Brittany & Bryan | January 4th, 2020

See Engagement Session HERE!

I am still on a bit of a high from this stunning winter wedding from the past weekend. Brittany and Bryan had a perfect day filled with family and love for the first Saturday of this New Year. These two were a dream to work with. So kind. So sweet. So genuine. I couldn't ask for anything more. As a native of Southern Cali, Bryan was a tad bit worried about the infamous Chicago winters for his January nuptials. Luckily for us, Chicago gave us a relatively mild and calm day (at least for the midwest).

The day was quite the family affair. The sweetest moments from the day hand down the following:

  • their breathtaking first look at the Lincoln Park Conservatory
  • the ceremony officiated by Brittany’s younger brother Jonathan
  • Brittany's surprise performance of 'La Vie en Rose' accompanied on piano by her Brother and Man of Honor Shane to Bryan 
  • and Best Man's speech given by Bryan's brother, Ever, which left not a dry eye in the room.

This past Saturday, I got to witness two families join as one, and it was an absolute honor to document. Wishing Brittany and Bryan and their families a lifetime of happiness!

Side Note: Oh, did their guest love to dance!!

Exterior entrance of the Claridge building with American flags and modern architecture.
Elegant wedding bouquet with roses, berries and eucalyptus leaves on white couch.
Wedding details with pink velvet ring box and romantic floral arrangement.
Three red rose boutonnieres and cologne bottle arranged on dark background.
Groom accessories including black dress shoes, tie and cologne on dark background.
An elegant white lace wedding dress with a long train hanging on display against a white door.
A bridal bouquet with peach and coral roses sits beside white heels on a light surface.
Sheet music and white bridal shoes displayed with burgundy floral arrangement.
Black and white profile shot of someone writing at a desk with a lamp.
Two men in formal wear stand close together by a window in an intimate black and white moment.
Getting ready scene with makeup application in a bright, modern room.
A group wearing cozy beige shawls pose together during wedding preparations with a dress visible in background.
Emotional getting ready moment in a bridal suite with morning light.
A groomsman helps adjust another's formal black tie and boutonniere before the wedding ceremony.
A tender moment captured during wedding preparations by a paneled white door.
Elegant wedding bouquet featuring red and cream roses with mixed greenery.
Close-up shot of hands adjusting formal black dress shoes on carpeted floor.
A groom in formal attire with red boutonniere smiles in front of framed wall art.
An elegant bridal bouquet featuring red and peach roses with mixed greenery and berries.
A bride in a lace off-shoulder gown holds a vibrant bouquet against a white door.
A dapper groom in a black suit and tie poses confidently outside glass doors.
A group of groomsmen in matching dark suits pose outside a building during a wedding celebration.
A contemplative moment captured in a lush garden walkway.
A couple shares an intimate moment surrounded by tropical greenery and ferns.
A romantic first look moment in a lush garden setting with ferns.
A romantic embrace captured in a garden setting with lush greenery.
An intimate wedding moment shared between a couple surrounded by tropical plants.
A stunning bridal portrait showcasing an intricate lace wedding gown with long train among tropical plants.
A formal portrait of a groom in a black suit with red boutonniere against lush greenhouse foliage.
A romantic black and white cityscape wedding photo with the Chicago skyline in the background.
A romantic winter wedding moment with red floral bouquet details.
A joyful winter wedding portrait with red boutonniere and white fur wrap details.
Classic brick building exterior with red and white striped awning at Salvatore's entrance.
Wedding party in burgundy dresses poses in front of historic brick building with ornate white archways.
Groomsmen in black suits and ties gather for formal wedding portrait.
White fabric backdrop decorated with greenery garlands for wedding photos.
A couple in formal black attire pose together in front of a white backdrop with greenery decorations.
A traditional wedding processional down an elegant carpeted aisle with wooden details.
Indoor wedding ceremony with wooden chairs, chandeliers, and holiday wreaths adorning the paneled walls.
A wedding ceremony with rustic greenery wreaths and burgundy bridesmaids dresses.
A wedding ceremony moment under greenery wreaths and white draping.
Wedding celebration in an elegant wood-paneled hall with guests seated in rows.
Wedding rings photographed with red roses and cherries in romantic lighting.
A couple sharing a joyful moment in an elegant room with vintage furniture and floral curtains.
Two people embrace while holding a vibrant red and green bouquet against a curtained background.
A bride in white dress poses with an older woman wearing a burgundy velvet outfit at a wedding reception.
An elegant wedding reception venue with dark wood paneling and white tablecloths set for dinner.
Vintage lantern centerpiece decorated with roses and greenery on white tablecloth.
White wedding cake decorated with pink and red brush strokes and fresh roses on a silver platter.
Elegant table setting with glass candle holders and floral accents on white linens.
Three-tiered white wedding cake adorned with red and pink flowers on ornate silver stand.
Speaker in dark suit reads from papers during formal reception speech.
Newlyweds share emotional moment at reception dinner table surrounded by decorative elements.
Candlelit reception dinner scene with guests seated at elegantly decorated tables.
Wedding reception couple reacts joyfully to speeches at elegant dinner table.
Wedding guest delivers speech while holding phone and microphone at reception dinner.
Couple shares intimate moment at wedding reception table with romantic lighting.
Reception guests enjoy speeches and laughter during wedding dinner in elegant wood-paneled room.
Couple shares joyful conversation at candlelit wedding reception table.
A speaker stands at a wooden podium reading from papers during what appears to be a wedding ceremony.
Close-up view of vintage piano keys showing black and white keys on an ornate wooden piano.
Wedding ceremony scene with pianist playing at a grand piano in an elegant wood-paneled room.
Wedding celebration scene with formal attire and piano music in an elegant indoor setting.
Wedding couple shares their first dance surrounded by onlooking guests in formal attire.
Black and white wedding photo capturing an intimate moment during the ceremony.
Emotional dance moment captured during wedding reception with guests watching in background.
Wedding reception dance party with guests enjoying themselves on a purple-lit dance floor.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate enthusiastically on a crowded dance floor during a reception.
Wedding party members crowded together laughing and having fun during a photo session.
A couple dancing and laughing together on a street at night outside a brick building with vintage signage.

Vendors

Venue and Catering: Salvatore's

Photographer: J Lauryn Photography

Florist: Designs By Janet

Cake: Urban Icing

Rings: Brilliant Earth

Invitations: Maureen Joyce

Dress: Oleg Cassini

Bridesmaids Dresses: Tulle and Chantilly Canyon Rose

Suits: Ryan Seacrest Suit

Hair: Jo Wolf from CZAR Salon

Makeup: Naomi Ramirez