Chicago Winter Wedding at The Arbory – Emily & Justin

February is not the most popular month to get married in Chicago, but for some couples, it makes sense! Emily and Justin are one of those couples, and I’m so glad I got to kick off my 2023 season with their winter wedding at The Arbory 🙂

Wicker Park Wedding Photos

Our day began at one of my favorite Chicago hotels, The Robey in Wicker Park. Emily and Justin got ready with their wedding party before heading to Up Room for their first look! We got so lucky with a sunshine-filled winter day, which made the view from the rooftop extra awesome. After a few photos with the skyline, it was time to hit the town!

We made our way to the venue with a few key photo stops. Ever since their June engagement session, I knew that Emily and Justin were big music fans (their pup is named after Huey Lewis!). Naturally, we decided to stop at the Milwaukee/Honore intersection where the 2000 movie High Fidelity was filmed… and even had time to browse records at Reckless! This was one of the most fun wedding afternoons I’ve had in a while – and these two were ALL smiles!!

The Arbory Chicago

That evening, Emily and Justin were married at The Arbory surrounded by so much love. Their ceremony was officiated by a dear friend, and guests were eager to celebrate once the knot was tied! Some of my favorite details include various nods to Huey, their Parks and Recreation-themed cake, and Nike reception sneakers!! I had such a blast capturing these two and their crew… it was truly an unforgettable day from beginning to end.

Emily and Justin: Thank you again for having us in February!!! Wishing you all the happiness in your marriage and future together!

