Nikki & Danny’s Fall Morton Arboretum Wedding

Last fall, I had the honor of capturing Nikki and Danny’s gorgeous Morton Arboretum wedding at Meadow Lake! The weather could not have been more beautiful, and the fall colors were just beginning to show. It was everything you could possibly want for a late September wedding!

These two have a particularly unique love story that was shared throughout the day. In their own words:

We met in November of 2020 during the crazy COVID-19 year… and really got to know each other because there was nothing open, and no activities to do! We love this part of our story because it’s a testament to how we took a potentially rough time period and turned it into something positive and amazing.”

On wedding day, Nikki and Danny got ready separately before their sweet first look at the Arboretum. After that, these two were all smiles! We had a blast exploring the property with their stylish wedding party before heading to the lake for the ceremony.

Morton Arboretum Wedding

As the sun began to set, Nikki and Danny were married in an outdoor ceremony underneath the iconic Oak tree. One of my favorite details was the sand ceremony with Nikki’s daughters, symbolizing their unity as a family. Once the knot was tied, guests were ready to celebrate with the newlyweds! Food, drinks, and dancing in the Ginkgo Room did not disappoint 🙂

Nikki and Danny: Thank you again for having me in September!! I’m so happy to have been a part of your wedding day, all my best to you both!

Bride and groom walk along Meadow Lake at sunset during their fall Morton Arboretum wedding
Bride's lace dress hangs on custom hanger before Morton Arboretum wedding
Silver wedding bands with diamond engagement ring sit on white and green floral invitation
Silver weddings bands and diamond engagement ring sit on invitation for Morton Arboretum wedding
Bride gets ready with mother at home before Morton Arboretum fall wedding
Black and white photo of bride getting ready at home for Morton Arboretum wedding
Black and white photo of bride looking in the mirror while getting ready at home for Morton Arboretum wedding
Black and white photo of bride walking down the stairs at home in dress before Morton Arboretum wedding
Groom's black jacket hangs on custom hanger for Morton Arboretum fall wedding
Groomsman helps groom get ready at Hyatt Regency in Lisle, Illinois before Morton Arboretum wedding
Candid photo of groom and groomsmen getting ready for Morton Arboretum wedding
Detail photo of groom's cufflinks with tie and watch before Morton Arboretum wedding
Black and white photo of groom getting ready at Hyatt Regency in Lisle, Illinois
Black and white photo of groomsmen at Hyatt Regency in Lisle, Illinois before Morton Arboretum wedding
Groom stands on foliage path before fall Morton Arboretum wedding
Detail photo of groom's boutonnière for Morton Arboretum wedding
Black and white photo of bride and groom during their first look in the Hedge Garden at Morton Arboretum
Bride walks along path of green foliage at Morton Arboretum
Candid photo of bride and groom holding hands during first look at Morton Arboretum
Bride and groom smile at their Morton Arboretum wedding with colorful fall bouquet
Romantic photo of bride and groom kissing in front of fall foliage at Morton Arboretum
Bride and groom hold hands in front of foliage at their Morton Arboretum wedding
Fun wedding party photo with sunshine and fall foliage at Morton Arboretum
Fun photo of groomsmen in black suits and purple ties at Morton Arboretum wedding
Bride and daughters stand with bridesmaids in burgundy dresses at fall Morton Arboretum wedding
Candid phorto of wedding party walking through Morton Arboretum with sunshine and fall colors
Candid photo of groomsmen at Morton Arboretum fall wedding
Bridal portrait in garden with fall colors at Morton Arboretum wedding
Detail photo of bride's fall bouquet with roses for Morton Arboretum wedding
Creative photo of bride and groom in Hedge Garden with flowing veil for Morton Arboretum wedding
Romantic black and white photo of bride and groom smiling under veil at fall Morton Arboretum wedding
Detail photo of Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony program
Detail photo of fall florals hanging on chair at outdoor Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony in Meadow Lake
Fall florals decorate chair for outdoor wedding ceremony at Morton Arboretum
Detail photo of colorful sand art piece at Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony in Meadow Lake
Candid photo of groom and parents entering wedding ceremony at Morton Arboretum
Candid photo of groom waiting for bride during Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake
Candid photo of bride and father entering Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake
Black and white photo of bride and father entering Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake
September Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake
Candid photo of officiant during Morton Arboretum fall wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake
Fall Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake with sunshine
Bride and groom hold hands during Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake
Candid photo of bride smiling at groom during Morton Arboretum fall wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of bride and groom during Morton Arboretum wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake
Just married bride and groom kiss during Morton Arboretum fall wedding ceremony at Meadow Lake
Photo of Meadow Lake with fall colors at Morton Arboretum
Tops of spruce trees at Meadow Lake wedding ceremony space in Morton Arboretum
Photo of reception sign for Morton Arboretum fall wedding
Exterior photo of Gingko Restaurant at Morton Arboretum fall wedding
Framed photo of bride and groom as custom guestbook on display at Morton Arboretum wedding reception
White escort cards on display for Morton Arboretum wedding reception at Gingko Restaurant
Bride and groom stand in front of Meadow Lake at Morton Arboretum fall wedding
Bride and groom kiss in front of fall foliage at Meadow Lake during Morton Arboretum wedding
Wedding cake sits on burgundy table for Morton Arboretum wedding reception at Gingko Restaurant
Detail photo of reception table with pumpkin centerpieces for Morton Arboretum wedding
Close up photo of pumpkin centerpiece for Morton Arboretum fall wedding reception
Close up photo of wedding cake on display at Morton Arboretum wedding reception in Gingko Room
Fall-themed reception table with ceramic pumpkins and florals at Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Fall-themed florals and pumpkin centerpiece on table at Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Fall colored florals at reception table for Morton Arboretum wedding at Gingko Restaurant
Colorful fall bouquet on display at Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Bride's custom champagne glass on table at fall Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Groom's custom champagne glass on table at Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Bridesmaids cheer as the bride and groom enter Gingko Room for their Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Black and white photo of bride and groom entering their wedding reception at Gingko Room
Candid photo of bride feeding cake to groom at Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Bride and groom kiss after cutting wedding cake during their reception at Gingko Restaurant
Fun photo of bride and groom holding hands at their Morton Arboretum fall wedding reception
Father of bride gives speech during Morton Arboretum wedding reception at Gingko Room
Best Man gives speech during Morton Arboretum wedding reception at Gingko Restaurant
Black and white photo of emotional bride during Morton Arboretum fall wedding reception
Candid photo of Maid of Honor giving speech during Morton Arboretum wedding reception at Gingko Room
Detail photo of beer and liquor options at for fall Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Slices of wedding cake served on table during Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Vanilla cake slices served on table at during Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Candid photo of bride and groom dancing during Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Creative photo of bride and groom dancing during Morton Arboretum wedding reception at Gingko Room
Black and white photo of bride and groom dancing at Gingko Room during Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Candid photo of bride and father dancing during Morton Arboretum wedding reception
Candid photo of groom and mother dancing during Morton Arboretum wedding reception at Gingko Restaurant
Exterior photo of Gingko Room at night during Morton Arboretum wedding reception

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