September Wedding at The Joinery with Chinese Traditions – Yan & Jimmy

Yan and Jimmy’s September wedding at The Joinery was filled with calm energy and overwhelming joy. If you remember from their spring Oak Park engagement session, these two could not be more in love… and it shows! Nohemi and I were super excited to see these two again and capture the celebration. 

Yan got ready at home with friends and family – including her parents who traveled from China for the occasion – and Jimmy at a friend’s house nearby. Surrounded by lush greenery in the courtyard of their future shared home, their first look was both intimate and emotional. This was one of my favorite moments of the day! It really set the tone for everything ahead.

Wicker Park Wedding Photos

Soon after, we headed to the 606 trail for some Wicker Park wedding photos with their wedding party. The golden sunshine and early fall air were a perfect scene to showcase the happiness of this group. One detail I especially loved were the fans carried by Yan and her wedding party. This crew was dressed to impress!

The Joinery Chicago Wedding

Our final destination was The Joinery in Logan Square. This is one of my favorite Logan Square spaces – the gorgeous skylight, private courtyard, and abundance of natural light photo locations make it a great choice for weddings and events! We took advantage of the ivy wall for some portraits on film before the ceremony, and before long, these two were walking down the aisle as husband and wife. 

Yan and Jimmy held a private Tea Ceremony upstairs with their immediate families following the wedding ceremony. They wore traditional Chinese wedding attire and served tea to their elders, a sign of honor and respect as their families become one. Yan’s father gifted the newlyweds a traditional Chinese stamp, carefully handcrafted himself (it was so beautiful!). Meanwhile, guests enjoyed specialty cocktails from Fig Drinks in the courtyard, and Yan and Jimmy joined their guests soonafter. Highlights from the evening include their Create-Your-Own-Portrait guest book, desserts from Spinning J, and Yan’s stunning red reception dress!

Yan and Jimmy: Thank you again for having us in September! We are honored to have been part of your day. Wishing you the best in Married Life!