Bride and groom stand in front of mural on door at The Arbory before their Chicago winter wedding ceremony
Chicago skyline view from the rooftop of The Robey hotel in Wicker Park
Chicago neighborhood sign Wicker Park/Bucktown
Exterior of The Robey Chicago hotel in Wicker Park
Custom black, white, and slate blue invitations with rings for The Arbory wedding Chicago
Custom slate blue invitation with groom's boutonnière for The Arbory Chicago wedding
Gold wedding bands and blue gemstone engagement ring with florals for Chicago wedding at The Arbory
Cowboy boots with white and blue floral bouquet at the Robey Hotel bridal suite
Custom invitation with bride's pearl necklace and jewelry for The Arbory wedding
Candid photo of groom getting ready for wedding at The Robey Hotel in Chicago
Candid photo of groom getting ready for winter wedding at The Arbory Chicago
Black and white photo of groom and sister getting ready at The Robey Hotel in Chicago
Black and white photo of bride's dress hanging in bridal suite at The Robey Hotel in Chicago
Candid photo of mother and bride getting ready for The Arbory wedding
Black and white photo bride and bridesmaids getting ready for The Arbory wedding
Photo of Chicago skyline through the window of The Robey Hotel
Candid photo of smiling bride at The Robey Hotel before wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of bride walking towards groom during first look at The Robey Hotel
Candid photo of bride and groom during first look on rooftop of The Robey Hotel
Candid photo of bride and groom on rooftop of The Robey Hotel
Romantic photo of bride and groom during first look on rooftop of The Robey Hotel
Candid photo of laughing bride and groom on rooftop of The Robey Hotel
Exterior photo of Milwaukee Avenue and Honore Street signs in Chicago
Candid photo of bride and groom getting off bus before The Arbory wedding ceremony
Fun photo of bride and groom in Chicago before The Arbory wedding
Candid photo of wedding party in Chicago before The Arbory wedding ceremony
Candid photo of bride and groom in front of red brick wall in Wicker Park
Romantic photo of bride and groom in Wicker Park before The Arbory wedding
Close up photo of bride's succulent bouquet for The Arbory wedding
Close up photo of groom's succulent bouquet for The Arbory wedding
Black and white photo of bride and groom in front of Reckless Records in Wicker Park
Candid photo of bride and groom at Reckless Records in Wicker Park
Candid photo of bride and groom at record store in Wicker Park before The Arbory wedding
Candid photo of bride and groom looking through records in Wicker Park
Exterior photo of The Arbory in Chicago
Room shot of ceremony space at The Arbory in Chicago
White, blue and green florals for The Arbory wedding ceremony
Succulent florals for The Arbory wedding ceremony in Chicago
Black and white photo of wedding party at The Arbory before ceremony
Photo of wedding party before The Arbory ceremony in Wicker Park
Photo of groom with wedding party before The Arbory ceremony in Wicker Park
Fun photo of wedding party at The Arbory in Wicker Park before ceremony
Candid photo of groom waiting for bride during The Arbory wedding ceremony
Candid photo of flower girl in pink dress during The Arbory wedding ceremony
Candid photo of bride and fatehr entering wedding ceremony at The Arbory
Black and white photo of bride and father entering wedding ceremony at The Arbory
Candid photo of groom reading vows during The Arbory wedding ceremony
Candid photo of groom putting ring on bride's finger during wedding ceremony at The Arbory
Groom reads vows to bride during winter wedding ceremony at The Arbory Chicago
Black and white photo of bride putting ring on groom's finger during The Arbory Chicago wedding ceremony
Happy bride and groom walk down the aisle after their winter wedding at The Arbory in Chicago
Candid photo of guests celebrating just married bride and groom at The Arbory in Chicago
Mini mozzarella and tomato skewer appetizers during cocktail hour at The Arbory
Mini grilled cheese appetizers during cocktail hour at The Arbory in Chicago
Black and white photo signed by guests during cocktail hour at The Arbory
Photo of bride with friends during cocktail hour at The Arbory in Wicker Park
Custom napkins of bride and groom's dog with cinnamon stick during cocktail hour at The Arbory
Black and white framed photo of bride and groom with candles during The Arbory wedding
Escort card table with blue and teal hues and vintage ceramic vase at The Arbory wedding
White, teal, and blue escort cards for The Arbory wedding reception
Hot tea and toddies sign for The Arbory wedding reception
Heas reception table with white and blue succulent florals for The Arbory wedding
Vintage ceramic vase with white and blue floral centerpieces at reception table for The Arbory wedding
Photo of reception tables at The Arbory wedding in Wicker Park
Escort card table with vintage ceramic vase and blue and white florals for The Arbory wedding reception
White and blue florals with vintage ceramic vase and candles decorate reception table at The Arbory wedding venue
Reception table with blue and white decor for The Arbory wedding in Chicago
Black and white framed photo of bride and groom with dog on display at The Arbory Chicago wedding reception
Park and Recreation themed wedding cake on gold platter at The Arbory Chicago
Custom Parks and Recreation themed wedding cake with couple in park at The Arbory wedding
Candid photo of mother and father of bride giving speech during The Arbory wedding reception
Candid photo of happy bride and groom during speeches at The Arbory wedding
Candid photo of guests celebrating during speeches at The Arbory wedding reception
Black and white photo of Maid of Honor giving speech during wedding reception at The Arbory
Candid photo of mother and father of bride giving speech during reception at The Arbory wedding
Candid photo of Best Man giving speech at The Arbory wedding reception
Candid photo of mother and father of groom giving speech during The Arbory wedding reception
Black and white photo of bride and groom during The Arbory wedding reception
Fun photo of bride and groom showing off their rings during The Arbory wedding reception
Bride and groom stand in front of green mural during their wedding reception at The Arbory
Candid photo of bride and groom cutting their cake during The Arbory wedding reception
Romantic photo of bride and groom sharing first dance during The Arbory wedding reception
Candid photo of bride and groom dancing during reception at The Arbory
Black and white photo of bride and groom dancing during The Arbory wedding reception
Candid photo of groom and mother hugging during The Arbory wedding reception
Candid photo of bride and father dancing during wedding reception at The Arbory in Wicker Park
Candid photo of bride and groom dancing with guests during reception at The Arbory wedding
Fun photo of guests on dance floor during The Arbory wedding reception
Black and white photo of groom dancing with guests during The Arbory wedding reception
Black and white photo of groom and guests dancing during reception at The Arbory in Wicker Park
Candid photo of bride and guests dancing under cool lights during The Arbory wedding reception
Black and white photo of guests dancing during The Arbory wedding reception
Candid photo of bride and groom dancing under chandelier at The Arbory wedding venue in Chicago
Romantic photo of bride and groom kissing under chandelier at The Arbory in Chicago
Black and white photo of bride and groom showing off reception sneakers during wedding reception at The Arbory Chicago

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