A Summer Wedding At Cantigny Park: Brittany & Joe

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Brittany & Joe got married this past Saturday and I am so pumped about this sneak peek!

Friends. We were suppose to have rain… All. Day. Long. And while it did downpour in the morning, come the afternoon, even with the dark clouds, it still never rained! I am so grateful we were able to get photos outdoors at Cantigny. 🙂 The grounds are stunning and it was the perfect backdrop for Brittany & Joe’s wedding.

But first, a Watson Wedding Tradition. The Top Five Moments from Brittany & Joe’s wedding…

 

#5. Brittany’s Bridal Gown! The Crystal Bride absolutely did it again. Brittany’s dress was STUNNING! A full 120 inch train with scalloped edge and a 156 in Royal Cathedral veil to go with it. 🤩

Brittany, you looked incredible. I loved getting fun veil shots with you two and I hope you love these shots too!

#4. As Brittany & Joe made their exit from church, surrounded by loved ones, they actually climbed into a horse drawn carriage. Yes! You read that right! You’ll have to scroll to check it out. 😉

#3. Coming in at number 3. The sweet letters that Brittany & Joe wrote to each other. These are probably my favorite moments. Intimate, personal and something these two will remember forever.

#2. This was so fun! In the middle of the reception, Brittany actually changed into a new dress. (Which was beautiful!) Then Brittany and her bridesmaids all surprised everyone by doing a choreographed dance together! It was awesome!

Fun Fact: Brittany actually knows a lot of her bridesmaids from dance. It was the perfect fit for them. 🙂

#1. The couples first look. There really is nothing else quite like it. 🙂 When the church doors opened and Joe saw Brittany for the first time I could see him holding back tears. Such a sweet moment.

 

Brittany & Joe, thank you so much for having us! Your day was truly beautiful and I’m so glad we got to be a part of it. 🙂 Now, grab a blanket and snuggle up. Your sneak peek is live!

 

 

Preparation Location: Cantigny Park – Bridal Cottage

Ceremony: St Peter Catholic Church

Horse & Carriage: Royal Carriage

Reception: Cantigny Golf – Woodside Pavilion

Videographer: Bella Tiamo Photo & Video

Flowers: Wild Orchard Custom Floral Design

Cake: The Sugar Path

DJ: DJ Billy De

Hair & Makeup Artist: Klaud9 Beauty

Invitations: Minted Weddings

Wedding Dress: Crystal Bride

Bridesmaid Dresses: Azazie

Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse

 

 

 

Brittany & Joe, THANK YOU so much for having us! We had so much fun working with y’all and I can’t wait to share your final gallery in the coming weeks. 🙂 Congratulations on officially tying the knot!

 

Much Love Friend,

 

 

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June 30, 2021

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