First kiss at The Joinery Chicago wedding under skylight with guests applauding in white loft venue
Flat lay of wedding invitations, rings, flowers, bridal veil and a decorative fan on a blue background for Joinery wedding celebration
Bridal bouquet, white shoes, necklace, earrings, and veil arranged on a blue surface for wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Wedding rings on a velvet box rest in front of a colorful floral bouquet and a red book for wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Groom's bow tie, watch, and red cufflinks on a red vow book for wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Wedding rings in a hexagonal box, red flowers, white ribbon, pearl necklace, and greenery arranged on dark blue fabric
Film photo of bride in a white dress on a blue chair, smiling, with framed art visible on the wall behind her
Black and white photo of bride in a white gown smiling as her mother helps her get ready before her wedding at The Joinery in Chicago
Black and white photo of bride in a wedding dress hugging her mother while getting ready for her wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
A smiling bride in a white dress stands in a cozy room with warm joinery details as a bridesmaid helps her put on earrings before her wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
A smiling bride in a white dress and veil stands indoors, as a woman helps arrange her veil before her wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Candid black and white photo of groom and groomsman talking to each other before a wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Black and white portrait of groom in a tuxedo before his wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
A smiling bride in a white dress walks outside a brick building during her first look
A bride in white touches the groom’s shoulder during their first look outside a brick building
A groom twirls his smiling bride outside, surrounded by lush greenery in front of a stone building
Bride and groom kiss in a garden courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery in front of a classic brick building
A bride and groom smile in a garden courtyard, the bride's veil flows behind her
Happy bride in a white dress holds a bouquet and her gown while walking on a city sidewalk
A bride in a white dress and veil smiles, holding a bouquet, standing on a garden path under trees
Bride in a white dress holding a bouquet of red, white, and pink flowers before her wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Bride and groom holding hands and smiling as they walk across the 606 Bridge in Wicker Park
Bride and groom kiss on the 606 Bridge in Wicker Park with a CTA train visible in the background
Bride and her bridesmaids in dresses laugh together outdoors, holding flower bouquets with a CTA train in the background before wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Bride and bridesmaids in dresses laugh together outdoors, holding bouquets, floral hand fans before wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Groom and groomsmen stand smiling on the 606 Bridge in Wicker Park before wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Groom in a navy tuxedo displays a cufflink with a red double happiness symbol
Black and white photo of bride and groom walking on the 606 Bridge, smiling and holding hands, with their wedding party behind them
Bride walks with a companion down a city sidewalk before her wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
Sign for The Joinery wedding venue in Chicago
Groom kisses bride's cheek while they stand together in front of a lush green ivy-covered wall outside The Joinery in Chicago
Bride and groom share a kiss in front of a leafy green wall and wooden fence outside the Joinery wedding venue in Chicago
Bride and groom smiling and embracing in front of a leafy green wall outside The Joinery in Chicago
Mirrored welcome sign on an easel, flowers reflected in the glass, for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
A metal chair with a
Wedding ceremony space at The Joinery with floral arch and a red Chinese banner
Detail photo of floral decor on arch with white, pink, and red flowers displayed against a white brick wall for wedding ceremony
Vertical red banner with gold Chinese characters, surrounded by floral arrangements for wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
Floral decor with roses, lilies, and greenery sits on a wooden floor against a brick wall for wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
Black and white photo of bride walking down the aisle with her father in the wedding ceremony space of The Joinery in Chicago
Black and white photo of groom in a tuxedo watching the bride walk down the aisle during their Joinery wedding ceremony
Bride and her father walk down the aisle together as guests stand and smile inside The Joinery's wedding ceremony space
Black and white photo of bride and her father walking down the aisle during wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
Bride's parents during wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
A couple stands under a floral arch during their wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
Groom reads vows to his bride at their wedding ceremony, with groomsmen standing behind them, all framed by elegant joinery details in the venue.
Black and white photo of bride reading vows to the groom during their wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
Bride and groom holding hands during their wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago, framed by a floral arch with the officiant behind them
Groom's family during wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
A bride and groom smile, holding hands at their wedding ceremony at The Joinery, with flowers and a red banner behind them
Groom dips and kisses his bride at their indoor wedding ceremony at The Joinery as guests applaud
Black and white photo of bride and groom walking down the aisle smiling, surrounded by applauding wedding guests after their Joinery wedding ceremony
Bride and groom walk down the aisle, smiling, as guests stand and cheer inside The Joinery in Chicago
A bride and groom walk hand in hand toward an outdoor patio after their wedding ceremony at The Joinery in Chicago
Guests in formal attire mingle during cocktail hour in The Joinery's outdoor space with lush greenery and string lights
Custom bar menu with a cat illustration for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Woman in a red dress holding a cocktail with orange peel during wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
A white platter with cucumber rounds topped with creamy salad and herbs for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Tray of small appetizer cups with forks and a garnish of rosemary for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Four red Chinese tea cups with lids rest on a red tray, viewed from above
Bride and groom exchange red envelopes with bride's parents during a traditional tea ceremony
A couple in traditional attire greets a woman, while others watch in a decorated room
Bride and groom in traditional Chinese attire hold a box with two red seals after tea ceremony
Newlywed couple in traditional Chinese attire sits on a blue couch, smiling and holding festive items for Lunar New Year
Guests socializing at an outdoor gathering in a walled courtyard with lush greenery at the Joinery in Chicago
Two red stone seals with gold double happiness symbols rest on red envelopes, surrounded by flowers for wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Two hand-carved stone seals with gold inscriptions and a jewelry box holding rings, set on a red surface for wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
A wedding sweetheart table with flowers and a red Chinese banner is set against a white brick wall, for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
A wooden guest table marked
Groom's place setting wedding menu, green custom napkin, wine glass, and amber goblet on a wooden table for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Bride's place setting with wedding menu on a wooden table with amber glass, and a custom name leaf at The Joinery in Chicago
Guest table setting with floral centerpiece, menus, amber glasses, and green napkins labeled with names for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Flower centerpiece and wooden table marker on guest table for Joinery wedding reception
A wedding menu card with a floral design sits beside a green napkin for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Guest table setting with flowers, glassware, a wooden table marker for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Guest place setting with floral centerpiece, amber glass, water carafe, and a menu on a wooden table for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Bride speaks with a guest during cocktail hour during wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
A guest signs a portrait wall at a Joinery wedding reception while two guests, smiling, watch nearby
Guest seating chart and gcard and gift table in an industrial-themed space at The Joinery in Chicago with white brick walls and vintage machinery
Wedding seating chart for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Father of the bride gives a speechwith bride and groom seated at a table adorned with flowers, with a red banner behind them
Black and white photo of two women giving a speech during wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Black and white photo of bride and groom listening to speeches at a decorated table during their wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Man in a navy suit and glasses gives speech during wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
A bride and groom sit smiling at a decorated wedding table, adorned with flowers and a red Chinese banner behind them during wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Black and white photo of woman giving a speech while the bride and groom listen from a decorated table during wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Bride and groom smile and clap while seated at their head table during their wedding reception at The Joinery
A couple poses and smiles at their wedding table while bride's father snaps their photo with a phone
A bride and groom happily cutting a cheesecake together at their Joinery wedding reception
A bride and groom kiss after cutting their wedding cheesecake at The Joinery in Chicago
Dessert table with plates of cheesecake slices and trays of tarts for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
A sign reading
Slices of cheesecake on white plates, arranged on a wooden table for wedding reception at The Joinery
Detail photo of dessert table with slices of cheesecake and trays of egg tarts and other pastries on a wooden table for wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
A basket with red thank you cards and triangular yellow boxes sits on a wooden table for wedding celebration at The Joinery in Chicago
Portrait of newlywed couple during their first dance, surrounded by floral decorations and a red sign
Newlywed couple dances under string lights in The Joinery's wedding reception space
Bride in a red dress and groom in a tuxedo dance together at their wedding reception at The Joinery
Happy newlywed couple dances during their wedding reception at The Joinery, floral arrangements, and a red Chinese banner in the background
Bride in a red dress and groom in a tuxedo dance and smile together during their wedding reception at The Joinery
Guests on the dance floor during Joinery wedding reception
Bride's parents in formal attire dance together during wedding reception at The Joinery in Chicago
Creative black and white shutter drag photo of bride and groom dancing and smiling with other guests during their wedding reception at The Joinery
Black and white photo of smiling woman and man in formal attire dancing together during wedding reception at The Joinery
Two guests dancing energetically at a party with colorful lights and blurred motion effects during wedding reception at The Joinery
Newlywed couple dressed formally dances joyfully under string lights at night on an outdoor patio at The Joinery in Chicago
Bride and groom kiss under string lights on the patio at The Joinery at night
Groom in a tuxedo and bride in a red dress pose joyfully under string lights at night outside The Joinery wedding venue in Chicago
Portrait of newlywed couple in formal attire hugs and smiles at night under string lights outside The Joinery in Chicago

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