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Black and white photo of bride and groom entering their wedding reception at Osteria via Stato Chicago restaurant
Candid photo of bride and groom dancing at their Italy-themed Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Fun photo of bride and groom dancing at their Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Black and white photo of bride and groom kissing on the dance floor during wedding reception at Osteria via Stato
Candid photo of emotional bride and groom during speeches at their Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Bride's father gives speech during wedding reception at Osteria via Stato restaurant
Fun photo bride and groom listening to speeches during Italy-themed wedding reception at Osteria via Stato restaurant
Candid photo of Maid of Honor raising a glass to the bride and groom during speech at Osteria via Stato
Candid photo of groom kissing bride's hand at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Candid photo of laughing bride and groom during speeches at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Candid photo of Best Man's speech during wedding reception at Osteria via Stato
Black and white photo of bride and groom raising their glass during wedding reception at Osteria via Stato
Candid photo of bride and groom cutting their cake at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Fun photo of bride feeding groom wedding cake at Osteria via Stato reception
Candid photo of groom dancing with mother during wedding reception at Osteria via Stato
Groom dances with mother during Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Candid photo of bride dancing with father during wedding reception at Osteria via Stato
Bride and father dancing during wedding reception at Osteria via Stato
Welcome sign for Italian gelato bar at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Detail photo of Italian liquor options served at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Scoops of gelato in dishes served with chocolate syrup at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Detail photo of gelato bar with toppings at Osteria via Stato Italian themed wedding reception
Candid photo of guests dancing during Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Black and white photo of bride and groom dancing with guests at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Candid photo of guests dancing at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Candid photo of bride dancing with guests at Osteria via Stato wedding reception
Night portrait of bride and groom kissing outside of Osteria via Stato restaurant during their Italy-themed wedding reception

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