A Summer Wedding in Chicago at Maggiano’s: April & Joe

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April & Joe, thank you so much for having us as your wedding photography team! Your day was truly stunning and I’m so glad Blake and I got to be there to capture all the love and excitement. 🙂

I’m also PUMPED about this sneak peek!

While I do a fair amount of engagement sessions in Chicago, it’s not very often I get to head there for a wedding! On top of that, we got to go to some of the most iconic Chicago locations. Definitely knocked some stuff off of my wedding photography bucket list this Saturday and I’m so glad I got to do it with y’all. 🙂

Now, the Top 5 Moments/Things from April & Joe’s wedding – a Watson Wedding tradition. 🙂

 

#5. The blue buttons on April’s wedding dress. Custom created with fabric from her Dad’s favorite flannel. A sweet, unique and thoughtful way to have her Dad close to her on her wedding day. 🤍

#4. The first look April did with her bridesmaids and flower girl, Ginger! While the whole moment was sweet, Ginger’s reaction to April was unforgettable. You’ll have to scroll to see what I mean. 😉

#3. Popsicles with the Bride & Groom!

Y’all. It was HOT on Saturday! 105 heat index and these two rocked out anyways! When we finished up photos at the Lincoln Park Zoo, we snagged some popsicles and it was 100% worth it! A funny moment with an equally silly photo to remember it. 😀

#2. The Groomsmen putting on Boutonnières. Okay, this is kind of silly, but I’ve seen A LOT of guys attempt to put these on. These guys helped each other out right off the bat, truly showing the caliber of men Joe had standing beside him.

#1. When April & Joe saw each other for the first time walking down the aisle. There is truly nothing like the first look between a Bride & Groom and this first look was no exception. These two are truly meant to be. They look out for each other, are able to have fun together and genuinely care for the people around them. 🙂

 

April & Joe, thank you so much for having us! Y’all make a great team and we’re so excited for you as you start this next adventure as husband and wife. 🙂 Now grab a blanket and snuggle up. Your sneak peek is live!

 

Preparation Location: The Kinzie Hotel

Ceremony: St Clement Church

 Reception:  Maggiano’s Little Italy

Videographer: Eivan’s Photography & Video

Flowers: 7 Red Roses

Cake: Sweet Mandy B’s

DJ: ZMedia

Hair & Makeup Artist: Blush & Braids Beauty Bar

Wedding Dress: All About The Gown

Dress Alterations: Sewing By Stephanie

Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse

Limo: The 312 Limo

 

 

April & Joe, we hope you enjoyed your sneak peek! Thank you so much for having us as your wedding photography team. Your day was truly perfect and we couldn’t have asked for a sweeter couple. 🙂

Can’t wait to share more in the coming weeks!

 

Much Love Friend,

 

 

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