September 14, 2025 · Chicago, IL

Carol & Eric

Carol and Eric standing at the altar during their ceremony

The Ceremony

Exchanging vows at the altar.

A bridesmaid walking down the aisle on a groomsman's arm

Down the Aisle

The bridal party processional.

Carol and Eric embracing on the lawn at golden hour

Golden Hour

A quiet moment together as the sun set.

Eric smiling in his tuxedo on a tree-lined sidewalk

The Groom

Eric, ready for the day.

Eric dancing with his mother at the reception

Mother & Son

A dance shared with family.

Carol and Eric holding hands during their first dance

First Dance

Carol & Eric's first dance as newlyweds.

Carol and Eric laughing together at their reception table

Just the Two of Us

Laughing together at the sweetheart table.

Carol surrounded by her bridesmaids on the lawn

The Bridesmaids

Carol with her closest friends.

Eric standing with his groomsmen outdoors

The Groomsmen

Eric and his groomsmen.

A floral centerpiece on the reception table

In Bloom

Reception centerpieces.

Close-up of Carol and Eric's hands holding drinks, rings visible

Hand in Hand

A quiet toast together.

Close-up of monogrammed cufflinks reading E.L.

Monogrammed

Eric's cufflinks, engraved E.L.

Bridal shoes next to a colorful bouquet

Something Blue

Bridal shoes and bouquet.

Two wedding guests laughing together outdoors

Celebration

Guests enjoying the evening.

Our Story

How we got to forever

The Morning

Getting Ready

The quiet anticipation of the morning — lace, light, and the last few moments before everything changes.

Getting-ready details on the morning of the wedding

The Ceremony

Down the Aisle

Surrounded by everyone we love, we walked toward forever.

A bridesmaid walking down the aisle on a groomsman's arm

The Vows

In Our Own Words

Promises spoken from the heart — a few happy tears, and more than a few laughs.

Carol and Eric holding hands at the altar in front of a stained glass window

Just Married

Through the City

Hand in hand through the streets of Chicago, still glowing, still laughing.

Carol and Eric embracing on the lawn at golden hour

The Reception

Let the Party Begin

Golden light, full hearts, and a room full of the people who mean the most.

Carol and Eric entering the reception in front of guests and the wedding cake

The Evening

Our First Dance

The lights dimmed, our song began, and for a few minutes the whole world was just the two of us.

Carol and Eric holding hands during their first dance

The Film

Our highlight reel

  • Highlight Film
  • Full Ceremony
  • First Dance
  • The Speeches
  • Cake Cutting
  • Sparkler Exit

Best Moments

The ones we’ll never forget

Eric smiling in his tuxedo on a tree-lined sidewalk

The First Look

Before the ceremony

A bridesmaid walking down the aisle on a groomsman's arm

Down the Aisle

The ceremony

Carol and Eric holding hands at the altar in front of a stained glass window

The Vows

In our own words

Carol and Eric embracing on the lawn at golden hour

Portraits in the City

Just married

Carol surrounded by her bridesmaids on the lawn

The Wedding Party

Our favorite people

Carol and Eric raising champagne glasses in a toast

A Toast

Cheers to forever

Carol and Eric laughing together at their reception table

Laughter & Joy

The reception

Carol and Eric holding hands during their first dance

The First Dance

Just the two of us

With Love

Thank you for being part of our story and for celebrating this day with us. Your love and support mean the world to us.

Guestbook

Words from our loved ones

Leave a note we can treasure forever.

Your name and message

The most magical wedding I have ever been to. Watching you say your vows brought the whole room to tears. Endless love to you both.

Sophie Laurent

September 14, 2025

24

My darling Carol, seeing you glow beside Eric filled my heart completely. I will treasure this day forever.

Grandma Rose

September 14, 2025

40

Beautiful people, beautiful day. Thank you for the warmth, the laughter, and the memories we will carry always.

The Alvarez Family

September 14, 2025

16

From the ceremony to the last dance, every moment was pure joy. Thank you for letting us be part of your story.

James & Nora

September 14, 2025

18

What an unforgettable celebration. The sparkler exit gave me chills. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness.

Daniel Kim

September 16, 2025

12

Carol, you were the most radiant bride. Eric, your speech left no dry eye. Here's to forever, too!

Priya Menon

September 18, 2025

29

With Thanks To

The dream team

Andy Nguyen

Photographer

Andy Nguyen

Modern Memoir

Videographer

Modern Memoir

Southern Bash

Planner

Southern Bash

Blushington Blooms

Florist

Blushington Blooms

The Olana

Venue

The Olana

Perfect Bridal Alterations

Bridal Alterations

Perfect Bridal Alterations

A Sweet Life

Cake Designer

A Sweet Life

Circle Park Bridal

Bridal Boutique

Circle Park Bridal

Exquisite Bride

Bridal Boutique

Exquisite Bride

Magnolia Laine Bridal

Bridal Boutique

Magnolia Laine Bridal

LF&D Salon

Hair Stylist

LF&D Salon

Unwind Beauty Lounge

Makeup Artist

Unwind Beauty Lounge

Marry You

Bruno Mars

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