West Loop Wedding at Herbarium – Sarah & Jonathan

Sarah and Jonathan’s fall West Loop wedding at Herbarium was a most unique celebration. From the artisan favors crafted by their families, to the DIY origami invitation, every detail was intentional. One of my favorite details was Sarah’s custom manicure! It perfectly matched the venue’s wallpaper. How cool is that?!

Similarly, Sarah and Jon borrowed taxidermy dioramas from the Field Museum. Yes, you read that correctly! If you didn’t know, items from the Harris Learning Collection are regularly available for rent. Butterflies made a lovely backdrop for their dessert table.

Herbarium was the perfect space to host their intimate West Loop wedding reception. In fact, Bad Hunter happens to be Sarah’s favorite Chicago restaurant! Most importantly, Sarah and Jon wanted to share a delicious meal and memorable evening with their guests. I’d say they got their wish! Guests danced the night away while the newlyweds couldn’t keep their eyes off each other. In all, the day was truly a pleasure to be a part of.

CONGRATULATIONS, Sarah & Jon! I loved seeing this day come together, thanks again for having me at your Herbarium wedding! All my best to you both!!

Vendor Team

Hotel: The Robey Chicago/Church: Wicker Park Lutheran/Venue: The Herbarium at Bad Hunter/Bride’s Dress: BHLDN, customized by Julia Needlman/Bride’s shoes: Irregular Choice/Salon: Twisted Scissors/Hairpiece: A Bit of Love/Bride’s makeup: DIY/Earrings: J. Crew/Groom’s suit: Adrian Park/Groom’s shoes: Fluevog/Bride’s rings: Mineralogy/Groom’s ring: Jewelry by Johan/Manicurist: Astrowifey/Florist: Pollen/Catering: Herbarium/Taxidermy dioramas: The Field Museum/DJ: Nicole Yalaz/Lighting design: A Posh Production

