Michael & Nick’s Fashionable Fall Wedding at The Dalcy

Last fall, I was honored to capture Nick and Michael’s joyful wedding day at The Dalcy! This was my first wedding at the gorgeous West Loop venue, and believe me, it did not disappoint. In fact, Michael is on staff at The Dalcy and Aba – which made this day extra special!! Of course, the ambiance and decor was on point, but the most memorable detail was the abundance of love and support for these two grooms. It was an unforgettable day from beginning to end!

I met Michael and Nick at The Westin where they got ready together in their suite. While rain was in the forecast, we were somehow able to dodge the showers just in time for photos downtown! (Thanks Nature!!) These two and their wedding party were all smiles as we stopped at some of my favorite iconic Chicago locations. Oh – and did I mention it was a Friday? We basically had Olive Park to ourselves… a rare occurrence during wedding season! The skyline view was a perfect last stop on our way to the venue.

Sidenote: I always love when couples choose to get ready together on their wedding day! It’s such a unique way to break tradition while personalizing your day.

The Dalcy Wedding Ceremony

Nick and Michael were married in a romantic candlelit ceremony at The Dalcy surrounded by loved ones. A dear friend officiated their ceremony, which was filled with laughter and happy tears. By the time they were pronounced married, there wasn’t a dry eye in the place! Guests were ready to celebrate with the newlyweds, and The Bluewater Kings kept the party going all night!! I’m lucky I got to pull the grooms away from the dance floor for a night photo on Fulton Street!

Michael and Nick: Thank you again for having us in October!! Your wedding day was an absolute joy to be part of. Wishing you the happiest marriage and future together 🙂

Just married grooms walk down the aisle after wedding ceremony at The Dalcy Chicago
Entrance to the The Westin Chicago River North hotel
Custom invitation suite and wedding bands with greenery for The Dalcy wedding
Wedding bands on invitation before The Dalcy wedding
Groom's tie, watch, and cufflinks on table before The Dalcy wedding in Chicago
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Invitation and wedding rings with white floral for The Dalcy wedding
Moody photo of grooms getting ready together at The Westin Chicago River North hotel
Grooms get ready at The Westin Chicago River North hotel before October wedding
Exterior of the The Westin Chicago River North hotel
Groom with groomspeople outside of the Civic Opera House before The Dalcy wedding
Formal photo of groom with groomspeople before The Dalcy wedding
Wedding party cheers as grooms kiss outside of Civic Opera House before October wedding
Candid photo of wedding party outside of Civic Opera House in downtown Chicago
Black and white photo of wedding party walking outside Civic Opera Building downtown Chicago
Grooms kiss at Olive Park with Chicago skyline overlooking Lake Michigan
Happy wedding party celebrates along Lake Michigan with Chicago skyline at Olive Park
Candid photo of wedding party walking in front of Chicago skyline at Olive Park
Candid photo of wedding party walking and laughing with Chicago skyline at Olive Park
Grooms smile at each other at Olive Park before The Dalcy wedding
Grooms laugh overlooking Lake Michigan with Chicago skyline
Candid photo of wedding party cheering on LaSalle Bridge overlooking Chicago River
Romantic photo of grooms kissing on Chicago bridge before The Dalcy wedding
Happy grooms hug on LaSalle Bridge before their Chicago wedding at The Dalcy
Exterior of The Dalcy in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood
Exterior welcome sign for The Dalcy wedding in Chicago's West Loop
Welcome sign for The Dalcy October wedding ceremony
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Candlelit wedding ceremony venue at The Dalcy in Chicago's West Loop
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Groom smiles as groom enters ceremony during The Dalcy wedding
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Groom reads vows to groom during The Dalcy wedding ceremony
Groom's parents watch The Dalcy wedding ceremony
Grooms exchange rings during The Dalcy wedding ceremony
Groom and groom's first kiss at The Dalcy wedding in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood
Just married grooms walk down aisle together after The Dalcy wedding ceremony
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Custom cocktail sign with garnishes for The Dalcy wedding reception
Cocktail hour at Aba restaurant for The Dalcy wedding
Tealight candles and white roses with greenery for The Dalcy wedding reception
Appetizers served at Aba restaurant during The Dalcy wedding cocktail hour
Appetizers catered by West Loop restaurant Aba for The Dalcy wedding reception
Mini crab cakes served on tray at West Loop restaurant Aba for The Dalcy wedding
Night photo of Chicago skyline during The Dalcy wedding reception
Name place cards with candles and florals for The Dalcy wedding reception
Name place cards on table for The Dalcy wedding reception
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Intimate wedding reception venue at The Dalcy in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood
Champagne with table setting for The Dalcy wedding reception
Reception table with candles and florals at The Dalcy wedding venue
Custom dinner menu and table setting for The Dalcy wedding
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Custom cake topper for wedding reception at The Dalcy
Welcome table with picture frames and candles with florals for The Dalcy wedding reception
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Grooms celebrate as they enter their The Dalcy wedding reception
Happy grooms cut two tier wedding cake during formal wedding reception at The Dalcy Chicago
Groom's parents deliver speech in front of stage during The Dalcy wedding reception
Groom enjoys speeches during The Dalcy wedding reception
Groom's parents deliver speech during The Dalcy wedding reception
Best Man delivers speech during The Dalcy wedding reception
Groomspeople deliver speeches during The Dalcy wedding reception
Groom's parents enjoy speeches during The Dalcy wedding reception
Groom dances with mother underneath candles and greenery at The Dalcy wedding reception
Happy groom dances with mother during The Dalcy wedding reception
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Happy mother dances with groom during The Dalcy wedding reception
Grooms walk towards each other for first dance during The Dalcy wedding reception
Grooms' first dance during The Dalcy wedding reception
Grooms dance to live band during first dance at The Dalcy wedding reception
Just married grooms wave at live band after performing their first dance at The Dalcy wedding reception
Guests have a dance party during The Dalcy wedding reception
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Grooms smile during The Dalcy wedding reception
Grooms have fun on the dance floor during The Dalcy wedding reception
Open dance floor at The Dalcy wedding reception
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Groom dances with guest during The Dalcy wedding reception
Groom has fun with guests during The Dalcy wedding reception
Grooms pop champagne outside of The Dalcy wedding venue in Chicago's West Loop
Two grooms kiss and pop champagne after their Chicago wedding at The Dalcy in Fulton Market District

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