Destination Chicago Wedding at Saddle & Cycle Club – Ellie & Dylan

It’s starting to feel more like fall, and I can’t help but reminisce over Ellie and Dylan’s wedding at Saddle & Cycle Club last October! These two traveled from Portland, Oregon to get married in our city, and the team was delighted to capture their day.

When I first heard from Ellie and Dylan, they wrote:

We met growing up (lived only a few blocks away from each other) and first started dating when we were 13! We went our separate ways for college but reconnected at our 5-year high school reunion and fell back in love. Now, at age 27, we are so excited to officially tie the knot after all these years!”

We absolutely love documenting stories like this, and I just knew it was going to be the happiest day. Ellie and Dylan got ready separately that morning in Lincoln Park, before their sweet first look on Lakeshore Drive. Chicago weather was perfect for a quick stop at North Avenue Beach with the wedding party before heading to the venue!

Saddle & Cycle Club Wedding

That evening, Dylan and Ellie were married on the terrace of the club surrounded by loved ones. Honestly, I don’t think either of them stopped smiling the entire day! Once the knot was officially tied, celebration was in order… and this crew knows how to PARTY!! Guests enjoyed custom cocktails, dinner and dancing with the newlyweds into the evening. Shout out to our friends at TVK Orchestra for keeping the party going all night!

Ellie and Dylan: Thank you again for having us last year!! We couldn’t be happier for you both and wish you many more years of Married Life 🙂

Romantic night photo of couple outside venue at their fall Saddle & Cycle Club wedding in Chicago
Custom invitations with sparkly shoes and rings for Saddle & Cycle Club wedding
Dress hangs by white glass doors at bride's parent's house before Saddle & Cycle Club wedding
Diamond engagement ring and wedding band sit on veil with white roses and daisies
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Bride and groom share first dance during their wedding reception at Saddle & Cycle Club
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Black and white photo of bride and groom dancing at their Saddle & Cycle Club wedding reception
Bride and groom kiss on the dance floor during their wedding reception at Saddle & Cycle Club
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Black and white photo of bride and groom dancing at Saddle & Cycle Club wedding reception
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Candid photo of groom dancing with mother during Saddle & Cycle Club wedding reception
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