Bride and groom's first dance under string lights at intimate Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
The Robey Chicago hotel in Wicker Park six corners
Chicago Wicker Park neighborhood sign on North Avenue
Entrance to The Robey Chicago hotel in Wicker Park
Purple and blue origami invitation to couple's fall Chicago Herbarium wedding
Jewel toned origami invitation to couple's fall Chicago Herbarium wedding
Bride's dress hanging in window at The Robey Chicago hotel
Bride's wine colored sequin shoes and jewel toned florals for fall Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom's unique gemstone wedding rings at The Robey Chicago
Silhouette of bride and bridesmaids getting ready at The Robey Chicago hotel room
Maid of Honor buttons bride's dress before wedding at The Robey Chicago hotel
Bride's mother helps fasten bracelet at The Robey Chicago wedding
Bride's mother and bridesmaids smile while bride gets ready at The Robey Chicago
Chicago bride's custom shoes with colorful soles at Wicker Park wedding
Bride's handmade bracelets for fall Chicago Herbarium wedding
Bride buckles sequin shoes at The Robey Chicago before first look with groom
View of skyline from rooftop of The Robey Chicago before Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Bride steps onto rooftop of The Robey Chicago for first look with groom
First look photo on rooftop of The Robey Chicago wedding venue
Candid photo of bride and groom's first look on rooftop at The Robey Chicago in Wicker Park
Bride and groom kiss during first look on rooftop of The Robey Chicago
Bride pins groom's boutonnière before Chicago Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom getting ready at The Robey Chicago rooftop before fall Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom in elevator at The Robey Chicago
Chicago bride and groom get into Uber before their Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Wicker Park wedding photo of bride and groom with colorful mural
Candid wedding photo of bride and groom laughing before their Chicago Herbarium wedding
Groom smiles at bride before their fall Chicago Herbarium wedding
Chicago bride and groom with Wicker Park mural before their Herbarium wedding
Candid wedding photo of bride smiling at groom before Wicker Park wedding ceremony
Happy bride and groom in Wicker Park before their Chicago Herbarium wedding
Happy bride twirls dress before Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Candid photo of groom laughing before Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Chicago bride and groom dance in front of green wall in Wicker Park before their Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom flirt with each other in front of green wall in Wicker Park
Wicker Park Lutheran church in Chicago neighborhood
Bride and groom enter Wicker Park Lutheran church for their fall wedding ceremony
Chicago wedding party photo in front of Wicker Park Lutheran church
Candid wedding photo of bridesmaids and groomsmen walking in Wicker Park
Happy fall bridesmaids with jewel toned bouquets before Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Groom and groomsmen photo before Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Chicago bride and bridesmaids with fall bouquets before Herbarium wedding
Family members help decorate church before Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Origami animals and greenery decorate church pews at Wicker Park Lutheran wedding
Greenery decor for fall Chicago wedding at Wicker Park Lutheran church
Ceremony program for fall Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
View from balcony of bride entering church for Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Groom watches bride enter church for Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Bride and parents enter church for fall Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Happy bride and parents walk down aisle during Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Groom hugs bride's father at Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Bride and groom exchange rings during Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Guests in pews pray during Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony in Chicago neighborhood
Bride and groom exchange vows during Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Bride and groom's first kiss during Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Just married bride and groom exit church after Wicker Park Lutheran wedding ceremony
Chicago bride and groom dance with Fulton Market District sign after their West Loop Herbarium wedding
The Herbarium wedding reception venue and restaurant in Chicago's West Loop
Bar and string light decor at intimate Herbarium wedding reception
Card table and floral centerpiece with taxidermy diorama decor at Herbarium wedding reception
Guest book sign and butterfly diorama at Chicago Herbarium wedding reception
Butterfly diorama decor on card table for fall Herbarium wedding reception
Romantic jewel toned fall florals at Chicago Herbarium wedding reception
Custom menu and place setting for fall Herbarium wedding reception
Guest favor table and diorama decor at fall Herbarium wedding reception
Homemade jam guest favors at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding reception
Table numbers and fall floral decor at intimate Herbarium wedding reception
Fall floral decor and candlelight at intimate Herbarium wedding reception
Homemade maple syrup guest favors at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding reception
Groom and friends smile during cocktail hour at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding reception
Custom cocktail and bar menu for fall Herbarium wedding reception
Bartender mixes custom cocktail for Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding reception
Single pink rose with fern decor at Chicago Herbarium wedding reception
Homemade Caesar salad served for family style wedding reception at Bad Hunter Herbarium
Chicken platters for family style dinner at Chicago Herbarium wedding reception
Steak dinner served at Chicago Herbarium wedding reception
Spaghetti served at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding reception
Bride and groom kiss at head table during Chicago Herbarium wedding reception
Bride and groom raise glass for toast at Chicago Herbarium wedding
Fall floral decor and candlelight at cozy Chicago Herbarium wedding
Maid of Honor speech at fall Chicago Herbarium wedding
Candid photo of bride and groom at family style dinner table for Herbarium wedding reception
Candid photo of Maid of Honor speech at Chicago Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom give welcome toast to guests at Chicago Herbarium wedding
Romantic first dance photo with twinkle lights at Chicago Herbarium wedding
Happy bride and groom's first dance as newlyweds at Chicago Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom's romantic first dance at their Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom with unique wallpaper at Chicago Herbarium wedding
Bride's custom manicure detail to match wallpaper at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Dessert table menu for fall Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Dairy free wedding cake served at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Homemade passionfruit desserts served at Chicago Herbarium wedding
Homemade cookies and fudge served at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Fudge served on dessert table at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom cut coconut cake at their Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Guests enjoy open dance floor at Chicago Herbarium wedding
Bridesmaids dance during Chicago Herbarium wedding
Guests celebrate on dance floor during Chicago Herbarium wedding
Happy bride and groom dance during their Chicago Herbarium wedding
Guests enjoy dancing at Bad Hunter Herbarium wedding
Bride and groom kiss on dance floor at their Chicago Herbarium wedding

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