Emma Mullins Photography

Last September, I had the pleasure of kicking off Labor Day weekend with Lily and Nick’s Bottom Lounge wedding! These two have been such a joy to hang with, and really wanted their wedding day to feel intimate, relaxed, and FUN 🙂 Not only did it totally match this vibe… their day was also filled with unique, stylish details!

Wedding day began at The Emily in Chicago’s West Loop, with Nick and Lily getting ready separately. After their emotional first look in front of Fora, it was time to tour the city with the wedding party! We stopped at two of my favorite iconic Chicago locations: Olive Park and the Kinzie bridge. This crew was a blast to hang with… and Lily and Nick were ALL smiles!

Bottom Lounge Wedding

Bottom Lounge is one of my favorite wedding venues in Chicago. It has that fun, live music atmosphere, as well as exposed brick and gorgeous natural light. Lily and Nick tied the knot surrounded by loved ones, and then it was time to celebrate!! Some highlights include a Polaroid guest book, custom neon sign, and moody, romantic details. Of course, we ended the evening by popping a bottle of bubbly on the rooftop… because why not?!

Lily and Nick: Thank you again for having us in September!! Your wedding was so much fun to be part of, wishing you the happiest marriage and future together!

Vendor Team

Venue: Bottom Lounge / Hotel: The Emily Hotel / Bride’s dress: Grace Loves Lace / Bride’s shoes: Naturalizer / Groom’s suit: The Black Tux / Florist: Floral Glory Design / Hair & Makeup: Beauty by Ann Krause / Stationery: Etsy / Jeweler: Barry Mnookin / DJ: Groove is in the Heart / Dessert: Alliance Bakery / Second Photographer: Kate

Hannah and Keith’s spring Bottom Lounge wedding was one for the books! After kicking off last year’s engagement session at Lincoln Park dive Burwood Tap, I knew wedding day was going to be AWESOME. And guess what? It was!

I met these two at a stylish AirBnb in West Town, where they got ready with their parties on separate floors. Both Keith and Hannah rocked their wedding day style… can we talk about Hannah’s cape for a second?! And, don’t get me started on those colorful spring florals! After their sweet first look in the backyard, we took a stroll around the neighborhood with the wedding party. This crew was a blast to hang with – we even had time for beers before the ceremony!

Bottom Lounge Wedding

Hannah and Keith were married on the rooftop at Bottom Lounge, in a ceremony officiated by Hannah’s brother. The location was meaningful to them – and Hannah personally crafted many of the details! Hannah’s words:

“We’re super excited to get married at the Bottom Lounge, since we love live music and have great memories of going to shows there. The most important things to us about the day are that we have a great party with plenty of beer options and spend time with all our loved ones.“

I absolutely loved seeing their vision come to life. The day couldn’t have been more full of love (and yes, the beers were flowing!). We ended the evening with a night photo on Lake Street, making me a very happy photographer 🙂

Hannah and Keith: Thank you again for having us in May!! We had a blast at your wedding and wish you all the best in your future together.

Vendor Team

Venue: Bottom Lounge / Getting Ready location: Airbnb / Bride’s dress: Chic Nostalgia / Bride’s cape: Toni Federici / Bride’s shoes: Betsey Johnson / Groom’s suit: Joseph Abboud / Groom’s tie: The Tie Bar / Florist: Thistle & Plume / Hair & Makeup: Blush & Braids Beauty Bar / Stationery: Minted / Personalized ornaments: the bride / Engagement ring: Gem Breakfast / Wedding bands: New York Jewelers / DJ: Groove is in the Heart / Caterer: Bottom Lounge / Dessert: West Town Bakery / Second Photographer: Jeremy